The planned partnership is part of the KLM improvement program 'Back on Track'. By collaborating with gategroup, a global leader in airline catering and hospitality with operations in more than 60 countries, KLM is taking a significant step to position KCS for the future. The collaboration focuses on strong employment practices, personalized catering, sustainability, and operational efficiency.
Bas Brouns, CFO of KLM, emphasizes: 'We are pleased to have found a strong and specialized partner in gategroup with long-standing experience in airline catering. We remain involved in the onboard catering of our flights, thereby ensuring the quality and service that our passengers expect from KLM. The planned acquisition will have no impact on jobs at KCS. We look forward to working together.' Herman Anbeek, President Europe at gategroup, adds: 'This partnership with KLM represents an important step for our business in Europe. Together, we will continue to enhance performance, reliability, and the overall customer experience. To support our joint ambitions, we will establish a new facility at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, supported by our expertise, meeting the highest environmental standards, and equipped with state-of-the-art technology and innovation.'
Next Steps: The planned acquisition is subject to consultation with the works councils of KCS and KLM, as well as approval by the relevant regulatory authorities.
About KLM Catering Services: KLM Catering Services has over 80 years of experience in airline catering. The company employs more than 1,300 staff and prepares over 55,000 meals daily for around 350 intercontinental, European, and cargo flights. With a fleet of 82 catering trucks, KLM Catering Services supplies a wide range of airlines.
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