Travel Food Services Limited (TFS), one of India’s leading operators of airport food and beverage outlets and lounges, has commenced operations at Noida International Airport (NIA), further strengthening its presence across India’s rapidly expanding aviation infrastructure.
With this launch, TFS has expanded its network to 21 airports across India, Malaysia, and Hong Kong, reinforcing its position in the travel hospitality segment.
At the airport, TFS has introduced a mix of travel QSR (Quick Service Restaurant) outlets and a premium lounge, offering passengers a range of dining options through a combination of internationally recognised brands and the company’s proprietary concepts. The company has also launched the Travel Club Lounge, designed to provide travellers with a comfortable space to relax, dine, and unwind before departure.
Noida International Airport is expected to handle 12 million passengers annually in its first phase, with long-term plans to expand capacity to 70 million passengers per year, making it one of India’s most significant greenfield airport developments. The airport is expected to play a key role in enhancing regional connectivity and supporting the continued growth of domestic and international air travel.
As airport operations scale up, TFS plans to expand its portfolio of food and beverage offerings and lounge facilities to further enhance the passenger experience.
Commenting on the launch, Varun Kapur, Managing Director and CEO, Travel Food Services, said, “The opening of Noida International Airport marks an important milestone for Indian aviation, and we are proud to be part of this journey from the outset. Our focus remains on delivering seamless and thoughtful experiences through innovative dining formats and hospitality solutions tailored to the modern traveller.”
Christoph Schnellmann, Vice Chairman, Noida International Airport, added that TFS will play an important role in enhancing the airport’s service standards by offering diverse dining choices and premium lounge facilities from the first day of operations.
Founded by K Hospitality Corp in partnership with SSP Group plc, TFS currently operates 518 travel QSR outletsacross India and Malaysia through a portfolio of 145 partner and in-house brands. The company also manages 39 airport lounges across India, Malaysia, and Hong Kong, catering to premium travellers, loyalty programme members, and eligible cardholders.
The expansion at Noida International Airport reflects TFS’s continued commitment to enhancing airport hospitality experiences while supporting the growth of India’s aviation ecosystem.
