In-flight Catering Services Market - By Aircraft Seating Class (Economy-class, Business-class, First-class), By Source (In-house, Outsource), By Food Type (Meal, Bakery & Confectionery, Beverages) & Forecast, 2021-2027
Published Date: February - 2025 | Publisher: MRA | No of Pages: 240 | Industry: Aerospace | Format: Report available in PDF / Excel Format
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In-flight Catering Services Market - By Aircraft Seating Class (Economy-class, Business-class, First-class), By Source (In-house, Outsource), By Food Type (Meal, Bakery & Confectionery, Beverages) & Forecast, 2021-2027
In-flight Catering Services Market Size
In-Flight Catering Services Market size exceeded USD 8.89 billion in 2020 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of over 6.1% from 2021 to 2027.
The proliferating global demand for commercial aircraft coupled with increasing air traffic, particularly in the APAC region is likely to bolster the market growth during the forecast period.
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The key reasons behind the growth of air travel include favorable trends associated with Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and low air travel costs. Increasing disposable incomes coupled with changing lifestyles will trigger the air travel demand for business & leisure purposes. Over the past few years, air travel costs are declining due to a high degree of competition among airlines and increasing operating efficiency of airlines.
Sure, here is a human-like rewrite of the text, keeping the meaning intactThe airline catering industry is facing some challenges that could slow its growth in the coming years. Strict new rules on what food and drinks can be served on planes could make it harder for airlines to offer the variety and quality of food that passengers expect. The COVID-19 pandemic has also had a big impact on the airline catering industry. When governments around the world locked down their countries and restricted travel, airlines were forced to cancel flights and lay off workers. This led to a sharp drop in demand for airline catering services. Now that travel restrictions are starting to ease, the airline catering industry is expected to start to recover. However, it will take some time for the industry to get back to its pre-pandemic levels. In the meantime, the industry will need to adapt to the new challenges it faces, such as the stricter rules on food and drinks.
| Report Attribute | Details |
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| Base Year | 2020 |
| In-flight Catering Services Market Size in 2020 | 8,893.1 Million (USD) |
| Forecast Period | 2021 to 2027 |
| Forecast Period 2021 to 2027 CAGR | 6.1% |
| 2027 Value Projection | 21,758.4 Million (USD) |
| Historical Data for | 2017 to 2020 |
| No. of Pages | 140 |
| Tables, Charts & Figures | 150 |
| Segments covered | Aircraft seating class, Source, Food Type, Region |
| Growth Drivers |
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| Pitfalls & Challenges |
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In-flight Catering Services Market Analysis
The economy class segment dominated more than 60% of the market share in 2020 led by the growing consumer preference toward economy class for short to medium haul travel distance. APAC has reported an increase in number of disposable income and middle-class population over past few years, fueling the demand for economy class aircraft seating in the industry.
As airlines and private jets soar through the skies, they'll increasingly rely on external companies to provide their passengers with mouthwatering meals. This outsourcing segment of the in-flight catering market is projected to reach a staggering $16 billion by 2027. Why? Because it's just so convenient! Airlines can choose from a vast menu of cuisines and dishes, tantalizing passengers' taste buds with delights from around the globe. Plus, outsourcing gives airlines peace of mind, as these companies handle all the nitty-gritty details related to food safety and hygiene. In addition, many major airlines have secured partnerships with trusted in-flight caterers. These agreements ensure that passengers can consistently enjoy high-quality meals during their journeys, further boosting the demand for outsourced food products.
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Meal segment captured 45% of the revenue share in 2020. In-flight meals vary according to size, quality, and cost across airlines, classes, and flight lengths. Proper menu design and preparation process are followed by incorporation of safety measures. Airline kitchens prepare meals in kitchens on land and flight attendants reheat these meals and serve them to passengers. Proper attention to cooking methods is given to maintain aroma, color, flavor, and appearance of ingredients. Additionally, airlines are offering a variety of meals and including continental dishes to attract customers.
