Market overview
The global airline catering equipment market is worth USD 4.4 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 7.9 bn by 2036, growing at a 6.0% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Galley inserts and ovens is the largest by product segment.
| Scope | Galley inserts, trolleys, ovens, containers and ground catering vehicles used to prepare, load and serve meals on commercial aircraft. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Travel and Tourism |
| Value 2025 | USD 4.2 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 4.4 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 7.9 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 6.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 621 thousand units |
| Volume 2036 | 912 thousand units |
| Average price 2026 | USD 7,140 per unit |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Airline Catering Equipment market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 4.4 bn |
| 2027 | USD 4.7 bn |
| 2028 | USD 5.0 bn |
| 2029 | USD 5.3 bn |
| 2030 | USD 5.6 bn |
| 2031 | USD 5.9 bn |
| 2032 | USD 6.3 bn |
| 2033 | USD 6.7 bn |
| 2034 | USD 7.1 bn |
| 2035 | USD 7.5 bn |
| 2036 | USD 7.9 bn |
Airline Catering Equipment market segmentation
By product
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galley inserts and ovens | 30.0% | 31.0% | USD 1.3 bn | 6.3% |
| Trolleys and carts | 22.0% | 20.7% | USD 975 mn | 5.3% |
| Containers and boxes | 18.0% | 17.7% | USD 798 mn | 5.8% |
| High-loader catering vehicles | 18.0% | 16.9% | USD 798 mn | 5.3% |
| Beverage and coffee makers | 12.0% | 13.6% | USD 532 mn | 7.4% |
By aircraft
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Narrow-body | 48.0% | 47.9% | USD 2.1 bn | 6.0% |
| Wide-body | 42.0% | 43.9% | USD 1.9 bn | 6.5% |
| Regional and business | 10.0% | 8.2% | USD 443 mn | 4.0% |
By buyer type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full service airlines | 52.0% | 48.0% | USD 2.3 bn | 5.2% |
| Low cost carriers | 21.0% | 25.0% | USD 931 mn | 7.9% |
| Catering service providers | 27.0% | 27.0% | USD 1.2 bn | 6.0% |
By material
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminium | 44.0% | 38.0% | USD 1.9 bn | 4.5% |
| Composite and plastic | 31.0% | 36.0% | USD 1.4 bn | 7.6% |
| Stainless steel | 25.0% | 26.0% | USD 1.1 bn | 6.4% |
By fit type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New aircraft line fit | 34.0% | 35.0% | USD 1.5 bn | 6.3% |
| Retrofit and cabin upgrade | 38.0% | 38.0% | USD 1.7 bn | 6.0% |
| Spare parts and repairs | 28.0% | 27.0% | USD 1.2 bn | 5.6% |
Top 25 countries for airline catering equipment by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 77.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 93.5%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 975 mn | 22.0% | USD 1.5 bn | 4.6% |
| 2 | China | USD 620 mn | 14.0% | USD 1.3 bn | 8.1% |
| 3 | Germany | USD 310 mn | 7.0% | USD 484 mn | 4.5% |
| 4 | United Arab Emirates | USD 310 mn | 7.0% | USD 619 mn | 7.2% |
| 5 | United Kingdom | USD 266 mn | 6.0% | USD 421 mn | 4.7% |
| 6 | France | USD 222 mn | 5.0% | USD 349 mn | 4.7% |
| 7 | Japan | USD 222 mn | 5.0% | USD 333 mn | 4.2% |
| 8 | Singapore | USD 177 mn | 4.0% | USD 317 mn | 6.0% |
| 9 | India | USD 177 mn | 4.0% | USD 444 mn | 9.6% |
| 10 | Turkey | USD 133 mn | 3.0% | USD 254 mn | 6.7% |
| 11 | Canada | USD 75 mn | 1.7% | USD 125 mn | 5.2% |
| 12 | Brazil | USD 71 mn | 1.6% | USD 143 mn | 7.2% |
| 13 | Spain | USD 68 mn | 1.5% | USD 112 mn | 5.1% |
| 14 | Italy | USD 64 mn | 1.4% | USD 106 mn | 5.2% |
| 15 | South Korea | USD 60 mn | 1.4% | USD 120 mn | 7.1% |
| 16 | Netherlands | USD 56 mn | 1.3% | USD 94 mn | 5.2% |
| 17 | Saudi Arabia | USD 53 mn | 1.2% | USD 105 mn | 7.1% |
| 18 | Qatar | USD 49 mn | 1.1% | USD 98 mn | 7.2% |
| 19 | Thailand | USD 45 mn | 1.0% | USD 90 mn | 7.2% |
| 20 | Australia | USD 41 mn | 0.9% | USD 68 mn | 5.2% |
| 21 | Malaysia | USD 38 mn | 0.8% | USD 75 mn | 7.2% |
| 22 | Ireland | USD 34 mn | 0.8% | USD 67 mn | 7.2% |
| 23 | Mexico | USD 30 mn | 0.7% | USD 60 mn | 7.2% |
| 24 | Switzerland | USD 26 mn | 0.6% | USD 44 mn | 5.3% |
| 25 | Russia | USD 23 mn | 0.5% | USD 37 mn | 5.1% |
| Rest of world | USD 286 mn | 6.5% | USD 489 mn | 5.5% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Collins Aerospace
- Safran
- Jamco
- Diehl Aviation
- JBT Corporation
- Sell GmbH
- TLD Group
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Mallaghan
- Aerolux
- Bucher Leichtbau
- Trepel
- Weihai Guangtai Airport Equipment
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Tronair
- Cobus Industries
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the airline catering equipment market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 6.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by product, by aircraft, by buyer type, by material, by fit type. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the airline catering equipment market?
The global airline catering equipment market is estimated at USD 4.2 bn in 2025 and USD 4.4 bn in 2026.
How fast will the airline catering equipment market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 7.9 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 6.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 3.5 bn.
Which country is the largest market for airline catering equipment?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 975 mn in 2026, 22.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 43.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 9.6% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which airline catering equipment segment is largest?
In the by product split, Galley inserts and ovens is the largest segment with 30.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading airline catering equipment companies?
Global leaders include Collins Aerospace, Safran, Jamco, Diehl Aviation.
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