Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Overview
According to SPER Market Research, the Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market is estimated to reach USD 1.12 billion by 2033 with a CAGR of 4.34%.
In-flight food services enhance the travel experience by offering passengers enjoyable and memorable meals. These meals, served on commercial airliners, are provided by specialized airline catering services and typically served using service trolleys. Advanced automation is employed in large flight kitchens to facilitate efficient meal packaging and distribution. This includes conveyor belts to regulate the pace of packaging, automated plastic wrapping of meal packages, washing equipment for cutlery and accessories, and rail systems to transport meal trolleys through various service areas. Ensuring hygiene and safety in-flight catering facilities is of utmost importance, and flight kitchens may have on-site food analysis laboratories to conduct tests that ensure compliance with food standards.
Exploring the Growth Drivers of the Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Industry.
The expansion of the economy and of the population is responsible for the increase in airline passengers and flights. The expanding middle class is boosting airline business. Low-cost airlines have also started to appear, offering reasonable rates on well-traveled routes. Tourism, business, and high-value manufacturing are some of the key activities that have a significant impact on the volume of traffic that an airport handles. Strongly commercially oriented cities, including corporate headquarters, see a rise in air travel demand. More air traffic is generated at airports with stronger connectivity since these airports provide options to a larger range of destinations. This is especially true for airports that serve as important air carrier hubs. Thus, it is anticipated that the market will be driven by the increasing number of airline passengers and non-stop flights.
What challenges does the Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market face?
There are a number of obstacles that the Middle East and Africa in-flight catering services market must overcome in order to expand and function. The aviation sector is extremely vulnerable to a number of issues, including world crises, economic upheaval, and geopolitical conflicts. These elements may have a substantial effect on airline operations, especially in-flight catering services, which may result in a decline in demand and income. Managing expenses for food sourcing, storage, shipping, and preparation is a part of in-flight catering. Maintaining competitive price while assuring quality and profitability can be difficult due to rising expenses for ingredients, labour, and logistics.
In what ways has the COVID-19 pandemic affected Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market?
The COVID-19 pandemic had a detrimental impact on the Middle East and Africa in-flight catering services market, leading to the closure of the food and beverages sector, disrupted flight schedules, logistical challenges, and a lack of testing for products. However, there are opportunities for market growth due to increasing government support and advancements in the flight food ordering system. Partnerships, acquisitions, and collaborations among market players, as well as the region's high disposable income, are expected to further drive market growth. Since the reopening of the market after COVID-19, there has been significant growth, and it is anticipated that the sector will continue to experience considerable expansion. Market players are actively working to enhance the flight catering framework, introducing innovation and advancements to meet evolving demands.
Scope of the Report:
| Report Metric | Details |
| Market size available for years | 2019-2033 |
| Base year considered | 2022 |
| Forecast period | 2023-2033 |
| Segments covered | By Food Type, By Flight Category, By Aircraft Seating Class, By Catering Type, By Flight Type
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| Regions covered | Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, U.A.E, Rest of Middle East and Africa
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| Companies Covered | AeroChef, ANA CATERING SERVICE CO.,LTD., Brahim's Holdings, Dnata, DO & CO Aktiengesellschaft, EGYPTAIR IN-FLIGHT SERVICES, Emirates Flight Catering, Flying Food Group., gategroup, Newrest, SATS Ltd., Saudi Airlines Catering, others
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Key Target Audience:
- Airlines
- Airports
- Corporate Clients and Private Jet Operators
- Passengers
- Tourism and Hospitality Industry
- Others
Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Segmentation:
1. By Food Type:
- Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Value Share and Forecast, By Food Type, 2023-2033
- Bakery
- Beverages
- Confectionary
- Convenience Food
- Meals
2. By Flight Category:
- Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Value Share and Forecast, By Flight Category, 2023-2033
- Full-Service Carriers
- Low-Cost Carriers
3. By Aircraft Seating Class:
- Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Value Share and Forecast, By Aircraft Seating Class, 2023-2033
- Business Class
- Economy Class
- First Class
4. By Catering Type:
- Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Value Share and Forecast, By Catering Type, 2023-2033
- Classic Catering
- Retail On Board
5. By Region:
- Kuwait
- Oman
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- U.A.E
- Rest of Middle East and Africa
Key Topics Covered in the Report:
- Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Size (FY’2023-FY’2033)
- Outline of Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market
- Segmentation of Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market By Food Type (Bakery, Beverages, Confectionary, Convenience Food, Meals)
- Segmentation of Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market By Flight Category (Full-Service Carriers, Low-Cost Carriers)
- Segmentation of Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market By Aircraft Seating Class (Business Class, Economy Class, First Class)
- Segmentation of Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market By Catering Type (Classic Catering, Retail On Board)
- Segmentation of Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market By Flight Type (Domestic, International)
- Statistical View of Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market
- Analysis of Growth of Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market
- Obstacles and Challenges in Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market
- Competitive Overview in the Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market
- Impact of COVID-19 and Demonetization on Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market
