Strong partnerships often do their best work over time, and the renewed agreement between LATAM Airlines Group and gategroup is a clear example of that in action.
Announced on 17 March 2026, the multi-year extension marks a new chapter in a long-standing relationship built around a shared ambition: to keep raising the standard of the inflight experience across Latin America. At its heart, the renewed partnership is about more than catering. It reflects a broader commitment to culinary innovation, service consistency, and the operational strength required to deliver quality at scale.
Over the years, LATAM and gategroup have worked closely to support passengers with meals and service experiences designed to meet evolving expectations. This next phase builds on that foundation, with a stronger focus on refining onboard dining, improving consistency across stations, and enhancing the planning and processes that sit behind the scenes.
For passengers, that means a more seamless and dependable journey. For the two companies, it means continuing to invest in the details that shape the onboard experience, from menu development and culinary execution to operational efficiency and standardization at key hubs.
As part of the extended agreement, gategroup will continue strengthening its culinary presence in the region while supporting LATAM with more effective planning, improved process alignment, and digital tools that help maintain quality and performance across the network. These are the elements that may not always be visible to passengers, but they play a vital role in making service feel smooth, consistent, and well considered.
Christoph Schmitz, CEO of gategroup, described the extension as an opportunity to build on shared successes and continue delivering innovation at a high level. Paulo Miranda, Vice President of Customers at LATAM Airlines Group, also emphasized the value of closer collaboration, particularly in strengthening efficiency, standardization, and customer-focused service delivery.
In a market where expectations around inflight hospitality continue to rise, this renewed partnership signals a clear intention from both companies to keep moving forward. It is a commitment not only to operational excellence, but also to creating an onboard experience that feels more refined, reliable, and memorable.
For LATAM Airlines Group and gategroup, this is not simply an extension of an existing agreement. It is a reaffirmation of shared standards, shared ambition, and a shared vision for what inflight dining can continue to become across the region.
About gategroup
gategroup is a leading global provider of airline catering, retail-on-board, and hospitality products and services. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, the company serves millions of passengers through a network of nearly 200 locations in more than 60 countries. By leveraging innovation and operational expertise, gategroup partners with the world’s leading airlines to create exceptional travel experiences. Learn more at www.gategroup.com
