Market Insights
The in-flight catering services market was estimated at USD 9.22 billion in 2022 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 7.03% during 2023-2028 to reach USD 13.91 billion in 2028.

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Market Dynamics
Introduction
In-flight catering services involve serving edibles to passengers on board a commercial airline. These meals are usually served using an airline service trolley.
COVID-19 IMPACT
The global pandemic has negatively impacted the growth of the In-flight catering service market. Restriction on international and domestic flights has been the key factor behind the declining growth of the market during the Covid era.
Market Drivers
The prime factor that is contributing to the demand for in-flight catering services is the growing commercial aircraft fleet size.

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Key Players
Some of the major players in the market are:
- Dnata
- Saudi Airlines Catering
- Gate Gourmet
- LSG Group
- Servair
- Journey Group PLC
- Newrest Catering
- SATS Ltd
- DO & CO.
Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.
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Segment Analysis
Segmentations
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List of Sub-Segments
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Segments with High Growth Opportunity
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Aircraft Seating Class Type Analysis
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Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class
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The economy class segment is estimated to maintain its dominance over the forecast period.
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Source Type Analysis
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In-house, Outsource
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The outsource segment accounted for the larger share of the market in 2022 and is expected to maintain its dominance, during the forecast period,
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Food Type Analysis
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Meals, Bakery & Confectionaries, Beverages, and Others
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The meals segment accounted for the largest share of the market in 2022 and is expected to command its leading position.
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Regional Analysis
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North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World
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Asia-Pacific is estimated to be the largest market for in-flight catering services during the forecast period.
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By Aircraft Seating Class Type
Based on the aircraft seating class type, the market is segmented as economy class, business class, and first class. The economy class segment is estimated to maintain its dominance over the forecast period owing to the rising demand from emerging countries coupled with larger volumes of passengers preferring to travel in class.
By Source Type
Based on the source type, the market is segmented as in-house and outsource. The outsource segment accounted for the larger share of the market in 2022 and is expected to maintain its dominance, during the forecast period, owing to cost-efficiency without compromising the quality.
By Food Type
Based on the food type, the market is segmented as meals, bakery & confectionaries, beverages, and others. The meals segment accounted for the largest share of the market in 2022 and is expected to command its leading position, bolstered by the growing demand for long-haul flights.
Regional Insights
In terms of regions, Asia-Pacific is estimated to be the largest market for in-flight catering services during the forecast period. The region’s market growth is attributed to the growing airline traffic and surging economic growth. China and India are major countries offering promising growth opportunities. Europe and North America are also likely to witness substantial growth opportunities over the forecast period.

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Research Methodology
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Report Features
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- Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
- Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
- Market trend and forecast analysis.
- Market segment trend and forecast.
- Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
- COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve
- Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
- Emerging trends.
- Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
- Key success factors.
Market Segmentation
This report studies the market covering a period of 12 years of trend and forecast. The report provides detailed insights into the market dynamics to enable informed business decision-making and growth strategy formulation based on the opportunities present in the market.
The in-flight catering services market is segmented into the following categories.
By Aircraft Seating Class Type
- Economy Class
- Business Class
- First Class
By Source Type
By Food Type
- Meals
- Bakery & Confectionaries
- Beverages
- Others
By Region
- North America (Country Analysis: the USA, Canada, and Mexico)
- Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, the UK, Russia, Spain, and the Rest of Europe)
- Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: China, Japan, India, South Korea, and the Rest of Asia-Pacific)
- Rest of the World (Sub-Region Analysis: Latin America, the Middle East, and Others)

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Company Profiling
- Detailed profiling of additional market players (up to 3 players)
- SWOT analysis of key players (up to 3 players)
Market Segmentation
- Current market segmentation of any one of the source types by food type.
Competitive Benchmarking
- Benchmarking of key players on the following parameters: Source portfolio, geographical reach, regional presence, and strategic alliances.
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