What Kaelis does

Kaelis World S.L. is a privately held Spanish company, founded in 1997 and headquartered in San Sebastián de los Reyes (Madrid), that designs, develops, manufactures, and supplies onboard products for the commercial aviation and railway industries. Its offering spans more than 14 core product categories — including amenity kits, blankets, business and economy tableware, disposable catering items, galley equipment, headphones, packaging, stainless steel items, textiles and nonwovens, kids' kits, and eco-friendly products — supported by a portfolio of at least nine registered patents covering cabin accessories such as the Tabho tablet holder, Rotus business-class coat hanger, Bassú phone-and-tablet holder tray, Slim ice bucket, Newsy trolley cover, Ecco advertising headrest, Gline advertising hanger, Rockie rack dispenser, and C-PET Ultra stackable oven-ready containers. The company also offers sustainability-focused SKUs across twelve material platforms (rPET, bagasse, bamboo, CPLA, palm leaf, PLA, PET, PSM, rice husk, wheat straw, eco-plastic, paper).

The company monetizes primarily through B2B hardware sales of customized onboard products to airlines and rail operators, complemented by consulting services for onboard service optimization and licensing of its patented innovations. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales executed through dedicated Sales Directors and regional management teams, with a strong event-driven layer (WTCE, IFSA, APEX, InnoTrans) supporting customer acquisition and account development. Kaelis also operates regional offices in China (Zhuhai), Chile (Santiago), the UAE, and the United States (Houston and Irving, Texas) in addition to its Madrid HQ, and runs a supplier registration portal. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; all enterprise contracts are negotiated directly with airline and railway procurement teams.

Kaelis's disclosed customer base exceeds 100 airlines and railway operators across more than 60 countries, reaching what the company states is 2 billion passengers annually. Named customers include Iberia, Vueling, Air Europa, Aeromexico, Qatar Airways, EVA Air, Saudia, LOT Polish Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, KLM, LATAM, Air India, Icelandair, Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways, GOL Linhas Aéreas, Etihad, Avianca, Neos, Renfe, and Cremonini Rail Ibérica. Strategic relationships include membership in the International Rail Catering Group (IRCG), a 2023 partnership with LSG Group, a 2022 SkyTeam/Aeromexico sustainability alliance, and December 2025 selection by Airbus for its flagship onboard showroom. Leadership transitioned in November 2023 when Renival Oliveira became CEO and founder Federico Heitz moved to Executive Chairman; subsequent senior hires include CCO Alwin Hollander (April 2025), Supervisory Board member Erdmann Rauer (September 2024), and Sales Director / North America Head Ashley Kerber (January 2024).

Name

Kaelis

Legal name

Kaelis World S.L.

Website

https://kaelis.world

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Kaelis World S.L. is a privately held Spanish firm founded in 1997 that designs, manufactures, and supplies customized onboard products (amenity kits, tableware, blankets, galley accessories, eco-friendly disposables) to more than 100 airlines and railway operators across 60+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Onboard Aviation and Rail Products

NAICS

Other Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing (3169)

SIC

Wholesale-Miscellaneous Nondurable Goods (5190)

akta.pro primary industry

Packaging Papers & Converted Paper Distribution (Corrugated sheets/boxes, Paper bags, Labels, Stationery) (IMAMAIAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Bag & Accessory Components/Hardware (Straps, Buckles, Zippers) (CRAAAJAJ)

Keywords

• Onboard aviation products
• Airline amenity kits
• Inflight tableware
• Railway catering supplies
• Airline galley equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Madrid

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Onboard Products Manufacturing and Sales: Kaelis designs, develops, manufactures and delivers onboard products including amenity kits, blankets, tableware, galley equipment, headphones, packaging, textiles, and eco-friendly products to airlines and railway companies worldwide.
2. Consulting Services for On-board Services: Provides consulting services for on-board services, helping clients optimize their passenger experience and onboard operations.
3. Innovation and Custom Product Development: Custom design and development of patented products for airline and rail clients, including bespoke amenity kits, tableware, and galley equipment.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Kaelis designs, develops, manufactures, and delivers onboard products including amenity kits, blankets, business and economy tableware, disposable products, galley equipment, headphones, packaging, textiles, eco-friendly materials, and patented accessories (Tabho, Newsy, Ecco, Gline, Slim, Rockie, Rotus, Bassú, C-PET Ultra Stackable) to airlines and railway companies worldwide. The company also provides consulting services for onboard services and custom patented product development for clients across more than 60 countries.

