Meet The Buyer
UK's Only - Travel & Leisure Focused MTB Event 2026
Our "Meet the Buyer" event is more than just a business gathering; it’s a strategic, supportive, and selective platform that connects the brightest innovators in travel and leisure with seasoned industry leaders. Designed by buyers for buyers, It’s a place where real business challenges meet real solutions, and where long-lasting partnerships begin. If you’re looking to elevate your brand and expand your horizons in the travel and leisure industry, there’s no better place to be. Join us and experience firsthand what makes this event truly one of a kind.
- MTB 2026 Dates:
- Date TBC - October 2026
- Arena MK, Milton Keynes
Why Attend Meet the Buyer 2026?
- Guaranteed Buyer Connections - TickEat ensures that every attendee meets at least 10 targeted buyers, matched to their brand's specific offerings using our advanced 'matchmaker' portal. Each meeting is geared toward creating opportunities that matter
- Top-Tier Buyers Only - We bring in decision-makers who are actively searching for innovative products to elevate their brand offerings and forge long-term partnerships
- Unmatched Networking Opportunities - Beyond your scheduled meetings, you'll have exclusive access to network with industry leaders over drinks, dinner, and during the event's breaks—setting the foundation for meaningful connections that go beyond the event
- Comprehensive Support - Our support doesn't end at the event! TickEat provides tailored guidance before, during, and after, including one-on-one preparation with Heerum, to ensure you're ready to make the most of your meetings and leave a lasting impression
TickEat's Meet the Buyer isn't just another industry event—it's your gateway to meaningful partnerships and high-impact business growth.
Our 2025 event received overwhelming praise, and 2026 promises to be even better with valuable updates based on buyer and supplier feedback. But don't just take our word for it. Here's what past attendees have said:
Supplier Testimonials 2025
This is a well-organised and focused event with relevant meetings that are better than any other show that, as a supplier, we have attended in the past.
Enterprise Brands Ltd
I’m I am physically tired but psychologically energised after a FANTASTIC two days at Tickeat's well-organised, very professional, high-quality “Meet the Buyer” event. Brands met with buyers in the travel and leisure sector. I am so thankful - I had eleven, 1:1, 20-minute meetings and NINE buyers asked for substantive follow-up! WOW!! Opportunities for supplying a fantastic range of companies (air, rail, and others) are all under discussion. One buyer even invited me to his venue to see how the facility is structured and how my products would work in the premium hospitality section..." If you’re a food or beverage brand and you want to get into the travel and leisure sector, I highly recommend Tickeat's events.
The Garden of Eva
This is a totally unique and wonderful event with perfect timing in the year. The whole event is organised by an amazing team who understand the industry. Also, the supporting materials are excellent and worth the investment. I would highly recommend participating in this event.
DeliLites Ireland
This is a great way to connect with buyers from the Travel industry, the buyers all seem to come with a really positive mind set and provided valuable feedback on the products we had brought to showcase.
Surya Foods
Tickeats’ Meet the Buyer event has been a fantastic success for Barista Cup. We’ve gained clients, boosted our brand awareness, and forged valuable networking relationships. We would definitely take part again and would highly recommend it to others!
Barista Cup
TickEat's Meet The Buyer event was a brilliant experience! We work hard to bring healthy, plant-based snacking options to the travel industry, and this event gave us the chance to meet buyers who share that vision. It was inspiring, well run, and full of meaningful conversations that will help us take our snacks even further.
Green Fingers Family
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.
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Buyer Testimonials 2025
The team at TickEat have worked tirelessly over the years to build this event into what it’s become today — and this year’s was the best yet. It was fantastic to have so many suppliers and buyers together in one room. For me, TickEat isn’t just about meeting suppliers; it’s also a brilliant opportunity to catch up socially with industry colleagues and friends. Every day’s a school day, and it’s always inspiring to see and learn about new ideas and products. *I really enjoy this event — it’s social, friendly, and genuinely valuable in helping suppliers shape and adapt their offers to suit the evolving needs of the travel industry.* Here’s to building new relationships and to the continued growth and success of TickEat in the years ahead!
Foodcase International
It was great to connect with new suppliers, most of which I wouldn't have if not for the event. Similarly great to catch up with industry colleagues. This year, I enjoyed having additional suppliers at the Taster Session during dinner. *It was a nice relaxed environment in which to meet the suppliers and sample the products. A good use of the time.*
DFMi
The Tickeat event was great to meet new suppliers and explore possibilities for our future business together.
