Foodservice Equipment Industry Share Poised for 6.2% CAGR Through 2035 - APAC, Europe, USA, and Saudi Arabia See Surging Demand in Hotels

The global foodservice equipment market is set for a robust expansion, with its valuation expected to climb from USD 46 billion in 2025 to USD 73 billion by 2035, reflecting a CAGR of 6.2%. Regional insights highlight India as the fastest-growing market, projected to expand at 7.9% CAGR, outpacing China (7%) and Japan (6.2%), while mature markets such as the United States and Germany show moderate growth of 5.1% and 4.1%, respectively.

The sector's growth is fueled by rising demand for digitally integrated, energy-efficient equipment and a steady expansion of hospitality and institutional foodservice infrastructure. Hotels dominate the end-use landscape, commanding 42.7% of the market in 2025, closely followed by quick-service restaurants (QSRs) prioritizing speed, volume, and operational efficiency.

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Key Market Drivers

• Digital and Energy-Efficient Systems: Adoption of AI-powered predictive maintenance and IoT-enabled appliances is increasing. Data from MCFT's 2025 FoodService Tech Investor Briefing indicates 74% of operators plan to prioritize IoT-integrated equipment by 2026.
• Compact and Multifunctional Designs: Equipment development focuses on space-saving, multifunctional formats for urban kitchens and cloud kitchen models, supporting high throughput in minimal footprints.
• Replacement Demand: In commercial kitchens, foodservice equipment accounts for 68% of the total commercial kitchen market, reflecting high replacement rates in restaurants and QSR chains.

Segment Highlights

• Warewashing Equipment (13.6% share): Leading product category with demand for automated dishwashing systems in hotels, healthcare facilities, and high-volume kitchens. Efficiency, labor reduction, and hygiene standards drive adoption. Winterhalter sold over 26,000 commercial dishwashers globally in 2024, while Hobart and Electrolux expanded undercounter and institutional units.
• Cloud Kitchens (12.8% share): Rapidly growing, driven by delivery-only models requiring compact, high-output equipment. Rational AG shipped 4,300+ iCombi Pro ovens in 2024, while Middleby deployed 620+ modular setups across Europe.
• Direct B2B Sales (12.8% distribution share): Increasingly preferred by hotels and institutional buyers, offering customized layouts, bundled installation, and faster service. ITW recorded 21% of annual sales via institutional direct orders.
• Stainless Steel Surfaces (42.5% share): Remain dominant due to durability, hygiene, and regulatory compliance, with Franke and Hoshizaki supplying thousands of units across Asia, the Middle East, and global markets.
• Fully Automatic Equipment (31.3% share): Adopted widely in high-volume kitchens, reducing labor by 20-30% per shift. Middleby delivered 5,100+ automated conveyor ovens in the U.S., while Ali Group deployed 2,000+ auto-cook stations in Europe.

Regional Outlook

• India (CAGR 7.9%): Driven by franchise-led QSR growth, centralized commissaries, and cloud kitchen adoption. Domestic manufacturing now covers 41% of supply, improving lead times. Fryer and dough mixer orders surged 17.9% and 22% YoY, respectively, in 2024.
• China (CAGR 7%): Growth supported by digital integration and local OEM supply chains, with 62% of equipment sourced domestically in 2024.
• United States (CAGR 5.1%): Expansion driven by QSRs and full-service restaurants, with a focus on ENERGY STAR appliances and cloud kitchen deployment.
• Germany (CAGR 4.1%): Stable demand from institutional catering and bakery chains, with modular and safety-compliant equipment dominating procurement.
• Japan (CAGR 6.2%): Compact kitchens in convenience stores, rail, and airport outlets lead adoption, with multifunctional cooking systems and warewashing units forming the core.

Competitive Landscape

The market is led by ITW Food Equipment Group (11% share), alongside Middleby Corporation, Ali Group, Hoshizaki, Welbilt, and Rational AG. Key strategies include product differentiation, proprietary systems, and strategic acquisitions, such as Middleby's 2024 acquisition of Filtration Automation Inc.

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Conclusion

The global foodservice equipment market is poised for steady growth over the next decade. India and China are emerging as high-growth markets, while innovation in automation, modularity, and digital integration continues to redefine operational efficiency for hotels, QSRs, and institutional kitchens worldwide.

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