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Asia Pacific in-flight catering services market was significantly affected by COVID-19 pandemic and was valued at over USD 3 billion in 2020 impelled by the rising population, increasing disposable income levels, and supportive government policies. Countries including China and India are investing huge amounts of money on airport infrastructure projects. Apart from these two, various countries including Vietnam, Colombia, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines are poised to be fast growing countries for air passenger travel. Favorable trends associated with the airline industry will foster the regional growth.
According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), in 2016, the number of air travelers was around 3.8 billion, and it will increase up to 7.2 billion by 2035. The growth will be spearheaded by the Asia Pacific region and it will be the fastest-growing region, in terms of air passenger traffic growth, in the future. According to the Airports Council International’s (ACI) Annual World Airport Traffic Forecasts 2017 – 2040, APAC will contribute nearly 39% of international passenger traffic growth between 2017 and 2040.
Hey there! Listen up, because the air travel scene in North America is about to take off! Over the next few years, the number of folks hopping on planes in North America is expected to grow by a solid 5% every year. And get thisinternational travel is going to skyrocket by a whopping 8.4% between now and 2040. To keep up with all these extra flyers, the U.S. government has been doling out some serious cash. They've already given out nearly half a billion dollars in grants to airports across the country. That's like 327 different airports in 46 states and even some islands in the Pacific! All this airport money is going towards making sure we have enough runways, gates, and other fancy stuff to handle all the people who want to fly. And it's not just a pipe dream; we actually need more planes to keep up with the growing number of passengers. So, get ready for some new wings in the sky!
In-flight Catering Services Market Share
Some of the key players functioning in the in-flight catering service market are
- Gate Gourmet
- Saudi Airlines Catering
- LSG Group
- Dnata
- Servair
- Goddard Catering Group
- Newrest Catering
- Royal Holdings
- Journey Group PLC
- DO & CO
- SATS Ltd
- Emirates Flight Catering
- ANA Catering Service Co. Ltd.
Strategic partnerships and acquisitions are the key strategies opted by the key industry participants to bolster their position in the market.
The in-flight catering services market report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue in USD Million from 2017 to 2027 for the following segments
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Market, By Aircraft Seating Class
- Economy class
- Business class
- First class
Market, By Source
- In-house
- Outsource
Market, By Food Type
- Meal
- Bakery & confectionery
- Beverages
- Others
The above information is provided on a country basis for the following
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Spain
- Italy
- Netherlands
- Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Qatar
Table of Content
Report Content
Chapter 1 Methodology and Scope
1.1 Market definition
1.2 Base estimation & working
1.3 Forecast calculations
1.4 Data sources
1.4.1 Primary
1.4.2 Secondary
1.4.2.1 Paid sources
1.4.2.2 Public sources
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
2.1 In-flight catering services industry 360° synopsis, 2017 - 2027
2.1.1 Business trends
2.1.2 Aircraft seating class trends
2.1.3 Source trends
2.1.4 Food type trends
2.1.5 Regional trends
Chapter 3 In-flight Catering Services Industry Insights
3.1 Industry segmentation
3.2 Industry landscape, 2017 – 2027
3.2.1 Impact of COVID-19 on market estimates & forecast
3.3 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.3.1 Vendor matrix
3.3.1.1 List of key service providers
3.3.1.2 List of key/potential customers
3.4 In-flight catering process
3.5 Industry impact forces
3.5.1 Growth drivers
3.5.2 Industry pitfalls & challenges
3.6 Industry megatrends
3.7 Impact of COVID-19 on airline industry, by region
3.7.1 North America
3.7.2 Europe
3.7.3 Asia Pacific (APAC)
3.7.4 Latin America (LATAM)
3.7.5 Middle East & Africa (MEA)
3.8 Competitive landscape, 2020
3.8.1 Company market share, 2020
3.8.2 Strategy dashboard
3.9 Regulatory landscape
3.10 Future trends
3.11 Patent analysis
3.12 Growth potential analysis
3.13 Porter’s analysis
3.13.1 Supplier power
3.13.2 Buyer power
3.13.3 Threat of new entrants
3.13.4 Threat of substitutes
3.13.5 Industry rivalry
3.14 PESTEL analysis
Chapter 4 In-flight Catering Services Market, By Aircraft Seating Class
4.1 Global in-flight catering services market aircraft seating class insights
4.2 Economy class
4.2.1 Global market estimates and forecasts, 2017 - 2027
