The event catering sector in Germany has exhibited a strong upward trend over the past decade, growing from 1.35 billion euros in 2013 to 4.94 billion euros in 2023. This reflects a significant increase in market production, particularly noticeable with a rapid recovery in 2021 after a dip in 2020 due to the pandemic. The year-on-year growth between 2022 and 2023 was 18.18%, and the average annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years has been 5.88%. Looking ahead, the sector is expected to continue expanding with a forecasted five-year CAGR of 4.54%, anticipating the market to reach 6.59 billion euros by 2028.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements in catering logistics and service delivery.
Increased demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly catering options.
Growth in digital and hybrid event formats, necessitating innovative catering solutions.
Continued recovery and growth in the post-pandemic event landscape.