UAE Catering Services Market Introduction and Overview
According to SPER Market Research, the UAE Catering Services Market is estimated to reach USD 6,222.69 million by 2033 with a CAGR of 6.94%.
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the UAE Catering Services Market, including market size and trends, product mix, applications, and supplier analysis. Catering services provide food for a variety of events, including weddings, corporate meetings, celebrations, and conferences. These services are also widely used at colleges, schools, and business workplaces, whether through in-house cooking staff or a third-party provider. Catering services comprise a variety of applications and equipment, including basic cooking items, refrigeration, storage and handling, serving, food preparation, and sanitation.
- December 2022: Americana Restaurants relaunched Wimpy, a burger brand, in the UAE market. Wimpy's new location is planned to adopt the unique robotic solution as part of the restaurant's goal of becoming the Middle East's first tech burger brand. Flippy 2 is a robotics solution that automates a range of restaurant cooking chores while improving consistency and precision at the fry station.
- June 2022: Miso Robotics, a US-based firm that has been revolutionising the restaurant business through robotics and intelligent automation, announced a cooperation with Americana Restaurants, the master franchisee for KFC, Pizza Hut, Hardee's, Krispy Kreme, and other brands in the MENA area.
Market Opportunities and Challenges
Opportunities-
Growing Need for Corporate Catering Services:
Due to their many benefits, including hassle-free meal planning, time and cost savings, a variety of cuisines, menu customisations, etc., catering services are in great demand in the corporate sector. The need for catering services in the corporate sector has increased as a result of the growing infrastructure development, including the creation of new offices.
Growing air traffic would accelerate demand for in-flight catering services. The growing air traffic in the UAE as a result of the increasing number of tourists due to the presence of numerous tourist locations such as the Burj Khalifa, Sheikh Zayed, the world archipelago, and so on, as well as the rise in business travels, has increased demand for aircraft fleet size. As a result, to meet the growing number of air passengers, airlines are extending their fleet sizes, increasing demand for in-flight catering services.
Challenges- The UAE catering services sector has significant challenges due to the country's unique cultural landscape. Meeting the dietary tastes and religious requirements of a diverse population, particularly Muslims who follow halal dietary standards, is a difficult undertaking. Caterers must handle complex culinary regulations while preserving quality and variety. To guarantee compliance with this constraint, careful planning, ingredient sourcing, and kitchen segregation are required. Balancing cultural sensitivities while providing a great culinary experience is an ongoing challenge for catering firms in the UAE market.
Market Competitive Landscape
The UAE catering services sector is extremely competitive. Major players in the market include: Emirates Flight Catering Company LLC, Royal Catering Services LLC, Al Jazeera International Catering LLC, Baguette Catering Services & Restaurants LLC, Abela & Co LLC, Al Yasat Catering And Restaurant Supplies, E P D Catering Co. LLC, Four N Catering – Sole Proprietorship LLC, Eat & Treat Catering Services LLC, Kelvin Catering Services & Facilities Management Emirates LLC, ADNH Compass Middle East LLC, National Catering Services and Foodstuff.
Scope of the Report:
| Report Metric | Details |
| Market size available for years | 2020-2033 |
| Base year considered | 2023 |
| Forecast period | 2024-2033 |
| Segments covered | By Service Type, By End User
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| Regions covered | Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al-Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah
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| Companies Covered | Emirates Flight Catering Company LLC, Royal Catering Services LLC, Al Jazeera International Catering LLC, Baguette Catering Services & Restaurants LLC, Abela & Co LLC, Al Yasat Catering And Restaurant Supplies, E P D Catering Co. LLC, Four N Catering – Sole Proprietorship LLC, Eat & Treat Catering Services LLC, Kelvin Catering Services & Facilities Management Emirates LLC, ADNH Compass Middle East LLC, National Catering Services and Foodstuff.
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COVID-19 Impact on UAE Catering Services Market
The COVID-19 epidemic had a huge influence on the UAE catering services business. Lockdowns, travel restrictions, and event cancellations caused a significant drop in demand for catering services, particularly for big gatherings and corporate events. Businesses adapted by prioritising contactless delivery, hygiene controls, and novel packaging. Virtual events have fueled a trend towards online ordering and individual meal packaging. As the UAE gradually reopens, the catering industry demonstrates resilience by offering diverse services while emphasising safety precautions. The market's revival depends on responding to changing customer tastes and government regulations while maintaining food safety and quality.
