Santan, the famous food and beverage arm of Capital A, has been honoured with the Industry Champions of the Year Award at the Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability Awards (ACES), recognising its leadership and innovation across the Asia region. Catherine Goh, CEO of Santan, also received the Asia’s Most Admirable Young Leaders Award.
Santan’s transformation from serving in-flight meals to becoming a diversified F&B powerhouse which underscores the company’s evolution into a dynamic food ecosystem that spans multiple service segments. Today, Santan’s operations include in-flight and corporate catering, ready-to eat meals and beverages supplied to marts, convenience stores, coffee chains, restaurants and in the future, Santan plans to expand into hotels and train services.
Utilizing cutting-edge technology and modern production processes, Santan aims to deliver consistent, high-quality meals while preserving the authentic, bold flavours of Southeast Asia. This commitment to both quality and cultural authenticity has been central to Santan’s brand identity and its success in scaling across varied market segments.
Catherine Goh, CEO of Santan said, “Being named Industry Champion at the ACES Awards 2025 is a huge milestone. At Santan, we don’t believe in ‘airline food’, we believe in good food, period. Our mission is to serve bold, real flavours that capture the spirit of our region, whether in the skies or on the ground. This award is not just for Santan, it’s a win for our food, our culture, and the innovation that defines Asean. Looking ahead, we are excited to explore new horizons with cutting-edge technology and creative solutions that will continue to transform how people experience our products. I would like to thank my team at Santan for tirelessly working to create the best F&B experience onboard and on the ground.”
Dr Shanggari Balakrishnan, President of the ACES Awards stated that Santan is setting the standard for innovation and excellence in food services expanding across catering, retail and corporate solutions. She also said under Cathrine’s leadership, the brand has successfully tapped new markets and demonstrated that Southeast Asian flavours can stand out on a global stage. Her data driven, forward-thinking approach has turned bold ideas into reality making her a defining voice for the future of food, aviation and hospitality in the region.
Now in its 12th year, the ACES Awards celebrate organisations and individuals that combine visionary strategies with ethical governance, sustainable growth and positive societal impact. This recognition cements Santan’s place as a benchmark in the foodservice industry across Asia.
Source: AirAsia Newsroom
