PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1363522
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1363522
The global food technology market size is anticipated to reach USD 354.94 billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc.. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.9% from 2023 to 2030. Food tech solutions use technology across applications in the food supply chain to improve the quality and efficiency of food supply chain processes. Technology adoption, such as automation, provides benefits like improved quality control and food waste reduction. The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic prompted businesses in the food & beverage industry to adopt automation and advanced technologies to address challenges such as labor shortages and supply chain disruptions. Moreover, lockdowns and social distancing norms significantly increased online food ordering.
Governments are undertaking initiatives and investing in the research and development of advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI). For instance, in June 2023, the UK's Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DIST) announced a series of investments worth USD 68.5 million for AI research. Such initiatives will likely boost innovation and automation across the food supply chain. The food & beverage industry can use AI for various applications, such as predictive management, automated packaging, and monitoring. Hence, the market will likely experience significant growth with growing investments in technology development.
Based on component, the market is divided into hardware, software, and services segments. Hardware solutions include self-ordering kiosks and cooking robots, among others. The need to improve efficiency across the food value chain by using automation is driving the segment's growth. Based on application, the market is divided into food science, kitchen & restaurant tech, delivery, supply chain, and others segments. Food science includes new food ingredients and product development using food tech solutions. The rising demand for alternative proteins is driving the food science segment's growth.
The market players are partnering with restaurant chains and co-developing innovative food tech solutions. For instance, in July 2023, Donatos Pizza, a U.S.-based pizza delivery franchise, along with Agape Automation and Grote Company, Inc., Donatos Pizza's sister companies, announced that they are developing an automated pizza vending machine in partnership with Appetronix Inc. (SJW Robotics), a Canada-based company. The automated pizza vending machine will provide personalized recommendations and predict maintenance requirements using Artificial Intelligence (AI). The companies aimed to improve the quality, accuracy, and service, making it convenient for customers to order from Donatos Pizza.
The key players in the market are adopting different strategies such as mergers & acquisitions, product launches, partnerships & collaboration, and others to expand their presence and market share. In December 2022, Duravant, a U.S.-based food processing equipment provider, announced the acquisition of Marelec Food Technologies, a Belgium-based company. Marelec Food Technologies designs and manufactures high-technology weighing, portioning, and control systems for the food industry. With this acquisition, Duravant aimed to expand its food processing portfolio and improve its offerings for its customers.