4.2.2 Market estimates and forecast, by region, 2017 - 2027
4.3 Business class
4.3.1 Global market estimates and forecasts, 2017 - 2027
4.3.2 Market estimates and forecast, by region, 2017 - 2027
4.4 First class
4.4.1 Global market estimates and forecasts, 2017 - 2027
4.4.2 Market estimates and forecast, by region, 2017 - 2027
Chapter 5 In-flight Catering Services Market, By Source
5.1 Global in-flight catering services market source insights
5.2 In-house
5.2.1 Global market estimates and forecasts, 2017 - 2027
5.2.2 Market estimates and forecast, by region, 2017 - 2027
5.3 Outsource
5.3.1 Global market estimates and forecasts, 2017 - 2027
5.3.2 Market estimates and forecast, by region, 2017 - 2027
Chapter 6 In-flight Catering Services Market, By Food Type
6.1 Global in-flight catering services market food type insights
6.2 Meals
6.2.1 Global market estimates and forecasts, 2017 - 2027
6.2.2 Market estimates and forecast, by region, 2017 - 2027
6.3 Bakery & confectionery
6.3.1 Global market estimates and forecasts, 2017 - 2027
6.3.2 Market estimates and forecast, by region, 2017 - 2027
6.4 Beverages
6.4.1 Global market estimates and forecasts, 2017 - 2027
6.4.2 Market estimates and forecast, by region, 2017 - 2027
6.5 Others
6.5.1 Global market estimates and forecasts, 2017 - 2027
6.5.2 Market estimates and forecast, by region, 2017 - 2027
Chapter 7 In-flight Catering Services Market, By Region
7.1 Global in-flight catering services market regional insights
7.2 North America
7.2.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.2.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.2.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.2.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.2.5 U.S.
7.2.5.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.2.5.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.2.5.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.2.5.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.2.6 Canada
7.2.6.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.2.6.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.2.6.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.2.6.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.3 Europe
7.3.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.3.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.3.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.3.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.3.5 Germany
7.3.5.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.3.5.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.3.5.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.3.5.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.3.6 UK
7.3.6.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.3.6.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.3.6.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.3.6.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.3.7 France
7.3.7.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.3.7.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.3.7.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.3.7.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.3.8 Spain
7.3.8.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.3.8.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.3.8.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.3.8.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.3.9 Italy
7.3.9.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.3.9.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.3.9.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.3.9.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.3.10 Netherlands
7.3.10.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.3.10.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.3.10.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.3.10.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.4 Asia Pacific
7.4.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.4.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.4.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.4.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.4.5 China
7.4.5.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.4.5.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.4.5.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.4.5.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.4.6 India
7.4.6.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.4.6.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.4.6.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.4.6.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.4.7 Japan
7.4.7.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.4.7.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.4.7.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.4.7.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.4.8 South Korea
