The Europe Frozen Food Market Size is expected to be worth USD 84.99 billion in 2024, and it is estimated that it will reach a valuation of USD 104.36 billion by the end of 2029 with an annual compound rate of 4.19% between 2024 and 2029
Frozen foods are defined as foods that are stored at low temperatures and used for a long period of time. The produce market consists of a wide variety of food products, including ready-to-eat meals, vegetables and fruits, potatoes, meat and poultry, seafood, and soups. Ready-to-eat frozen foods also include packaged bakeries, snacks, ready-to-eat foods, and desserts. Commercial buyers such as caterers, restaurants, hotels, and fast-food chains are among the top users of frozen vegetables and frozen foods, including fruits, potatoes, and non-vegetable products. Frozen foods refer to foods processed using preservation methods to preserve the flavor, nutrients, and color of the food. The main objective of frozen foods is for consumers to facilitate the cooking process and extend the shelf life. It is considered an essential component of the meals prepared and served by homes and restaurants. Increased consumer spending on cold-stored food is expected to expand the European Frozen Food market in the near future.
There are different types of frozen foods available, and the rapid changes in consumer consumption habits will lead many consumers to adopt European Frozen Food. Changes in consumer lifestyles have created a global need for convenience food supplies, and this has driven a growing demand for frozen foods in the European market. Additionally, the increase in working women along with the increase in one-person households was a major factor driving the tremendous growth of the European Frozen Food market during the forecast period. Now, due to lifestyle changes, eating frozen food every day has become a world standard. Many manufacturers are adopting different innovative strategies and technological innovations to reduce the loss of nutrients in frozen foods and reduce the use of harmful plastic packaging to meet the growing European Frozen Food market demand. Additionally, increased consumer acceptance and strong demand for healthy foods are expected to accelerate the European Frozen Food market growth. All of these factors are further stimulating market demand. Due to hectic and hectic work hours, people increasingly prefer frozen foods. The increasing popularity of ready-to-eat foods is also a key factor driving the growth of the Europe Frozen Food market. One of the main drivers of the global market growth was changing customer tastes and preferences in response to changes in lifestyles. In particular, developed urban and regional sectors have played an important role in popularizing this trend. Another important factor for the growth of the European Frozen Food market is the increasing adoption of safety and regulatory measures taken by major manufacturers. As per capita income improves and the eating habits of people around the region change, market demand for Europe Frozen Food is expected to increase further during the next few years of the forecast period. People away from home are actively looking for a variety of frozen foods and ready-to-cook meal options. In addition to this, restaurants and other fast food establishments are closing, encouraging consumers to adopt the frozen fast food option for dinner snacks. Global retail food channel development is expected to remain the dominant force driving Europe's Frozen Food market demand. Also, in the cold chain market, technology improvisation is expected to have a great impact on the Europe Frozen Food market. Additionally, the frozen food market is booming as consumer demand for convenience foods increases. The improved storage facilities of small retail stores are expected to create unexplored opportunities for market participants.
High maintenance and logistics costs are likely to slow the growth of the European Frozen Food market. One of the basic problems facing the frozen food market is the lack of adequate supply chain systems and the constant fear that cold chain systems will break down. Frozen foods must be set to an optimal temperature of around -18 ° C, so even a small failure in the cold chain system can lead to enormous waste. To ensure a negligible loss of frozen food, you need full power backup and constant vigilance. If the cost of end-use products rises due to a shortage of sources or raw materials for Europe's Frozen Food production, this is expected to help slow market growth.
The ready-to-eat frozen food segment accounted for more than 30% of the 2021 revenue share of the frozen food market. The sector is expected to remain dominant during the forecast period due to the predominant consumption of prepared meals among working-class people around the world. Additionally, the ready-made frozen meat segment is expected to be one of the largest due to the launch of new products, including portable snack options from Conagra and Nestlé.
The foodservice segment is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period. The food service industry includes pubs, restaurants, QSRs, hotels, and other foodservice providers. The foodservice sector is experiencing an increase in demand for frozen foods. These service providers regularly use frozen foods to save cooking time and improve the taste and quality of the food.
Europe has the largest market in the global frozen food market, and consumer attitudes towards frozen foods are changing within the region. Furthermore, Great Britain, Belgium, and the Netherlands were also severely affected by this epidemic. This is the collapse of the coronavirus, which has fueled a huge demand for frozen food in Europe. Consumption of frozen food in the UK region has increased tremendously due to improved living standards, and the transition to a more convenient lifestyle is majorly influencing the demand of the UK frozen food market. The implementation of strict government regulations to maintain product quality and certifications/labels and make products more attractive is further strengthening the Spain frozen food market growth. The Germany frozen food market is estimated to be a major growth engine in this region. The increasing consumption of frozen meat and seafood is driving the growth of the German frozen food market. The France frozen food market has helped the ready-to-eat snack industry to accelerate in this market thanks to the strong growth of the food industry.
Major Key Players in the Europe Frozen Food Market are H.J. Heinz, while Nestlé, Maple Leaf Foods Inc., ConAgra Foods Inc., Tyson Foods Inc., General Mills, BRF SA, Pinnacle Foods Inc., Mother Dairy Fruit & Vegetable Pvt. Ltd., Kraft Foods Group Inc., Ajinomoto Co. Inc., and Unilever PLC.
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