UAE Catering Services Market to Grow at a CAGR of 6.71% During the Forecast Period

The increasing number of tourists in UAE, growing preference for multi-cuisine, and rising culture of on-site catering are expected to fuel the UAE Catering Services Market through 2027.

According to TechSci Research report, “UAE Catering Services Market – By Region, Competition Forecast & Opportunities, 2017-2027,” the UAE Catering Services Market is forecast to grow at an impressive CAGR of 6.71% in the forecast period due to the year-round execution of numerous events in the UAE, including expo and trade shows, and due to the rising number of tourists visiting the UAE. Additionally, the growth in air travel passengers has strengthened the market. As, this would subsequently lead to forming alliances between catering service providers and airlines, which is projected to significantly contribute to the expansion of the UAE catering services market in the projected period.

Furthermore, due to intense competition in the UAE's catering market, catering service providers emphasize serving meals made with fresh ingredients and lessening their dependence on frozen prepared dishes. Additionally, the growing popularity of theme-based parties and weddings in UAE is fueling the demand for catering services all around the nation and the demand of catering services from offices, schools, colleges, hospitals, etc. has also increased the market of catering services in UAE. The business sector sets a high value on catering services due to its benefits, including offering hassle-free food arrangements, saving time and money, delivering a variety of cuisines, and menu customization. Due to these factors catering services are gaining immense popularity in UAE. Moreover, the corporate sector's expanding infrastructure expansion, such as the establishment of new offices, has fueled the sector's demand for catering services. Also, rising population, increasing number of tourists and the widespread availability of reputable caterers such as Emirates Flight Catering LLC, National Catering Services & Foodstuff, Royal Catering, etc., have been observing a surge in the catering services market in UAE. The UAE population is becoming more health conscious, and as a result, they want to eat food that is freshly prepared in home-based kitchens.

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant negative impact on the UAE Catering Services Market in 2020. Though caterers have always prioritized food procedures, the pandemic has introduced new dynamics and crucial safety protocols to professional commercial aircraft kitchens because the previous protocols were primarily intended to prevent foodborne illnesses. The pandemic has also raised the standard for catering in terms of hygienic practices, cleaning, and sanitizing, but this has cost in-flight caterers more money to maintain the highest standards.

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The UAE Catering Services Market is segmented based on the service type, end user, and region. Regarding service type, the UAE catering services market is segmented into contractual and non-contractual. The end-user segment is divided into In-Flight, Oil & Gas, Hospitality, Healthcare, Education, Corporate, and Others (Holy Sites, Industries, Events, Railways, Defense, etc.).

Key market players in the UAE Catering Services Market include:

• Emirates Inflight Catering LLC
• Royal Catering Services LLC
• Al Jazeera International Catering LLC
• Baguette Catering Services & Restaurants LLC
• Abela & Co LLC
• Al Yasat Catering And Restaurant Supplies
• E P D Catering Co. LLC
• Four N Catering – Sole Proprietorship L.L.C
• Eat & Treat Catering Services LLC
• Kelvin catering Services & Facilities Management Emirates LLC

Emirates Flight Catering, based at Dubai International Airport, offers auxiliary services like laundry, food manufacturing, and airport lounge food and beverage in addition to airline, event, and VIP catering. The company caters to more than 120 airlines departing from Dubai International Airport and Dubai World Central. With the capacity to produce up to 180,000 meals daily, the Emirates Flight Catering facility in Dubai is one of the world's most significant airline food facilities.

Royal Catering is a prominent catering and hospitality service provider. Royal Catering offers top-notch catering solutions through its three primary divisions: contractual, commercial, and creative divisions. The divisions include fine dining, corporate events, hospitality, public catering, weddings & private events, facilities management, industrial catering, corporate and institutional catering, restaurant concept development and management, and direct retail. The company can produce 60,000 meals a day.

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“The UAE catering services market has expanded owing to rapid economic growth in UAE owing to the rising demand from corporate sector, changing consumer lifestyles, etc. Additionally, the tourism sector in UAE is one of the prominent factors driving the UAE catering services market. Schools and hospitals also have major market share in catering services of UAE. Digital technology, innovation, and real-time supply chain management are other industry drivers that have boosted service quality and raised consumer satisfaction.” said Mr. Karan Chechi, Research Director with TechSci Research, a research based global management consulting firm.

“UAE Catering Services Market,By Service Type (Contractual and Non-Contractual), By End User (In-Flight, Oil & Gas, Hospitality, Healthcare, Education, Corporate and Others (Holy Sites, Industries, Events, Railways, Defence, etc.)), By Region (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, and rest of UAE),Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2017-2027F”, has evaluated the future growth potential of catering services in UAE and provides statistics and information on market structure, size, share and future growth. The report is intended to provide cutting-edge market intelligence and help decision makers take sound investment decision. Besides, the report also identifies and analyzes the emerging trends along with essential drivers, challenges and opportunities present in UAE catering services market.