Bakery Processing Equipment Market Report 2025

This Bakery Processing Equipment market report covers market characteristics, size & growth, segmentation, regional & country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The bakery processing equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $14.04 billion in 2024 to $15.12 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in consumer demand for bakery products, increased adoption of automation in bakery operations, expansion of bakery chains and retail outlets, demand for diverse and specialty baked goods, need for efficiency and productivity in bakery production.

The bakery processing equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $20.36 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to adoption of energy-efficient and sustainable equipment, market growth in emerging economies and urbanization, customization of equipment for artisanal and niche bakeries, rising popularity of online and direct-to-consumer bakery sales, emphasis on product differentiation and unique baked creations. Major trends in the forecast period include innovation in gluten-free and allergen-friendly baking solutions, digitalization and industry 4 integration, automation in proofing and fermentation, efficient dough handling and mixing solutions, hygienic design and easy cleaning.

The increasing consumption of bakery products is anticipated to drive the growth of the bakery processing equipment market. Various types of bakery processing equipment are used to produce different baking products. As consumer preference for bakery items rises, so does the demand for bakery processing equipment. For example, in November 2023, the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), a government department in Canada, reported that the top suppliers of baked goods to the U.K. were France, with exports valued at $548 million (15.2% market share) and 157 million kilograms, followed by Belgium, which exported goods worth $475.6 million (13.2% market share) and 137.7 million kilograms. In that year, the U.K. was the second-largest global market for baked goods, with imports amounting to $3.6 billion and 1.1 billion kilograms. Thus, the growing consumption of bakery products is fueling the expansion of the bakery processing equipment market.

An increase in lifestyle changes is expected to propel the growth of the bakery processing equipment market going forward. Lifestyle changes refer to alterations or modifications in the way individuals or groups of people live, which can encompass a wide range of aspects in their daily lives. Modern lifestyles are often busy, with little time for extensive food preparation. Bakery processing equipment, such as bread machines and dough mixers, allows individuals to make fresh bread and pastries at home with minimal effort, saving time and offering the convenience of freshly baked goods. For instance, in January 2022, according to a survey report published by Nutrisystem, a US-based provider of weight loss products, among 2,000 participants, 53% of respondents expressed their goal for 2022 as shedding weight, with an average target of 14 pounds of weight loss. Therefore, the increase in lifestyle changes is driving the growth of the bakery processing equipment market.

Strategic collaborations between companies are emerging as a significant trend in the bakery processing equipment market. Manufacturers of bakery processing equipment are forming partnerships and collaborations to create new technologies and products. For example, in October 2023, Rademaker, a Netherlands-based company that specializes in developing and supplying industrial bakery systems, teamed up with Form & Frys, a Denmark-based company known for its folding, forming, and filling equipment. Through this partnership, Rademaker has become the exclusive supplier of Form & Frys equipment in important markets, including the UK, Ireland, Germany, France, Austria, Switzerland, the US, and Canada. These regions were strategically selected due to their considerable growth potential and strong alignment with Rademaker’s values and vision, representing a crucial step in its development as a bakery equipment provider for mid- to large-scale manufacturers in both European and North American markets.

Major players in the bakery processing equipment market are actively pursuing innovation by introducing new products, particularly in the realm of eco-friendly packaging solutions, to enhance their market presence and profitability. Eco-friendly packaging solutions are designed to minimize environmental impact and promote sustainability in the packaging industry. A notable example is Syntegon Technology, a Germany-based machinery company, which launched eco-friendly packaging solutions in August 2022. These solutions serve as valuable options for companies aiming to reduce their environmental footprint and meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging.

In a strategic move, Empire Equipment Company, a US-based business management firm, acquired Empire Bakery Equipment Inc in July 2023 for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition marks an expansion of Empire Equipment Company's product portfolio and strengthens its market position in the Northeast region. The synergies resulting from the acquisition enable both entities to provide enhanced services to their US partners. Furthermore, the strategic move solidifies Empire Equipment Company's standing as a leading supplier of bakery and commercial foodservice equipment. Empire Bakery Equipment Inc., the acquired entity, is a US-based company specializing in bakery processing equipment.

Major companies operating in the bakery processing equipment market include GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft, Bühler AG, JBT Corporation, The Middleby Corporation, Heat and Control Inc., Rheon Automatic Machinery Co. Ltd., Ali Group S.p.A., Baker Perkins Holdings Limited, Markel Corporation., Anko Food Machine Co. Ltd., Gemini Bakery Equipment Co. Inc., Allied Bakery Equipment LLC, Global Bakery Solutions LLC, Koenig Maschinen GmbH, John Bean Technologies Corporation, Erica Record LLC, Breville Group Limited, Paul Mueller Company, Welbilt Inc., ALFA LAVAL AB, MECATHERM SAS, Robert Bosch GmbH, CandyWorx LLC, Bongard Machines GmbH & Co. KG, Silvestri S.r.l., Bettcher Industries Inc., Aasted ApS, The Henry Group Inc., EUROASIA FOOD EQUIPMENT SDN BHD, Rademaker BV, Rondo Burgdorf AG, Kaak Group B.V., Werner & Pfleiderer Bakery Technologies GmbH, MIWE Michael Wenz GmbH, Sveba Dahlen AB, Revent Inc., Tromp Group B.V., Reading Bakery Systems LLC., Baker Thermal Solutions LLC., AMF Bakery Systems LLC.

Bakery processing equipment consists of systems and machines utilized in the baking industry to produce a diverse range of bakery products. Widely employed in the production of various baked goods, these equipment play a crucial role in the efficiency and output of bakery operations.

The bakery processing equipment market covered in this report is segmented based on various criteria. These segments include types of equipment such as mixers, ovens & proofers, slicers & dividers, sheeters & molders, depositors & pan greasers. The modes of operation are categorized as automatic and semi-automatic. Furthermore, the application segment includes bread, cakes & pastries, cookies & biscuits, pizza crusts, and other applications. Lastly, the end-users of bakery processing equipment encompass the bakery processing industry and the foodservice industry. This segmentation provides a comprehensive overview of the diverse elements within the bakery processing equipment market.

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Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the bakery processing equipment market in 2024 and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the bakery processing equipment research report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa.

The countries covered in the Bakery Processing Equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The bakery processing equipment market consists of sales of freezers, retarders, and piston filling injectors. 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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