About
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.
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.
Our Events
Services
Testimonials
My first time attending TickEat and I was really surprised how many suppliers were at the event. *Such an eye opener of a vast array of new products which are readily available and suitable for the travel sector!*
RG - SSP
It was a great event, loved the format with a great range of suppliers.
Transpennine
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
Meet the buyer event 2022 is a great concept, having a list of specific suppliers that are available to talk to in person at a specific time allowed me to be more efficient and effective on the day. I got to meet and talk to some new up and coming…
American Airlines
A very enjoyable and professional event, great selection of quality suppliers offering products that are actually suitable to our business.
DFDS
The Buyer's Box is such a brilliant idea! You simply send your product to TickEat, and they distribute it to 10 selected buyers who are committed to providing feedback. It’s a game-changer compared to sending samples and hearing nothing back. I wholeheartedly recommend the Buyer's Box—it's a smart, reliable way…
Gluten Free Goodies Ltd
I've known Heerum for a few years now and find her to be resourceful, friendly and positive. She is the go-to person to learn about new products emerging, especially in the travel sector. She has helped me with bespoke requests for specific snack boxes e.g. gluten free or suitable for…
Melissa McMinn, Product Development Manager LNER
Thank you Heerum, it was a great day. Thank you for organising it. Lots of food for thought!
Virgin Atlantic
Both myself and my colleague commented on how well organised the whole event was. The information we were given prior and during the event has been fabulous. I love love love the brochure – it is great to have all the contact details, company overview and faces of…
Lakeland Diaries
I have known Heerum for several years in a professional capacity and have found her to be extremely competent at all times. She has worked with various airlines and our products have flown with those airlines due to Heerum's hard work. I look forward too many more years of working…
Judy Willis, Owner, Salty Dog
Our Partners
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.
