Mortuary Equipment

Global Mortuary Equipment Market to Reach US$1.3 Billion by 2030

The global market for Mortuary Equipment estimated at US$1.0 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$1.3 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 3.7% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Body Transporters & Trays, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 4.8% CAGR and reach US$435.0 Million by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Autopsy Tables segment is estimated at 3.4% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$279.5 Million While China is Forecast to Grow at 7.2% CAGR

The Mortuary Equipment market in the U.S. is estimated at US$279.5 Million in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$273.5 Million by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 7.2% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 1.1% and 2.8% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 1.9% CAGR.

Global Mortuary Equipment Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

What Are Mortuary Equipment and Their Role in Modern Facilities?

Mortuary equipment includes a broad range of tools and devices used in funeral homes and morgues to handle, prepare, and preserve deceased bodies. This equipment encompasses everything from autopsy tables, embalming machines, and body refrigerators to lifting and transporting trolleys. The design and functionality of these tools are critical to ensuring dignified handling and effective preparation of bodies for viewing, burial, or cremation. Modern mortuary equipment is designed with ergonomics and efficiency in mind, often incorporating advanced materials and technology to meet health and safety standards in the handling of human remains.

How Does Technological Innovation Impact Mortuary Equipment?

Technological advancements are significantly enhancing the functionality and safety of mortuary equipment. For example, hydraulic and electrically powered tables and lifts reduce physical strain on mortuary staff, while state-of-the-art refrigeration units ensure optimal preservation conditions with better energy efficiency. Innovations in embalming technology and sanitation systems also help improve the standard of care provided to deceased individuals, ensuring that facilities can maintain a high level of service in preparing bodies for final rites.

What Market Trends Influence Mortuary Equipment Demand?

The demand for mortuary equipment is influenced by several trends, including aging populations and the evolving preferences of society towards funeral services. As global demographics shift towards older age groups, the death rate naturally increases, creating greater demand for mortuary services and, consequently, for high-quality and compliant equipment. Additionally, cultural changes in how societies view death and post-mortem care are prompting facilities to upgrade their equipment to better accommodate family involvement and more personalized services.

What Drives the Growth in the Mortuary Equipment Market?

The growth in the mortuary equipment market is driven by several factors, including demographic shifts leading to an increased number of deaths, technological advancements that offer improved efficiency and safety, and evolving societal norms around death care practices. Regulatory changes that require higher standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance in the handling of human remains also contribute to ongoing updates and replacements of old equipment. Furthermore, the expansion of funeral home services to meet client expectations for dignity and customization in funeral services heightens the demand for modern, versatile mortuary equipment. These factors collectively foster growth and innovation within the mortuary equipment industry, ensuring its critical role in healthcare and funeral service sectors.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Mortuary Equipment market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Product Type (Body Transporters & Trays, Autopsy Tables, Refrigerators, Mortuary Cabinets, Other Product Types); End-User (Hospitals End-User, Forensic Labs End-User, Research & Academics End-User, Other End-Users)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Select Competitors (Total 42 Featured) -

• C.F. di Ciro Fiocchetti & C. s.n.c.
• Ferno Washington, Inc.
• Hygeco Group
• KUGEL medical
• LEEC Ltd.
• Mopec, Inc.
• Mortech Manufacturing Inc.
• Roftek Ltd T/A Flexmort
• SM Scientific Instruments Pvt. Ltd.
• Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc.

TARIFF IMPACT FACTOR

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