World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo Hamburg

The World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) is the leading trade fair for onboard catering, onboard services, and passenger comfort. Since its inception in 2012, it has established itself as a key platform for innovation and industry trends. Organized annually by RX UK Reed Exhibitions Ltd., the event traditionally takes place at the Hamburg Messe, a centrally located venue with excellent infrastructure. As a major industry meeting point, WTCE brings together experts, suppliers, and decision-makers to showcase the latest products and services for the aviation, rail, and cruise industries.

WTCE offers in-depth insights into the world of inflight catering, onboard retail, and passenger services. Visitors gain exclusive access to innovative solutions ranging from high-quality food and beverages to eco-friendly packaging, digital service offerings, and comfort products such as blankets, pillows, and duty-free items. Companies present products and technologies designed to enhance and streamline the travel experience, including sustainable catering solutions and state-of-the-art inflight entertainment systems.

A key highlight of WTCE is the Taste of Travel Theatre, where international top chefs, industry analysts, and experts discuss the latest trends and concepts. Here, groundbreaking ideas for onboard catering and passenger comfort are introduced, shaping the future of the travel industry. Running alongside the exhibition is the prestigious Passenger Experience Conference (PEC), which provides in-depth insights into the future of passenger care and develops strategies for optimizing onboard environments.

WTCE attracts exhibitors and trade visitors from a variety of sectors, including airlines, rail operators, cruise lines, catering providers, logistics companies, and onboard equipment manufacturers. It serves as a platform for networking, business deals, and the exchange of innovative ideas. In addition to leading companies, startups are also represented, bringing fresh momentum to the industry with their pioneering concepts.

As one of Europe's most important aviation hubs and home to numerous aerospace suppliers, Hamburg provides the perfect setting for the event with its well-connected exhibition center. The city is not only known for its innovative strength but also for its cultural diversity and maritime atmosphere, which further enrich the visitor experience.

The World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) is much more than just a trade fair – it is a driving force for the future of onboard services, an innovation hub, and a unique networking platform for the entire industry. Anyone looking to succeed in the world of travel catering and onboard services cannot afford to miss WTCE.

The World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo in Hamburg took place from Tuesday, 08. April to Thursday, 10. April 2025.