Local snack providers across New
Zealand (Aotearoa) have only a few days left to take part in the
expression of interest (EOI) for Air New Zealand’s Great Kiwi
Snack Off – a nationwide search for the tastiest, most satisfying
snacks to have onboard.
The EOI closes 1 May, and is
open to all New Zealand suppliers, with the aim of having new
snacks onboard before the end of 2023.
The EOI covers the full
suite of snack offerings on all Air New Zealand flights, domestic
and international, but excludes the popular Air New Zealand lolly.
The airline is looking for snacks that cater to diverse dietary requirements, be sustainable and
have a touch of Kiwi flair.
“We revamped our
domestic snack programme in 2021 to huge success, but we’re ready
to take things up a notch with even more variety, flavours, and
surprises across all flights and mealtimes,” said Leanne Geraghty, Air
New Zealand Chief Customer and Sales Officer. “We’re seeking
a diverse range of snacks that cater to different dietary needs
and time-of-day appetites. Think sweet, savoury, healthy,
indulgent, and everything in between, and catering for a greater
range of dietary requirements and preferences.”
The national carrier, hoping to capture the most
innovative and unique boutique-type food and snack suppliers that
it might not have come across otherwise, is inviting EOI from all
corners of the country, giving even the smallest boutique
suppliers the chance to get their snacks onboard.
“We’re committed to championing Kiwi
brands and delivering a pipeline of products that showcase the
best of New Zealand. We’re also dedicated to doing the right thing
by prioritising social impact and sustainability, so snacks that
meet those criteria will be given extra brownie points,” added
Leanne. “We’re looking for snacks that
will surprise and delight our customers, making their journey that
much sweeter. Whether it’s a classic Kiwi treat or a creative flavour from indigenous ingredients, we want to showcase the best
snacks that New Zealand has to offer – particularly from Māori or Pasifika businesses, social enterprises or those celebrating the
provenance of our regions.”
If you’re a New Zealand food provider with a
passion for snacking, it’s time to apply and get your products
onboard. Applications close 1 May 2023.
