Nairobi‚ Kenya – 12th September 2025.
Pepsi Kenya and Skyward Airlines have signed a strategic agreement that will see Pepsi’s iconic beverages exclusively served on all Skyward flights.
Passengers on domestic and regional routes will now enjoy complimentary refreshments on each flight‚ strengthening Pepsi’s presence in Kenya’s lifestyle and travel market while enhancing the in-flight experience for thousands of travellers.
According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics‚ domestic air passenger traffic in Kenya reached 5.32 million in 2024‚ underscoring the scale and opportunity in the local aviation sector. Consumer research consistently shows that refreshments play a central role in passenger satisfaction while travelling‚ with hydration‚ energy‚ and taste ranked as key needs during journeys.
The brands in this partnership; Pepsi‚ Mirinda‚ Mountain Dew‚ 7UP‚ Evervess‚ Sting‚ and Aquafina‚ cover the full spectrum of refreshment: colas‚ fruity flavors‚ citrus sodas‚ mixers‚ energy drinks‚ and water.
By embedding these beverages into the travel experience‚ Pepsi is extending its relevance beyond retail and entertainment spaces into moments of connection‚ movement‚ and discovery.
John K’Otieno‚ SBC’s Country Manager‚ said: “Skyward Airlines and Pepsi share a vision of growth‚ innovation‚ and delivering premium experience to customers.
We are excited to collaborate with Skyward Airlines‚ ensuring our world-renowned and loved brands are enjoyed by families while journeying across Kenya and the region.”
On her part‚ Diana Nyambura‚ Skyward Airlines General Manager noted: “Skyward Airlines is proud to collaborate with Pepsi‚ one of the world’s most recognized and loved brands. This partnership enhances our in-flight service offering and reflects our dedication to providing added value to our passengers while also supporting our growth strategy in the regional aviation market.”
The Pepsi–Skyward partnership is both a service upgrade and shared ambition. Skyward strengthens its positioning as a modern‚ passenger-focused airline‚ while Pepsi deepens its role as a lifestyle brand‚ seamlessly integrated into everyday and extraordinary moments including air travel.
About SBC (Pepsi Kenya)
SBC (Pepsi Kenya) is a leading beverage company and the official franchise bottler of PepsiCo in Kenya‚ producing and distributing globally renowned brands such as Pepsi‚ Mirinda‚ Mountain Dew‚ Sting Energy‚ and Aquafina.
About Skyward Airlines
Skyward Airlines is a dynamic Kenyan airline providing safe‚ reliable‚ and efficient passenger and cargo services within Kenya and the wider East African region. With a growing network‚ Skyward continues to position itself as a preferred carrier of choice for both domestic and regional travellers.