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TickEat unlocks the world of travel, leisure and hospitality for the food and drink industry, connecting innovative suppliers with the buyers shaping exceptional guest experiences across the sector. Going beyond traditional sourcing, we combine industry expertise, masterclasses, curated events and strategic partnerships to create lasting connections, helping brands unlock new opportunities while enabling buyers to source smarter and discover products that truly stand out.

About TickEat

After a career in airline catering, the visionary Heerum Fleary founded TickEat in 2015: a strategic business partner for food and beverage brands seeking to place their products in the travel, leisure and hospitality industries.

Experts in delivering superb snacks, meals and drinks to the cabins and rooms of airlines, trains, cruise ships, ferries and hotels, TickEat cultivates rewarding, long-term alliances with both buyers and sellers.

TickEat Ltd is a pioneering procurement and solutions partner dedicated to the travel and leisure sectors. For over a decade, we have connected buyers with innovative suppliers, helping airlines, trains, cruise lines, lounges, and hospitality providers discover products and services that elevate their customer experience.

As the only service provider focused primarily on travel, TickEat goes beyond traditional sourcing, we deliver tailored strategies, masterclasses, curated events, and powerful partnerships that save time, drive innovation, and create lasting industry relationships.



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We found the TickEAT 'Meet The Buyer' event a worthwhile trade show to attend. It was well organised with plenty of opportunities not only to connect with buyers at the formal meetings, but also during the 2 days during breaks, and at the evening dinner.

What's Cooking? for Professionals

Engaging conversations and delicious samples made the TickEat event an encouraging success for us! We thoroughly enjoyed showcasing Datekin and Tuffnut, and we're already looking forward to our next event.

LAMA Trading Ltd

This was a positive and productive event, very happy with the connections made.

EasyJet

I was extremely impressed by the matchmaking process; we were set up with buyers that had a genuine interest in buying products like ours.

WestFalia Fruits

We had a brilliant experience in Milton Keynes for the TickEat event a couple of weeks ago. TickEat does exactly what the industry needs: they bring brands and the right buyers together in a focused, meaningful way. No noise, no clutter, no massive trade shows - just real conversations over…

Treat Yo Self

"Thank you so much for this incredible opportunity and for selecting us from so many remarkable companies. We're truly excited about the possibility of working together in the future."

Gralgo From Ceylon

The organization was excellent in facilitating the venue and the meetings, showcasing strong experience and a robust network within the airline industry.

Bel UK

Thank you Heerum, it was a great day. Thank you for organising it. Lots of food for thought!

Virgin Atlantic

*TickEat Meet The Buyer, is a cost and time effective way to meet relevant suppliers.* The format of the event is ideal for busy buyers.

Inside the box food service Ltd

It was our first time attending the MTB Taster Session and found it to be a wonderful evening. I made some great connections in a relaxed environment and will definitely be looking to attend future events.

Peppersmith

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Meet the Team

Behind TickEat is a specialist team with deep roots in food and beverage, bringing together 25+ years of industry experience. We've spent our careers immersed in the categories that matter most, which means we understand not just the products, but the people, processes, and pressures that shape them.

Our team also includes two former buyers with specialist backgrounds in rail, airline, and foodservice catering. They've built long-standing relationships across the travel and leisure sector, and we draw on that network every day, both to educate and showcase brands looking to grow their presence and to support buyers navigating their sourcing decisions.

It's this blend of operational expertise and trusted relationships that lets us connect the right brands with the right buyers, time and again.

About | TickEat Ltd | Procurement Solutions for Food and Beverage Suppliers and Travel Buyers in England, Wales, and Scotland | Meet the Buyer Travel and Leisure Events Across England, Wales, and Scotland | Listing Food and Beverage Products for Airlines, Trains, Cruises, Airport Lounges, and Catering Services in England, Wales, and Scotland