7.4.8.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.4.8.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.4.8.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.4.8.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.4.9 Indonesia
7.4.9.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.4.9.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.4.9.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.4.9.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.4.10 Malaysia
7.4.10.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.4.10.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.4.10.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.4.10.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.5 Latin America
7.5.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.5.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.5.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.5.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.5.5 Brazil
7.5.5.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.5.5.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.5.5.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.5.5.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.5.6 Mexico
7.5.6.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.5.6.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.5.6.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.5.6.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.6 Middle East & Africa
7.6.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.6.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.6.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.6.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.6.5 South Africa
7.6.5.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.6.5.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.6.5.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.6.5.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.6.6 UAE
7.6.6.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.6.6.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.6.6.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.6.6.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.6.7 Saudi Arabia
7.6.7.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.6.7.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.6.7.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.6.7.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
7.6.8 Qatar
7.6.8.1 Market estimates and forecast, 2017 - 2027
7.6.8.2 Market estimates and forecast by aircraft seating class, 2017 - 2027
7.6.8.3 Market estimates and forecast by source, 2017 - 2027
7.6.8.4 Market estimates and forecast by food type, 2017 - 2027
Chapter 8 Company Profiles
8.1 Dnata
8.1.1 Business Overview
8.1.2 Financial Data
8.1.3 Product Landscape
8.1.4 Strategic Outlook
8.1.5 SWOT Analysis
8.2 Saudi Airlines Catering
8.2.1 Business Overview
8.2.2 Financial Data
8.2.3 Product Landscape
8.2.4 Strategic Outlook
8.2.5 SWOT Analysis
8.3 Gate Gourmet
8.3.1 Business Overview
8.3.2 Financial Data
8.3.3 Product Landscape
8.3.4 Strategic Outlook
8.3.5 SWOT Analysis
8.4 LSG Group
8.4.1 Business Overview
8.4.2 Financial Data
8.4.3 Product Landscape
8.4.4 Strategic Outlook
8.4.5 SWOT Analysis
8.5 Servair
8.5.1 Business Overview
8.5.2 Financial Data
8.5.3 Product Landscape
8.5.4 Strategic Outlook
8.5.5 SWOT Analysis
8.6 Journey Group PLC
8.6.1 Business Overview
8.6.2 Financial Data
8.6.3 Product Landscape
8.6.4 Strategic Outlook
8.6.5 SWOT Analysis
8.7 Newrest Catering
8.7.1 Business Overview
8.7.2 Financial Data
8.7.3 Product Landscape
8.7.4 Strategic Outlook
8.7.5 SWOT Analysis
8.8 SATS Ltd
8.8.1 Business Overview
8.8.2 Financial Data
8.8.3 Product Landscape
8.8.4 Strategic Outlook
8.8.5 SWOT Analysis
8.9 DO & CO
8.9.1 Business Overview
8.9.2 Financial Data
8.9.3 Product Landscape
8.9.4 Strategic Outlook
8.9.5 SWOT Analysis
8.10 Emirates Flight Catering
8.10.1 Business Overview
8.10.2 Financial Data
8.10.3 Product Landscape
8.10.4 Strategic Outlook
8.10.5 SWOT Analysis
8.11 Royal Holdings
8.11.1 Business Overview
8.11.2 Financial Data
8.11.3 Product Landscape
8.11.4 Strategic Outlook
8.11.5 SWOT Analysis
8.12 ANA Catering Service Co. Ltd
8.12.1 Business Overview
8.12.2 Financial Data
8.12.3 Product Landscape
8.12.4 Strategic Outlook
8.12.5 SWOT Analysis
8.13 Goddard Catering Group
8.13.1 Business Overview
8.13.2 Financial Data
8.13.3 Product Landscape
8.13.4 Strategic Outlook
8.13.5 SWOT Analysis
8.14 Cathay Pacific
8.14.1 Business Overview
8.14.2 Financial Data
8.14.3 Product Landscape
8.14.4 Strategic Outlook
8.14.5 SWOT Analysis
- Gate Gourmet
- Saudi Airlines Catering
- LSG Group
- Dnata
- Servair
- Goddard Catering Group
- Newrest Catering
- Royal Holdings
- Journey Group PLC
- DO & CO
- SATS Ltd
- Emirates Flight Catering
- ANA Catering Service Co. Ltd.
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