- Details on New Investment in Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market
- Competitive Analysis of Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market
- Key Market Players in the Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market
- SWOT Analysis of Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market
- Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Future Projections and Outlook (FY’2023-FY’2033)
- Recommendations from Analyst
1. Introduction
1.1. Scope of the report
1.2. Market segment analysis
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Research data source
2.1.1. Secondary Data
2.1.2. Primary Data
2.1.3. SPER’s internal database
2.1.4. Premium insight from KOL’s
2.2. Market size estimation
2.2.1. Top-down and Bottom-up approach
2.3. Data triangulation
3. Executive Summary
4. Market Dynamics
4.1. Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
4.1.1. Drivers
4.1.2. Restraints
4.1.3. Opportunities
4.1.4. Challenges
4.2. COVID-19 Impacts of the Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market
5. Market variable and outlook
5.1. SWOT Analysis
5.1.1. Strengths
5.1.2. Weaknesses
5.1.3. Opportunities
5.1.4. Threats
5.2. PESTEL Analysis
5.2.1. Political Landscape
5.2.2. Economic Landscape
5.2.3. Social Landscape
5.2.4. Technological Landscape
5.2.5. Environmental Landscape
5.2.6. Legal Landscape
5.3. PORTER’s Five Forces
5.3.1. Bargaining power of suppliers
5.3.2. Bargaining power of buyers
5.3.3. Threat of Substitute
5.3.4. Threat of new entrant
5.3.5. Competitive rivalry
5.4. Heat Map Analysis
6. Competitive Landscape
6.1. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type
6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market
7. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market, By Food Type (USD Million)
7.1. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Value Share and Forecast, By Food Type, 2023-2033
7.2. Bakery
7.3. Beverages
7.4. Confectionary
7.5. Convenience Food
7.6. Meals
8. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market, By Flight Category (USD Million)
8.1. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Value Share and Forecast, By Flight Category, 2023-2033
8.2. Full-Service Carriers
8.3. Low-Cost Carriers
9. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market, By Aircraft Seating Class (USD Million)
9.1. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Value Share and Forecast, By Aircraft Seating Class, 2023-2033
9.2. Business Class
9.3. Economy Class
9.4. First Class
10. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market, By Catering Type (USD Million)
10.1. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Value Share and Forecast, By Catering Type, 2023-2033
10.2. Classic Catering
10.3. Retail On Board
11. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market, By Flight Type (USD Million)
11.1. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Value Share and Forecast, By Flight Type, 2023-2033
11.2. Domestic
11.3. International
12. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Forecast, 2019-2033 (USD Million)
12.1. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Size and Market Share
13. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market, By Food Type, 2019-2033 (USD Million)
13.1. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Size and Market Share By Food Type (2019-2026)
13.2. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Size and Market Share By Food Type (2027-2033)
14. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market, By Flight Category, 2019-2033 (USD Million)
14.1. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Size and Market Share By Flight Category (2019-2026)
14.2. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Size and Market Share By Flight Category (2027-2033)
15. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market, By Aircraft Seating Class, 2019-2033 (USD Million)
15.1. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Size and Market Share By Aircraft Seating Class (2019-2026)
15.2. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Size and Market Share By Aircraft Seating Class (2027-2033)
16. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market, By Catering Type, 2019-2033 (USD Million)
16.1. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Size and Market Share By Catering Type (2019-2026)
16.2. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Size and Market Share By Catering Type (2027-2033)
17. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market, By Flight Type, 2019-2033 (USD Million)
17.1. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Size and Market Share By Flight Type (2019-2026)
17.2. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Size and Market Share By Flight Type (2027-2033)
18. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market, By Region, 2019-2033 (USD Million)
18.1. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Size and Market Share By Region (2019-2026)
18.2. Middle East and Africa In-Flight Catering Services Market Size and Market Share By Region (2027-2033)
18.3. Kuwait
18.4. Oman
18.5. Saudi Arabia
18.6. South Africa
18.7. U.A.E
18.8. Rest of Middle East and Africa
19. Company Profile
19.1. AeroChef
19.1.1. Company details
19.1.2. Financial outlook
19.1.3. Product summary
19.1.4. Recent developments
19.2. ANA CATERING SERVICE CO.,LTD.
19.2.1. Company details
19.2.2. Financial outlook
19.2.3. Product summary
19.2.4. Recent developments
19.3. Brahim's Holdings
19.3.1. Company details
19.3.2. Financial outlook
19.3.3. Product summary
19.3.4. Recent developments
19.4. Dnata
19.4.1. Company details
19.4.2. Financial outlook
19.4.3. Product summary
19.4.4. Recent developments
19.5. DO & CO Aktiengesellschaft
19.5.1. Company details
19.5.2. Financial outlook
19.5.3. Product summary
19.5.4. Recent developments
19.6. EGYPTAIR IN-FLIGHT SERVICES
19.6.1. Company details
19.6.2. Financial outlook
19.6.3. Product summary
19.6.4. Recent developments
19.7. Emirates Flight Catering
19.7.1. Company details
19.7.2. Financial outlook
19.7.3. Product summary
19.7.4. Recent developments
19.8. Flying Food Group
19.8.1. Company details
19.8.2. Financial outlook
19.8.3. Product summary
19.8.4. Recent developments
19.9. gategroup
19.9.1. Company details
19.9.2. Financial outlook
19.9.3. Product summary
19.9.4. Recent developments
19.10. Newrest
19.10.1. Company details
19.10.2. Financial outlook
19.10.3. Product summary
19.10.4. Recent developments
19.11. SATS Ltd
19.11.1. Company details
19.11.2. Financial outlook
19.11.3. Product summary
19.11.4. Recent developments
19.12. Saudi Airlines Catering
19.12.1. Company details
19.12.2. Financial outlook
19.12.3. Product summary
19.12.4. Recent developments
19.13. Others
20. List of Abbreviations
21. Reference Links
22. Conclusion
23. Research Scope