Food Processing Machinery Global Market Report 2024

The food processing machinery market has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $57.96 billion in 2023 to $61.81 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The expansion witnessed in the historical period can be ascribed to the rising worldwide demand for processed foods, the implementation of stringent food safety regulations, an increase in disposable income, a concentration on operational efficiency, and an escalating awareness of health and nutrition.

The food processing machinery market is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $78.06 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.0%. The anticipated expansion in the forecast period can be credited to the integration of smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0, the adoption of sustainable and eco-friendly solutions, the growth of the global population, emphasis on customization and flexibility, and the rapid pace of urbanization. Key trends expected in the forecast period encompass the integration of automation and robotics, a heightened focus on sustainability, advancements in sensor technologies, the utilization of data analytics and machine learning, and an emphasis on customization and modular design.

The rise in demand for processed food is set to drive the growth of the food processing machinery market. Processed foods, encompassing items altered from their natural state through methods such as cooking, canning, freezing, drying, or packaging, rely on food processing machinery for these procedures. For example, as per the US Food and Drug Administration in October 2021, 70% of Americans' daily sodium intake came from processed and restaurant foods. Additionally, a survey conducted by the International Food Information Council in July 2021 revealed that 32% of respondents often bought processed food, 45% bought it occasionally, and 19% increased their frequency of purchasing processed food. Hence, the heightened consumption of processed food is a driving force for the food processing machinery market.

The growing demand in the beverage industry is anticipated to contribute to the advancement of the food processing machinery market. The beverage industry, involving the production, distribution, and sale of various beverages for human consumption, benefits significantly from the use of food processing machinery. This utilization brings advantages such as increased efficiency, product consistency, enhanced safety, flexibility, and innovation, contributing to the overall competitiveness and sustainability of beverage manufacturers. For instance, a report by Common Thread Collective, a US-based e-commerce growth agency, stated that global food and beverage sales were $435.3 billion in 2021 and rose to $506 billion in 2022, with an expected further increase to $857 billion by 2025. Hence, the escalating demand in the beverage industry propels the growth of the food processing machinery market.

The introduction of innovative products stands out as a key trend. Leading companies in this market are actively launching innovative solutions to maintain their market positions. For example, in December 2022, GE Appliances, a US-based home appliance manufacturer, unveiled the GE Profile smart mixer featuring Auto Sense technology. This intelligent appliance can be controlled through voice commands using Google or Alexa. The distinctive feature of this product is its auto-sense technology, which allows it to automatically detect changes in the mixture's viscosity and adjust accordingly. Using torque sensors, the Auto-Sense technology recognizes variations in mixture viscosity, streamlining the process. The function is integrated with the SmartHQ app, offering guided recipes with step-by-step instructions.

Prominent companies in the food processing machinery market are emphasizing innovative products, including sustainable automated systems, to drive revenue growth. A sustainable automated system employs automation to enhance its sustainability performance. For instance, in September 2021, GEA Group AG, a Germany-based engineering company specializing in process engineering and manufacturing, introduced Batch2Flow. With its dedicated machine and line software, customizable discharge gates, and cutting-edge technology addressing challenges in food processing, the system aims to deliver flawless operations. The system reflects GEA's commitment to efficiency and sustainability in food processing, focusing on improving automation, ensuring quality, and reducing emissions and food waste.

In July 2022, JBT Corporation, a US-based food processing machinery manufacturer, completed the acquisition of Alco-food-machines GmbH & Co. KG for an undisclosed amount. This strategic move expands JBT's product portfolio in food processing, allowing it to reach a broader customer base. Alco-food-machines GmbH & Co. KG is a Germany-based manufacturer of food processing machinery and equipment.

Major companies operating in the food processing machinery market report are Tetra Laval International S.A., SPX Corporation, Nichimo Co Ltd., GEA Group AG, Hosokawa Micron Corp., John Bean Technologies Corporation, Heat and Control Inc., Tomora Systems ASA, AFE Group Ltd., Bühler AG, Krones AG, Alfa Laval AB, Meyer Industries Inc., Baader North America Corporation, Satake Corp., The Middleby Corp., Bucher Industries AG, Marel, Clextral, Fenco Food Machinery, Braunschweigische Maschinenbauanstalt AG, KHS GmbH, Bizerba SE & Co. KG, Atlas Pacific Engineering Company Inc., Duravant Company, Asea Brown Boveri Ltd., Baader, Mecatherm, FAM Stumabo, Rheon Automatic Machinery Co. Ltd., Heatcraft Worldwide Refrigeration, Anko Food Machine Co. Ltd., Baker Perkins.

Europe was the largest region in the food processing machinery market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global food processing machinery market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the food processing machinery market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the food processing machinery market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Various types of food processing machinery are available, including depositors, extruding machines, mixers, refrigeration units, slicers and dicers, among others. These machinery come in different operational modes, such as semiautomatic and fully automatic. A food depositor, for instance, is a specialized machine within the food industry employed to deposit or dispense precise amounts of food products, ranging from batters and fillings to doughs. These depositors find application in diverse sectors, including bakery and confectionery, meat, poultry and seafood, dairy, beverages, and more.

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The food processing machinery market consists of sales of bowl choppers, marinating injectors, meat bandsaws, marinating vacuum tumblers, meat grinders, 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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