Product overview

Kaelis is a comprehensive onboard products, services and solutions provider serving the airline and railway industries. The company offers a broad portfolio of over 14 core product categories spanning Amenity Kits, Blankets, Business and Economy Tableware, Disposable Products, Eco-Friendly Products, Fun for Kids, Galley Equipment, Headphones, Packaging, Stainless Steel items, and Textile & Nonwoven products. This core portfolio is complemented by 8 proprietary patented products including the Tabho tablet holder, Newsy newspaper trolley cover, Ecco advertising headrest, Gline advertising trolley hanger, Slim ice bucket, Rockie rack dispenser, Rotus coat hanger, and Bassú phone/tablet tray. Additionally, Kaelis offers 12 different eco-friendly material options (bagasse, bamboo fibre, CPLA, eco-plastic, palm leaf, paper, PLA, PET, PSM, rice husk, rPET, wheat straw, PP) enabling airlines to meet sustainability goals. The company specializes in custom design, development, manufacturing, and global delivery of these products to more than 100 airlines and railway companies across 60+ countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Amenity Kits Customized amenity kits for airlines including business class, economy class, kids kits, and special purpose kits (Umrah, Hajj) sold to airline customers worldwide.
• Blankets Range of standard, premium, and eco-friendly blankets for airline and rail passengers, including recycled PET (rPET) blankets made from plastic bottles.
• Business Tableware High-end ceramic and glassware tableware for business and premium class service, including specialized dining collections sold to airlines (Iberia, Qatar Airways, Icelandair, LOT Polish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways, GOL) and railway companies including Renfe.
• Disposable Products Single-use catering products including disposable cotton linen, plates, trays, containers, and cutlery designed for airline and rail catering operations.
• Economy Tableware Cost-effective tableware solutions for economy class service, including trays, plates, cups, and meal service equipment sold to airline customers including GOL Linhas Aereas and Uzbekistan Airways.
• Fun for Kids Entertainment and comfort products for young travelers including educational kits, activity sets, and kids amenity kits featuring branded themes such as Berry the Bear (EVA Air), Air Canada Kids, Uzbekistan Airways Kids Kits, Turkish Airlines Kids, and Air Astana Kids.
• Galley Equipment Aircraft galley equipment and accessories including trolleys, storage solutions, and service hardware for onboard kitchen operations.
• Eco-Friendly Products Sustainable onboard products manufactured from eco-friendly materials including bagasse, bamboo fibre, CPLA, PLA, palm leaf, rPET, wheat straw, rice husk, eco-plastic, paper, PET, PSM, and PP for airlines seeking to meet sustainability mandates.
• Headphones

Quantifiable outcome

• Serving 2 billion passengers from more than 100 airlines and railway companies
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers23 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core, strategic, supporting and minor.

• AirbusflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 December 2025Selected by Airbus to elevate onboard experience in flagship showroom. Kaelis products featured in Airbus's premium aircraft interior showcase.
• LSG GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 May 2023Partnership announced May 2023 to enhance and transform passenger experience. LSG Group is a leading provider of airline catering and onboard services. Kaelis brings product expertise to complement LSG Group's service capabilities.
• SkyTeamstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 May 2022Aeromexico, SkyTeam and Kaelis partnership for a greener tomorrow, announced May 2022. Focus on sustainable onboard products and environmental initiatives.
• University of SouthamptonsupportingTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2022Academic partnership for validation of COPPTECH antimicrobial technology effectiveness against COVID-19.
• COPPTECHstrategicTechnology or Integration · 1 October 2020Partnership with COPPTECH for antimicrobial technology providing effective protection against COVID-19. Technology validated by the University of Southampton.
• Better AirminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive Partnership with Better Air for probiotic air purifier technology for cabins, announced in 2018.
• IRCG (International Rail Catering Group)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKaelis is a member of IRCG, participating in General Assemblies and contributing to the rail catering industry standards and practices.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Sola: Specialized provider of amenity kits and wellness products for the travel industry with a sustainability focus. Comparable eco-friendly product positioning targeting airline and rail passengers.

Direct peers

• Buzz Products: UK-based onboard product supplier offering amenity kits, gift bags, and bespoke products for airlines and rail operators. Comparable business model of custom-designed kits and accessories sold into enterprise transport customers.
• Formia: Spanish-based airline onboard products company specializing in customizable amenity kits, tableware, and textile products for premium and economy cabins. Direct competitor headquartered in Europe with overlapping customer roster and product categories.
• Clip Airline Supplies: Turkish-based designer and manufacturer of airline amenity kits and onboard products serving major Middle East, European, and Asian carriers. Closely comparable to Kaelis in product mix (amenity kits, kids kits, eco-friendly materials) and customer type.

Broad incumbents

• LSG Group: Global leader in airline catering and onboard services, already a strategic partner of Kaelis. Overlaps with Kaelis in amenity kit design and onboard product supply but operates at significantly larger scale across full-service catering.
• Gate Group: Major airline catering and onboard services group offering in-flight products, amenities, and food solutions. Overlaps with Kaelis in the amenity products and onboard services category but serves as a broader, vertically integrated incumbent.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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