How big is the in-flight catering services market today, and what are its future growth expectations?
The in-flight catering services market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $18.06 billion in 2024 to $19.33 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.0%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to crisis adaptation, air travel expansion, evolving dietary preferences, focus on service quality, globalization of cuisine.
The in-flight catering services market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $27.42 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to adaptation to health and safety protocols, globalization of culinary offerings, demand for on-demand services, premium and luxury market growth, sustainability and eco-friendly practices. Major trends in the forecast period include rise of on-demand services, customization and personalization, health and wellness focus, sustainability initiatives, premium and luxury services.
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How has the in-flight catering services market evolved, and what factors have shaped its growth?
Increased air traffic is expected to propel the growth of the in-flight catering services market. In recent years, the number of people who travel by plane has skyrocketed. This indicates that a large number of individuals can now afford to travel by plane. The changing lifestyle coupled with increasing disposable income has triggered the increase in air travel demand for leisure and business purposes. In-flight catering has become important for travelers, especially for network carriers serving long distances. For instance, in January 2024, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a US-based trade association of the global airline industry, in 2023, the total traffic in air travel rose 36.9% compared to 2022. Also, in December 2023, international traffic saw a 24.2% increase compared to December 2022, while domestic traffic grew by 27.0% over the previous year. Therefore, increasing air traffic is driving the growth of the in-flight catering services market.
What are the major segments of the in-flight catering services market?
The in-flight catering services market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Aircraft Seating Class: Economy Class, Business Class, First Class
2) By Source: In-house, Outsource
3) By Flight Type: Full Service Carriers, Low Cost Carriers
4) By Food Type: Meal, Bakery and confectionery, Beverage, Other Types
Subsegments:
1) By Economy Class: Meal Options (Standard, Vegetarian, Special Dietary), Snack And Beverage Services, In-Flight Entertainment Snacks
2) By Business Class: Gourmet Meal Options, Premium Snack And Beverage Selection, On-Demand Meal Service
3) By First Class: Fine Dining Experience, Customizable Meal Options, Exclusive Beverages And Snacks, In-Flight Chef Services
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Which companies dominate the in-flight catering services market?
Major companies operating in the in-flight catering services market include Korean Air Catering Co. Ltd., Japan Airlines Catering Service Co. Ltd., Cathay Pacific Catering Services Ltd., Emirates Flight Catering LLC, Newrest Group Services SAS, Ethiopian Airlines Catering Services, Singapore Airport Terminal Services Ltd., Flying Food Group LLC, DO & CO Luftfahrt-Catering Service GmbH & Co. KG, Servair S.A., EgyptAir In-Flight Services, Bahrain Airport Services Co. (BAS), Air Culinaire Worldwide Inc., Air Fayre Ltd., Abby’s Catering Ltd., Gate Gourmet Ltd., Journey Group plc, LSG Group GmbH & Co. KG, All Nippon Airways Catering Service Co. Ltd., AAS Catering (Air Atlanta Catering), KLM Catering Services Amsterdam B.V., Saudi Airlines Catering Company (SACC), Royal In-Flight Catering A/S, TajSATS Ltd., Aerofood Catering Services Ltd., Dubai National Air Transport Authority Catering, Airport Catering Services (ACS), TUI Catering Ltd., Eurest Catering Ltd., Turkish Airlines Catering services
How will evolving trends contribute to the growth of the in-flight catering services market?
Many companies operating in the in-flight catering services market are innovating advanced services, such as pre-purchase meal options, to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline meal selection for passengers. Pre-Purchase Meal Options Service refers to a system that allows airline passengers to select and pay for their meals before their flight. For instance, in March 2022, Icelandair, an Iceland-based airline company introduced a Pre-Purchase Meal Options service. The pre-purchase menu includes a range of options such as three-course meals featuring Icelandic and Mediterranean flavors, smorrebrod open sandwiches, vegan and keto meals, and popular items like the ham and cheese baguette. This service is available for economy-class travelers on routes between Iceland and Europe, as well as between Iceland and North America. This variety caters to different tastes and dietary needs, ensuring passengers have satisfying meal choices during their journey.
What are the key regional dynamics of the in-flight catering services market, and which region leads in market share?
The countries covered in the in-flight catering services market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
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In-flight catering services are used to feed passengers packaged Food & Beverages while in flight. Flight catering service refers to an airline meal, airline food, or in-flight meal. These catering services provide highly specialized skills, technology, and quality-oriented food catering for airline passengers. These meals are prepared by catering companies.
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