Key Target Audience:
- Corporate Offices
- Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities
- Educational Institutions
- Hotels and Resorts
- Events and Conferences
- Airlines and Airports
- Industrial and Construction Sites
- Government Institutions
- Private Households
- Wedding and Party Planners
Our in-depth analysis of the UAE Catering Services Market includes the following segments:
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By Service Type:
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Contractual Catering
Non-Contractual Catering
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By End User:
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In-Flight Catering
Oil & Gas Catering
Hospitality Catering
Healthcare Catering
Education Catering
Corporate Catering
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Key Topics Covered in the Report:
- UAE Catering Services Market Size (FY’2024-FY’2033)
- Overview of UAE Catering Services Market
- Segmentation of UAE Catering Services Market by Service Type (Contractual Catering, Non-Contractual Catering)
- Segmentation of UAE Catering Services Market by End User (In-Flight Catering, Oil & Gas Catering, Hospitality Catering, Healthcare Catering, Education Catering, Corporate Catering)
- Statistical Snap of UAE Catering Services Market
- Expansion Analysis of UAE Catering Services Market
- Problems and Obstacles in UAE Catering Services Market
- Competitive Landscape in the UAE Catering Services Market
- Impact of COVID-19 and Demonetization on UAE Catering Services Market
- Details on Current Investment in UAE Catering Services Market
- Competitive Analysis of UAE Catering Services Market
- Prominent Players in the UAE Catering Services Market
- SWOT Analysis of UAE Catering Services Market
- UAE Catering Services Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY’2024-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 UAE 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. UAE Catering Services Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type
6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in UAE Catering Services Market
7. UAE Catering Services Market, By Service Type (USD Million) 2020-2033
7.1. UAE Catering Services Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Service Type, 2020-2026
7.2. UAE Catering Services Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Service Type, 2027-2033
7.3. Contractual Catering
7.4. Non-Contractual Catering
8. UAE Catering Services Market, By End User (USD Million) 2020-2033
8.1. UAE Catering Services Market Size, Share and Forecast, By End User, 2020-2026
8.2. UAE Catering Services Market Size, Share and Forecast, By End User, 2027-2033
8.3. In-Flight Catering
8.4. Oil & Gas Catering
8.5. Hospitality Catering
8.6. Healthcare Catering
8.7. Education Catering
8.8. Corporate Catering
9. UAE Catering Services Market Forecast, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
9.1. UAE Catering Services Market Size and Market Share
10. UAE Catering Services Market, By Region, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
10.1. UAE Catering Services Market Size and Market Share By Region (2020-2026)
10.2. UAE Catering Services Market Size and Market Share By Region (2027-2033)
10.3. Abu Dhabi
10.4. Dubai
10.5. Sharjah
10.6. Ajman
10.7. Umm Al-Quwain
10.8. Ras Al Khaimah
10.9. Fujairah
11. Company Profile
11.1. Emirates Flight Catering Company LLC
11.1.1. Company details
11.1.2. Financial outlook
11.1.3. Product summary
11.1.4. Recent developments
11.2. Royal Catering Services LLC
11.2.1. Company details
11.2.2. Financial outlook
11.2.3. Product summary
11.2.4. Recent developments
11.3. Al Jazeera International Catering LLC
11.3.1. Company details
11.3.2. Financial outlook
11.3.3. Product summary
11.3.4. Recent developments
11.4. Baguette Catering Services & Restaurants LLC
11.4.1. Company details
11.4.2. Financial outlook
11.4.3. Product summary
11.4.4. Recent developments
11.5. Abela & Co LLC
11.5.1. Company details
11.5.2. Financial outlook
11.5.3. Product summary
11.5.4. Recent developments
11.6. Al Yasat Catering And Restaurant Supplies
11.6.1. Company details
11.6.2. Financial outlook
11.6.3. Product summary
11.6.4. Recent developments
11.7. E P D Catering Co LLC
11.7.1. Company details
11.7.2. Financial outlook
11.7.3. Product summary
11.7.4. Recent developments
11.8. Four N Catering – Sole Proprietorship LLC
11.8.1. Company details
11.8.2. Financial outlook
11.8.3. Product summary
11.8.4. Recent developments
11.9. Eat & Treat Catering Services LLC
11.9.1. Company details
11.9.2. Financial outlook
11.9.3. Product summary
11.9.4. Recent developments
11.10. Kelvin Catering Services & Facilities Management Emirates LLC
11.10.1. Company details
11.10.2. Financial outlook
11.10.3. Product summary
11.10.4. Recent developments
11.11. ADNH Compass Middle East LLC
11.11.1. Company details
11.11.2. Financial outlook
11.11.3. Product summary
11.11.4. Recent developments
11.12. National Catering Services and Foodstuff
11.12.1. Company details
11.12.2. Financial outlook
11.12.3. Product summary
11.12.4. Recent developments
11.13. Others
12. Conclusion
13. List of Abbreviations
14. Reference Links