Refrigerated Display Cases Market

Refrigerated Display Cases Market Size:

The global refrigerated display cases market size reached USD 18.2 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 36.3 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 7.59% during 2025-2033. The significant growth in the food and beverage (F&B) industry, widespread product adoption across retail facilities, and the introduction of natural refrigerants represent some of the key factors driving the market.

Refrigerated display cases are specialized units designed to store and showcase perishable and temperature-sensitive goods, such as food, beverages, and desserts. They are manufactured using various durable, easy-to-clean, and corrosion-resistant materials, such as stainless steel, copper, plastic, glass, and polyurethane foam. They are also comprised of several components, such as a compressor, condenser, evaporator, fans, lighting, and control systems. Refrigerated display cases are widely used to display fresh produce, meat, seafood, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, ice cream, cakes, pastries, and other bakery goods. They are user-friendly and offer long service life, reduce energy consumption, allow customization, save space, and require low maintenance. Refrigerated display cases also assist in maintaining a consistent temperature, preventing spoilage, reducing wastage, and ensuring food safety.

Refrigerated Display Cases Market Trends:

Rising Demand for Fresh and Frozen Food Products

The increasing consumption of fresh and frozen food is one of the major factors boosting the refrigerated display cases market share. As per the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI), it has been found that 38% of buyers consume frozen food on a daily basis or eat it every few days. Moreover, the rising health consciousness among consumers, leading to the preference for fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products, and meat, is catalyzing the market growth. This shift in dietary habits is encouraging grocery stores, supermarkets, and convenience stores to expand their selection of perishable goods. In this context, refrigerated display cases provide the necessary temperature-controlled environment to preserve the freshness and quality of these products, extending their shelf life while also making them visually appealing to customers. Besides this, the growing trend of ready-to-eat (RTE) and frozen meals, which cater to busy lifestyles, is bolstering the expansion of the market.

Expansion of Supermarkets and Hypermarkets

The refrigerated display cases market forecast highlights that the burgeoning expansion of retail chains, including supermarkets, hypermarkets, and convenience stores, is another crucial driver fueling the market growth. Furthermore, the growing footprint of large-format retail stores to serve the rising urban populations is enhancing the market growth. These stores feature dedicated sections for fresh produce, meat, dairy, and frozen food, which require advanced refrigeration solutions. Along with this, the heightened demand for energy-efficient and aesthetically designed refrigerated display cases is strengthening the market growth. Furthermore, the ongoing trend toward larger retail spaces, which require extensive refrigeration infrastructure, is bolstering the expansion of the industry. Additionally, the increasing focus on store renovation and refurbishment projects, boosting the demand for modern and eco-friendly refrigeration systems that reduce energy consumption and minimize environmental impact, is favoring the market growth.

Rapid Technological Advancements in Refrigeration Systems

The continuous focus of manufacturers on innovating energy-efficient, eco-friendly, and smart refrigeration solutions that align with the growing focus on sustainability is acting as a growth-inducing factor. For instance, the burgeoning integration of digital controls, remote monitoring, and smart sensors in refrigerated display cases that allow for better temperature regulation and energy management, thus reducing operational costs for retailers is catalyzing the market growth. Additionally, the ongoing shift toward using natural refrigerants like carbon dioxide (CO2) and hydrocarbons, which have a lower environmental impact than traditional refrigerants, is positively impacting the market growth. These technological innovations meet stringent energy efficiency standards and help retailers comply with environmental regulations. Furthermore, rapid advancements in design, such as the use of transparent, high-performance glass doors and light-emitting diode (LED) lighting to enhance product visibility while reducing energy consumption, are contributing to the refrigerated display cases market share.

Refrigerated Display Cases Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the global, regional, and country levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on product type, product design, and end use.

Product Type Insights:

• Plug-In Refrigerated Display Cases
• Remote Refrigerated Display Cases
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product type. This includes plug-in and remote refrigerated display cases. According to the report, plug-in refrigerated display cases represented the largest segment.

Product Design Insights:

• Vertical
• Horizontal
• Hybrid and Semi-Vertical
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product design have also been provided in the report. This includes vertical, horizontal, and hybrid and semi-vertical. According to the report, vertical accounted for the largest market share.

End Use Insights:

• Food Service Sector
  • Quick Service Restaurants
  • Bakeries
  • Hotels
  • Others
• Retail Food and Beverage Sector
  • Fuel Station Stores
  • Hypermarkets
  • Supermarkets
  • Discount Stores
     

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end use. This includes food service sector (quick service restaurants, bakeries, hotels, and others) and retail food and beverage sector (fuel station stores, hypermarkets, supermarkets, and discount stores). According to the report, retail food and beverage sector accounted for the largest market share.

Regional Insights:

• North America
  • United States
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Others
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Indonesia
  • Others
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Others
• Middle East and Africa
   

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, Europe was the largest market for refrigerated display cases. Some of the factors driving the Europe refrigerated display cases market included the rapid expansion of food services, the implementation of stringent government regulations, and significant technological advancements.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the major market players in the refrigerated display cases industry include:

• Afinox srl
• Arneg S.p.A.
• Carrier Global Corporation
• Daikin Industries Ltd.
• Danfoss
• Epta S.p.A.
• Fagor Professional (ONNERA Group)
• Haier Group Corporation
• Hill Phoenix Inc. (Dover Corporation)
• Hussmann Corporation (Panasonic Corporation)
• ISA SpA
• Turbo Air Inc.
• Zero Zone Inc.
   

Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.

Refrigerated Display Cases Market News:

• In February 2024, the Iarp brand of the Epta Group showcased various solutions dedicated to ice-cream and pastry products in Thaifex Horec Asia. The company presented its plug-in Delight 7 refrigerated display case for whipped ice-cream which hosts up to 7 tubs and is characterized for its ergonomic design and total customization options.
• In April 2024, Fagor Professional unveiled the iKold generation of commercial refrigeration, which offers optimal food preservation at the best value price-point. This extensive range comprises more than 35 separate units, including upright cabinets, refrigerated and preparation counters, display cabinets, and ice makers. These units utilize natural R290 and R600a hydrocarbon refrigerant combined with CFC-free, high-density water-based polyurethane insulation to achieve energy savings of up to 45%.

Refrigerated Display Cases Market Report Scope:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the global refrigerated display cases market performed so far, and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What are the drivers, restraints, and opportunities in the global refrigerated display cases market?
• What is the impact of each driver, restraint, and opportunity on the global refrigerated display cases market?
• What are the key regional markets?
• Which countries represent the most attractive refrigerated display cases market?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the product type?
• Which is the most attractive product type in the refrigerated display cases market?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the product design?
• Which is the most attractive product design in the refrigerated display cases market?
• What is the breakup of the market based on the end use?
• Which is the most attractive end use in the refrigerated display cases market?
• What is the competitive structure of the market?
• Who are the key players/companies in the global refrigerated display cases market?

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the refrigerated display cases market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the global refrigerated display cases 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 assists 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 refrigerated display cases industry and its attractiveness.
• The competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides insight into the current positions of key players in the market.