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Turkish Airlines wins European food and beverage award for 5th time

Turkish Airlines logo is seen on a computer screen through a magnifying glass. (Adobe Stock Photo)
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June 11, 2026 05:04 PM GMT+03:00

Turkish Airlines has been named the winner of a leading European airline food and beverage award for the fifth time, recognizing the flag carrier’s in-flight catering service across its international network.

The airline received the Best in Class in Food and Beverages Execution award from the Airline Passenger Experience Association, known as APEX, during a ceremony in Dublin on Wednesday.

Passenger ratings put catering service in spotlight

The APEX Awards were based on anonymous and verified passenger feedback, gathered in cooperation with TripIt by Concur, a travel planning app.

Passengers rated over 1 million flights operated by over 600 airlines worldwide. The reviews covered five areas of the travel experience: seat comfort, cabin service, food and beverages, in-flight entertainment and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Turkish Airlines links award to team effort

Turkish Airlines CEO Ahmet Olmustur welcomed the recognition, saying the result reflected the “passion and craftsmanship the teams demonstrate at every stage.”

He also thanked passengers for their trust and support, as well as airline employees for bringing the service experience to life.

Award highlights Türkiye’s hospitality in the air

APEX Group CEO Joe Leader said Turkish Airlines had carried the quality of its in-flight catering, together with Türkiye’s rich culture and hospitality, to the world.

Turkish Airlines said its catering program includes a wide selection of menus and regularly updated service concepts across its network, which reaches destinations in 130 countries.

June 11, 2026 05:04 PM GMT+03:00
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