Food Service Equipment Market Forecasts to 2028 – Global Analysis By Product (Kitchen Purpose Equipment, Food Holding & Storing Equipment and Other Products), Application (Full-Service Restaurants, Quick Service Restaurants and Other Application), Distribution Channel and By Geography
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Food Service Equipment Market is accounted for $37.38 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach $60.65 billion by 2028 growing at a CAGR of 8.4% during the forecast period. Food service equipment can be defined as all tools, utensils, crockery and cutlery necessary for the preparation, cooking, holding, serving of food and washing. With the help of Food Service Equipments the bother for the cooks are compact after using these appliances. They do not have to wait for long hours in front of the heat to prepare the food. Preheating the ovens fastens up the cooking time, adding extra flavour and taste to the food being prepared. Increased demand for refrigerated food products and a reference for junk food stimulate the global adoption of food service equipment.
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Market Dynamics:
Driver:
The Growth in Food Service Industry
The development of the food service equipment market is fuelled by the rise in business-related travel and the increase in the number of establishments that dish up foods, such as hotels and restaurants. It is expected that international investments, experiments, innovations in various cuisines, and growth in the travel and tourism industry will provide productive opportunities to enlarge the food service equipment market. In addition, a rise in the proportion of cafes and restaurants, as well as an increase in demand for multi-functional, space- and time-saving equipment are predicted to drive the market growth.
Restraint:
Requirement for High Capital
The high operation cost and integration capabilities necessary for kitchen equipment setup are factors limiting the adoption of food service equipment. The original investment and ongoing maintenance costs are high due to the incorporation of high-quality hardware, effective condensers, and compressors in cooking and refrigeration equipment, thus all the above factors are hindering the market growth.
Opportunity:
Technological Advancements in Restaurants and Catering Industry
Increase in the demand for technologically advancement and innovative products entering the market, is anticipated that these products will support market growth. These products range from the discovering equipment for order to prepare and eating materials, such as stoves, ranges, and electronic fridges, to the convenience of custom foodservice equipment to cook different cuisines. Equipments manufacturers are currently providing their customers with efficacious products due to the ongoing research & development operations, hence providing wide range of opportunities for the growth of the market.
Threat:
Increase in the food safety issues
Growing food safety issues and stick government regulations regarding food safety are hampering the market growth, which also involves the high cost and maintenance of the equipments that are involved in the food service industries. Consumers prefer food that requires less time and effort to prepare while also provides nutrition and quality. The food safety standards should be strictly maintained by food service providers which is time consuming and cost ineffective therefore all the above factors are hindering the market growth.
Covid-19 Impact
The Covid-19 pandemic has a significant effect on the food service equipment manufacturing industry across the world, affecting major food business in all over the regions. The entire food service industry is fighting the crisis, disruption of food supplies, minimized lack of food customs over the outbreak period. Moreover, consumers were concerned that the food service industries would infect the person with infection and there has been a shutdown in the market.
The kitchen purpose equipment segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The kitchen purpose equipment segment is estimated to have a lucrative growth, due to major use of these appliances for cooking, storage and cleaning functions within the kitchen. Electric kitchen appliance the market, yet cooking fuel, renewable energy, and solar energy also play an important role for operating kitchenware appliances. Stove, refrigerator, and dishwasher are some of the major devices used in the kitchen. These appliances also consist of blenders, food processors, and coffee makers, usually designed for countertops. They are less expensive and used for specific cooking purposes. They are gaining popularity among the consumers owing to changes in lifestyles of people due to significant increase in disposable income which is boosting the market growth.
The full-service restaurants segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The full-service restaurants segment is anticipated to witness the fastest CAGR growth during the forecast period, due to the service that is provided at the restaurants. This industry group consists establishments primarily engaged in providing food services to customers who order and are served while seated and pay after eating, or who order or select items at a counter, food bar or cafeteria line and pay before eating. This industry group includes drinking places that primarily serve food. Now a day’s full service restaurants has been rising at an inclining pace.
Region with highest share:
Asia Pacific is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period owing to The quick transformation of dining habits and the extension of tourism, mainly in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Australia, have fuelled the growth of food service equipment with in this region. As more people try new meals and like other cuisines, the restaurant's menu has expanded to cover a variety of cuisines.
Region with highest CAGR:
North America is projected to have the highest CAGR over the forecast period, owing to the growing food service industry, escalating saturation of online retail, and growing consumer focus on takeaway due to busier lifestyles. The high saturation of online food delivery services in the region, together with the popularity of quick-service restaurants in countries such as the U.S. and Canada owing to the busy lifestyle of consumers, is propelling the demand for food service in the North American region. An increasing number of quick service restaurants as they can be established in limited spaces are promoting the regional market growth.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players profiled in the Food Service Equipment Market include Ali Group, Alto-Shaam, Inc., Cambro Manufacturing Co. Inc., Castle Stove, Haier Group, SMEG S.p.A., The Middleby Corporation, Electrolux Professional, Illinois Tool Works Inc, Duke Manufacturing Co. Inc., Dover Corporation, Panasonic Corporation
Key Developments:
In July 2022, Ali Group Completes Acquisition of Welbilt one of the largest and most diversified global leaders in the foodservice equipment industry, today announced that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of Welbilt, Inc. With the completion of the transaction, Welbilt’s common stock has ceased trading as of the close of trading on July 28, 2022 and is no longer listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
In December 2021, Unified Brands Inc and related assets were acquired by Electrolux Professional. Electrolux Professional’s presence in the United States will be greatly strengthened as a result of the purchase. On October 12, 2021, the deal was made public. On a cash and debt-free basis, the purchase price is SEK 2,140 million (USD 244 million), plus various tax benefits.
In September 2021, Duke Manufacturing launched Readyflex holding units in the UK market. These units are designed to offer operators many advantages and make their working lives easier. Moreover, these units seamlessly interact with the third-party cloud and on-site solutions.
Products Covered:
• Kitchen Purpose Equipment
• Food Holding & Storing Equipment
• Ware Washing Equipment
• Refrigeration Equipment
• Other Products
Applications Covered:
• Full-Service Restaurants
• Quick Service Restaurants
• Commercial Canteen
• Other Applications
Distribution Channels Covered:
• Online
• Offline
• Other Distribution Channels
Regions Covered:
• North America
US
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
Italy
France
Spain
Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
Australia
New Zealand
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Qatar
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa
What our report offers:
- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2025, and 2028
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements
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