The airline food services market is driven by the desire to enhance the travel experience through delicious meals. In-flight meals are prepared by specialized airline catering services and served using trolleys. Automation plays a significant role in large flight kitchens, ensuring efficient packaging, washing, and transportation of meals. Hygiene and safety are paramount, with on-site food analysis laboratories conducting tests to comply with food standards. These factors contribute to the market's growth and customer satisfaction.
According to Data Bridge Market Research, the In-Flight Catering Services Market accounted for USD 27,337.94 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period.
“Growing figure of airline passengers and non-stop flights”
The growth in the number of airline passengers and flights is driven by factors like economic and demographic expansion. The expanding middle class and the emergence of low-cost airlines provide affordability and accessibility, fueling airline activity. Airports located in cities with strong commercial orientation experience increased demand for air travel. The connectivity of airports, especially major hubs, plays a vital role in attracting more passengers and non-stop flights, thereby driving the growth of the market.
What restraints the growth of in-flight catering services market?
“Strictness in food quality regulations”
Food safety is of utmost importance in the airline catering industry, leading to the development of industry guidelines. To ensure the safety of food and beverages consumed onboard, a comprehensive food safety management system is necessary, covering all stages from product design to onboard service. The World Food Safety Guidelines, established by IFSA and AEA, provide a framework for ensuring food safety in airline catering globally. Adhering to these regulations is crucial for eliminating non-compliant food and catering services in the inflight industry.
Segmentation: In-Flight Catering Services Market
The global in-flight catering services market is segmented into five notable segments based on food type, flight category, aircraft seating class, catering type, and flight type.
- On the basis of food type, the global in-flight catering services market is segmented into meals, convenience food, beverages, bakery, and confectionary.
- On the basis of flight category, the global in-flight catering services market is segmented into full-service carriers, and low-cost carriers.
- On the basis of aircraft seating class, the global in-flight catering services market is segmented into economy class, business class, and first class.
- On the basis of catering type, the global in-flight catering services market is segmented into retail on board, and classic catering.
- On the basis of flight type, the global in-flight catering services market is segmented into domestic, and international.
Regional Insights: North America is expected to dominate the in-flight catering services market
The North American region is projected to hold the largest market share in the global in-flight catering services market. This dominance is due to the presence of major market players like dnata, gategroup, Cathay Pacific Catering Services, LSG Group, and Newrest, among others. Factors driving the market growth in this region include the growing number of domestic flights and increasing passenger demand for high-quality in-flight catering services, creating opportunities for market expansion.
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Recent Developments in In-Flight Catering Services Market
- In 2022, LSG Group expanded its airline catering contracts, including a 3-year deal with Copa Airlines covering 22 stations. They also secured contracts with China Southern Airlines in Thailand and GOL in Brazil, strengthening their global presence and catering services to airlines worldwide.
- In 2023, Cathay Pacific Catering Services partnered with VTC (Vocational Training Council) to develop aviation talent in Hong Kong. This collaboration has increased the company's popularity among the local population by demonstrating their commitment to nurturing skilled professionals and supporting the aviation industry in Hong Kong.
The Prominent Key Players Operating in the In-Flight Catering Services Market Include:
- Cathay Pacific Airways Limited (China)
- DO & CO (Austria)
- Emirates Flight Catering (United Arab Emirates)
- Flying Food Group (U.S.)
- gategroup (Switzerland)
- LSG Sky Chefs (Germany)
- Newrest Group Services SAS (France)
- SATS Ltd. (Singapore)
- ANA CATERING SERVICE CO.,LTD. (Japan)
- Brahim's Holdings (Malaysia)
- dnata (United Arab Emirates)
- AeroChef (Spain)
- MALTON INFLIGHT (U.K.)
- EGYPTAIR IN-FLIGHT SERVICES (Egypt)
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Research Methodology: Global In-Flight Catering Services Market
Data collection and base year analysis are done using data collection modules with large sample sizes. The market data is analyzed and estimated using market statistical and coherent models. In addition, market share analysis and key trend analysis are the major success factors in the market report. The key research methodology used by DBMR research team is data triangulation which involves data mining, analysis of the impact of data variables on the market, and primary (industry expert) validation. Apart from this, data models include Vendor Positioning Grid, Market Time Line Analysis, Market Overview and Guide, Company Positioning Grid, Company Market Share Analysis, Standards of Measurement, global vs Regional and Vendor Share Analysis. Please request analyst call in case of further inquiry.
