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Commercial Refrigeration Equipment refers to a range of appliances and systems designed to maintain low temperatures for storing, displaying, and transporting perishable goods in commercial settings. This equipment is crucial for industries such as food service, retail, and pharmaceuticals, where temperature control is essential for product safety and quality.
The primary product types of commercial refrigeration equipment include refrigerators & freezers, transportation refrigeration, refrigerated display cases, beverage refrigeration, ice cream merchandisers, and refrigerated vending machines. Beverage refrigeration involves a refrigerated storage area designed to cool beverages, utilizing either a vehicle's air conditioning system or a separate phase-cooling system. The refrigerant types used in these systems include fluorocarbons, hydrocarbons, and inorganics. Various applications for commercial refrigeration equipment include usage in hotels & restaurants, supermarkets & hypermarkets, convenience stores, and bakeries.
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The commercial refrigeration equipment market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $56.98 billion in 2024 to $58.5 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to introduction of mechanical refrigeration, rise of food retail chains, advent of commercial ice machines, expansion of cold storage facilities, innovation in display cases.
The commercial refrigeration equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $71.62 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to demand from emerging markets, market digitization, rising demand for energy-efficient solutions, adoption of low-gwp refrigerants, smart cooling solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include focus on sustainable practices, rise in cold chain logistics, remote and off-grid solutions, urbanization and small format stores, modularity and flexibility.
The surge in consumer demand for frozen and chilled products is expected to be a key driver for the commercial refrigeration market. This heightened preference can be attributed to evolving lifestyles, rapid urbanization, and the advantages offered by frozen items, such as extended shelf life, convenience, and time-saving in food preparation and clean-up. According to the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI), frozen food sales in the U.S. surpassed $72 billion in 2022, marking an 8.6% increase compared to the previous year. The storage of frozen and chilled products in commercial refrigerators, found in supermarkets, hypermarkets, and refrigerated trucks, necessitates robust commercial refrigeration equipment, contributing to the market's growth.
Anticipated growth in the food and beverage industry is set to drive the commercial refrigeration equipment market further. Encompassing a wide array of establishments, including restaurants, engaged in food preparation, service, and delivery, the food and beverage industry heavily relies on commercial refrigeration equipment for proper storage, preservation, and maintenance of perishable items. Notably, the U.S. restaurant industry reported $898 billion in sales in 2022, indicating a substantial increase of $166.5 billion from the previous year and underscoring the pivotal role of commercial refrigeration in supporting this industry's growth.
Companies are increasingly integrating advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, 5G, and machine learning into commercial refrigeration equipment. This integration aims to reduce electrical consumption, enhance preventive maintenance, and improve overall customer experience. Axiom Cloud, a provider of cloud-based solutions for the commercial refrigeration industry, recently introduced AI-based early leak detection software, demonstrating the industry's commitment to innovation and sustainability.
Major companies in the commercial refrigeration equipment market are prioritizing the development of innovative products, such as transport refrigeration units, to gain a competitive advantage. A transport refrigeration unit, commonly known as a reefer, is a specialized system that maintains controlled temperatures during the transportation of perishable goods, including food and pharmaceuticals, ensuring their integrity throughout the supply chain. For instance, in November 2023, Daikin, a Japan-based multinational conglomerate, introduced the Daikin Exigo Trailer Refrigeration Unit. This unit features an electric architecture designed for optimal efficiency and is currently operational for transporting food and pharmaceuticals. The innovative unit reflects Daikin's commitment to reducing emissions and enhancing the integrity of the cold chain.
In May 2023, Carrier Global Corporation, a US-based multinational firm, acquired Viessmann Climate Solutions for approximately $13.3 billion (€12 billion). This acquisition aims to position Carrier as a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, particularly within the rapidly growing market for heat pumps and renewable energy technologies. The acquisition will allow Carrier to leverage Viessmann's established presence in the European residential market, creating an unparalleled market leader across North America and Europe. Viessmann Climate Solutions is the largest segment of the Viessmann Group, a Germany-based manufacturing company that specializes in providing refrigeration systems.
Major companies operating in the commercial refrigeration equipment market include Haier Group Corporation, Daikin Industries Ltd., Johnson Controls International plc, Carrier Commercial Refrigeration Inc., Danfoss A/S, Whirlpool Corporation, Illinois Tool Works Inc., Liebherr Group, Emerson Electric Co., AB Electrolux, Dover Corporation, Blue Star Limited, Ingersoll Rand Inc., GEA Group AG, Lennox International Inc., Manitowoc Company Inc., Hussmann Corporation, Traulsen & Company LLC, Ali Group S.r.l., Beverage-Air Corporation, True Manufacturing Co. Inc., Metalfrio Solutions S.A., Frigoglass SAIC, AHT Cooling Systems GmbH, Scotsman Industries Inc., Williams Refrigeration, Master-Bilt Products, Foster Refrigerator, Hoshizaki Corporation, Gram Commercial A/S, Skope Industries Limited, Precision Refrigeration Ltd., Arneg S.p.A.
The Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the commercial refrigeration equipment market in 2024. North America was the second largest region in the global commercial refrigeration equipment market share. The regions covered in the commercial refrigeration equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the commercial refrigeration equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
Commercial refrigeration equipment market consists of sales of plug-in enclosed vending machines, deli cases, drop in coolers and others. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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