BA splits with M&S on inflight food
British Airways has confirmed that it is ending its contract with Marks & Spencer to provide inflight food on short-haul flights in economy class. A spokesperson for BA said: “We proudly launched our buy-on-board catering in 2017 with high street favourite, M&S. After a successful journey, we are headed off on a new flight path. We look forward to announcing our exciting new buy-on-board proposition with a great British brand that customers have told us they love.” An M&S spokesperson said,: “We are proud to have been a supplier to BA’s short-haul food service since 2017. Our partnership was always due to end this year and we have agreed not to renew. M&S Food continues to focus on developing its wider franchise partnerships.” The two main contenders for the new contract are reportedly Waitrose and Greggs. The Independent has asked both companies to comment.<br/>
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BA splits with M&S on inflight food
British Airways has confirmed that it is ending its contract with Marks & Spencer to provide inflight food on short-haul flights in economy class. A spokesperson for BA said: “We proudly launched our buy-on-board catering in 2017 with high street favourite, M&S. After a successful journey, we are headed off on a new flight path. We look forward to announcing our exciting new buy-on-board proposition with a great British brand that customers have told us they love.” An M&S spokesperson said,: “We are proud to have been a supplier to BA’s short-haul food service since 2017. Our partnership was always due to end this year and we have agreed not to renew. M&S Food continues to focus on developing its wider franchise partnerships.” The two main contenders for the new contract are reportedly Waitrose and Greggs. The Independent has asked both companies to comment.<br/>
