Market Overview:
The global food service equipment market size reached US$ 36.4 Billion in 2022. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 49.7 Billion by 2028, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2% during 2023-2028. The rising utilization of multifunctioning, time-efficient, and cost-effective cooking equipment; increasing demand in restaurants, hotels, and bars; and the growing number of catering businesses and cloud kitchens offering flavorful dishes represent some of the key factors driving the market.
Food service equipment refers to a wide variety of tools, utensils, machines, and storage units utilized for storing, preparing, and serving food items. It comprises various tableware and cutlery items, such as plates, cups, bowls, colanders, glasses, woks, pots, pans, ladles, spoons, forks, knives, and whisks, which are utilized for preparing different dishes and presenting them in commercial eateries. It also consists of a wide variety of tools and machines, such as microwaves, deep fryers, gas stoves, ovens, mixers and grinders, blenders, juicers, steamers, and boilers, to cook food properly at different heat settings. Food service equipment includes cleaning and washing and garbage disposal setups like pot washing units, drain boards, drainage pipes, sinks, dishwashing machines, wash nozzles, garbage bins, and incinerators to dispose waste materials and keep the kitchen area clean properly. It also helps store and increase the shelf life of various perishable items in massive storage units integrated with efficient temperature control and insulation. Furthermore, it assists in maintaining proper airflow in the cooking area and keeping it odor and grease free.
Food Service Equipment Market Trends:
At present, the increasing demand for food service equipment in various hotels, restaurants, and bars to prepare food and serve it to customers efficiently represents one of the key factors supporting the market growth. Besides this, the rising utilization of multifunctioning, time-efficient, and cost-effective cooking equipment to prepare numerous dishes is propelling the growth of the market. Additionally, the growing number of catering businesses and cloud kitchens offering flavorful dishes at affordable prices is offering a favorable market outlook. Apart from this, the rising demand for eco-friendly and energy-efficient electronic appliances in the food and beverage (F&B) industry due to the increasing environmental awareness among the masses is contributing to the growth of the market. In addition, key market players are manufacturing technologically advanced food service equipment with enhanced functionalities that are supported by artificial intelligence (AI) and the internet of things (IoT). Moreover, the increasing preferences of food outlet owners to maintain food safety and follow proper sanitization protocols are bolstering the market growth. Furthermore, the rising utilization of cloud connectivity by restaurant businesses to construct efficient smart kitchens is strengthening the growth of the market.
Key Market Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global food service equipment market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country level from 2023-2028. Our report has categorized the market based on product type, distribution channel and end use.
Product Type Insights:
- Cooking Equipment
- Storage and Handling Equipment
- Warewashing Equipment
- Food and Beverage Preparation Equipment
- Serving Equipment
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the food service equipment market based on the product type. This includes cooking equipment, storage and handling equipment, warewashing equipment, food and beverage preparation equipment, and serving equipment. According to the report, cooking equipment represented the largest segment.
Distribution Channel Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the food service equipment market based on the distribution channel has also been provided in the report. This includes online and offline. According to the report, offline accounted for the largest market share.
End Use Insights:
- Full-service Restaurants and Hotels
- Quick-service Restaurants and Pubs
- Catering
A detailed breakup and analysis of the food service equipment market based on the end use has also been provided in the report. This includes full-service restaurants and hotels, quick-service restaurants and pubs, and catering. According to the report, full-service restaurants and hotels accounted for the largest market share.
Regional Insights:
- North America
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Indonesia
- Others
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Others
- Latin America
- Middle East and Africa
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets that include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and Middle East and Africa. According to the report, North America was the largest market for food service equipment. Some of the factors driving the North America food service equipment market included the growing number of eateries, increasing demand for modern refrigeration technology, rising utilization of innovative commercial ovens, etc.
Competitive Landscape:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global food service equipment market. Competitive analysis such as market structure, market share by key players, player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the companies covered include AB Electrolux, Ali group s.r.l. a socio unico, Alto-Shaam Inc., Cambro Manufacturing, Comstock-Castle Stove Co. Inc, Dover Corporation, Duke Manufacturing, Illinois Tool Works Inc., The Middleby Corporation, Welbilt, etc. Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.
Report Coverage:
Report Features |
Details |
Base Year of the Analysis |
2022 |
Historical Period |
2017-2022 |
Forecast Period |
2023-2028 |
Units |
US$ Billion |
Segment Coverage |
Product Type, Distribution Channel, End Use, Region |
Region Covered |
Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America, Middle East and Africa |
Countries Covered |
United States, Canada, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Brazil, Mexico |
Companies Covered |
AB Electrolux, Ali group s.r.l. a socio unico, Alto-Shaam Inc., Cambro Manufacturing, Comstock-Castle Stove Co. Inc, Dover Corporation, Duke Manufacturing, Illinois Tool Works Inc., The Middleby Corporation and Welbilt |
Customization Scope |
10% Free Customization |
Report Price and Purchase Option |
Single User License: US$ 2499
Five User License: US$ 3499
Corporate License: US$ 4499 |
Post-Sale Analyst Support |
10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format |
PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |
Key Benefits for Stakeholders:
- IMARC’s report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the food service equipment market from 2017-2028.
- The research study provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the global food service equipment market.
- The study maps the leading as well as the fastest growing regional markets. It further enables stakeholders to identify the key country-level markets within each region.
- Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the food service equipment industry and its attractiveness.
- Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.