Robin leads dnata’s catering division, which encompasses the full range of aviation food services: in-flight catering, airport food and beverage outlets and retail operations. The portfolio includes dnata’s catering operations around the globe, operating under the dnata and Alpha brands, and dnata’s food product development and design business, En Route International. Originally trained as an economist in the United Kingdom, Robin has more than 20 years’ experience in aviation; prior to which he worked in a diverse set of industries, including insurance and retail. Robin has worked for The Emirates Group since 1996 and has held a number of senior roles since joining. Prior to his current role, Robin was Senior Vice President Aircraft Catering for Emirates Airline, accountable for delivering over 55 million high-quality meals across Emirates’ global network each year. Prior to that, as Emirates’ Vice President for airline procurement, he was responsible for the acquisition of jet fuel, in-flight catering, ground handling, airports and air traffic charges and crew accommodation.