En Route

Established in 2002, En Route International is a premier global specialist dedicated to designing, developing, and delivering tailored onboard food and service solutions for the aviation industry. Headquartered in Windsor, United Kingdom, the company operates as an independent subsidiary of dnata—one of the world’s largest air and travel services providers and a key part of the Emirates Group. Over its decades of operation, En Route has achieved rapid international growth, establishing a strong global presence with strategic regional offices and operations extending across the UK, USA, UAE, and Australia.

The core of En Route’s business lies in creating insight-driven, high-quality passenger dining experiences. Collaborating closely with commercial airlines and aviation catering organizations, their extensive product catalog features premium bakery goods, pastries, cheeses, ambient meals, and distinctive handheld snack solutions tailored to mirror an airline’s unique brand values. Backed by an in-house Research & Insights team that closely tracks global hospitality and consumer trends, the company has repeatedly earned critical acclaim, including the “Best Inflight Snack” at the 2026 PAX Readership Awards and multiple Onboard Hospitality Awards for their innovative menu propositions.

Beyond just sourcing food, En Route sets itself apart through its world-class logistical expertise and highly resilient, end-to-end global supply chain. By utilizing advanced information management systems, the company provides airlines with real-time tracking, freight management, and customs clearance support to ensure seamless delivery from origin to destination. Their flexible service-partner approach actively handles volatile market challenges, minimizes waste, and significantly reduces labor costs, giving leading global airlines total operational peace of mind.