IAG
The recent TickEat Meet The Buyer event was fantastic. *We love attending these events to meet both current and new suppliers who are well set up for industry.* The TickEat team take great care of everything meaning we can focus on our meetings with suppliers.
TransPennine Express
Well worth attending from a new product/new supplier perspective and also from the buyers tables
Compass Supply Solutions
Meet The Buyer is a great event. The ability to meet with suppliers on a one to one basis under one roof is invaluable. *It saves so much time and gives both buyers and suppliers the chance to explore new opportunities in a relaxed and informal atmosphere.* The whole event was very professional and well organised. *Highly recommended.*
Cavendish Ships Stores
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
*Excellent event with quality suppliers.* Having sit-down meetings and taking the time to discuss with multiple potential suppliers is a rare occasion.
Momentum Services Ltd
*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
This was my first time attending and it was a fantastic experience. *The range and quantity of new suppliers, products and brands seen was great.* Supplier networking was key over the 2 day event, and the supplier meetings were paired very well by TickEat. *Overall an amazing "Meet the Buyer" event organised by TickEat.*
Rail Gourmet (RG)
Meet the Buyer 2024
This was my first TickEat event, and unsure how it would go. I was very pleasantly surprised at the quality of the buyers that were there. It was great that they were looking at new suppliers and different products. We have several leads to follow up on that could transform the brand next year. I would certainly recommend this event and looking forward to coming again next year
Beattie Brands
Attending Tickeat has enabled us to meet key industry buyers in a relaxed, collaborative environment, with just the right amount of time to explore potential opportunities. The event was very well organised and ran smoothly, thanks to the hard work of Heerum, Vassy and the team.
Taylor's of Harrogate
Superb to meet quickly a broad range of buyers from across the travel sector - people we may never get to properly speak to in a normal year! Meeting face to face is always better than calls and emails, you can find out so much more and present much easier, especially with products to show. Tickeat event was our first year and the organisation and set up was brilliant. Thanks to the team, we will be back again for 2025!
Peter's
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 the people. The meetings themselves were very relevant and the networking was brilliant. Thank you for inviting us along.
Lakeland Diaries
The organization was excellent in facilitating the venue and the meetings, showcasing strong experience and a robust network within the airline industry.
Bel UK
Our experience with TickEat at the Travel Show has been overwhelmingly positive. The event is thoughtfully designed and executed, creating a prime opportunity for companies, particularly smaller ones, to build connections within this desirable sector. Working with the TickEat team is seamless, and they bring a high level of organisation, making every step enjoyable. Overall, it’s a fantastic show we are proud to champion and will certainly continue to support.
Tiffin Sandwiches
The Tickeat Meet the Buyer is now an annual diarised, unmissable event for anyone serious about working in the travel food and drink supply chain. There is such an opportunity to meet a huge number of key decision makers in a short period of time in a relaxed environment.
Jampa's
Honestly, the MTB event was the best I’ve attended, and I wouldn’t particularly change anything. The content within the manual provided all the necessary information required to engage with the Buyers we were scheduled to meet and even those we didn’t meet on the day. The networking opportunities with fellow suppliers was great, and the overall organisation were exceptional. Every aspect seemed thoughtfully planned, from the networking dinner the night before, to the seamless transitions between meetings on the main event day. Overall, it exceeded expectations, and I can’t think of anything I’d change—it was a top-tier experience.
SweetDoughThings
I loved the networking evening! It was fantastic to bring everyone together and create a relaxed space for brands and buyers to connect. I always like hearing the stories and journeys behind each brand. We're already seeing the benefits of sitting down and having real conversations with buyers. They get a much better sense of who we are and what our brand stands for—unlike at a trade show, where you only have their attention for maybe two minutes. As a small business, the Tickeat Meet the Buyer event was an incredible opportunity for us. A huge thanks to the Tickeat team for organising such a welcoming and well-run experience! The team made sure everything was smooth and stress-free, so we could focus on our meetings and sharing our products with buyers. Having that face-to-face time with buyers was invaluable, and we walked away with new insights, real connections, and some promising leads. Can’t wait for the next one!
Oatopia
Video Testimonials - MTB 2024
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