France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size, Share, By Product (Transportation Refrigeration Equipment, Refrigerators & Freezers, Beverage Refrigeration, Display Showcases, Ice Merchandisers & Ice Vending Equipment, and Others), By Application (Food Service, Food & Beverage Retail, Hotels and Hospitality, Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare, and Others), By Capacity (Less Than 50 cu. Ft., 51 cu. Ft. - 100 cu. Ft., More Than 100 cu. Ft., and Others), By Distribution Channel (Original Equipment Manufacturers, Distributors and Wholesalers, Retailers, and Others), and France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size Insights Forecasts to 2035

• France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size 2024: USD 1,420.1 Mn
• France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size 2035:  USD 2,330.3 Mn
• France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size CAGR 2024: 4.61%
• France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size Segments: Product, Technology, and Distribution Channel

The France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size is the industry in France that manufactures, distributes, and provides after-sales services for refrigeration systems and equipment that are used in commercial and industrial environments. The scope of this is all the cooling and freezing devices that are made only for the purposes of keeping perishable products fresh, temperature control in retail and food service businesses, and cold chain support to the different sectors like supermarkets, grocery stores, restaurants, hotels, food processing units, convenience stores, and distribution centers. The France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size is backed by the development of the food retail and food service sectors, rigorous food safety regulations, increasing demand for fresh and frozen foods, energy-efficient and eco-friendly refrigeration requirements, and the growth of cold chain logistics and e-commerce.

France's market for commercial refrigeration equipment is mainly influenced by the demand for food, driven by the population and consumption patterns. With a population of almost 68 million people, France has one of the most extensive food retail and food service networks in Europe, which also includes more than 45,000 supermarkets and hypermarkets, a wide range of convenience stores, restaurants, and cafes. The increased consumption of fresh, chilled, and frozen foods, coupled with the fast growth of online grocery and food delivery, has led to a great need for reliable refrigeration in retail, hospitality, and cold chain logistics. These developments emphasize how important commercial refrigeration is to reduce food waste, ensure food safety, and guarantee supply stability to meet everyday consumer needs.

In the future, the market will have strong needs and opportunities mainly driven by energy-efficient systems, low-GWP refrigerants, smart refrigeration technologies, and cold chain expansion for food and pharmaceuticals. France's regulatory move towards sustainability and strict food safety compliance keeps speeding up the change of equipment. The France 2030 investment plan by the France government, which is supported by around €54 billion of public funding, is a great boost for industrial innovation, R&D, and modernization of food systems and logistics; thus, it is indirectly supporting refrigeration and cold chain technologies. Together with these factors, the increasing demand by the population, regulatory mandates, and a large number of government-funded initiatives are the main factors behind the strategic importance and positive growth outlook of the France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size.

Market Dynamics of the France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size:

The commercial refrigeration equipment market in France is influenced by the expanding food retail and food service sectors, the rising demand for fresh, chilled, and frozen foods, and the imposition of food safety and hygiene regulations that necessitate accurate temperature control. Besides, the market is backed by the transition to energy-efficient and environmentally friendly refrigeration systems that comply with EU environmental policies, as well as the growth of cold chain logistics, e-commerce grocery delivery, and smart refrigeration technologies throughout France.

The France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size is restrained by the high initial costs for advanced and energy-efficient systems, and their continuing maintenance and energy costs substantially limit the commercial refrigeration equipment market, especially for small and medium enterprises. Compliance with stringent environmental and refrigerant regulations contributes to additional costs associated with compliance; the uncertainty of the economy and food retail and food service price sensitivity slow down investment decisions.

The France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size offers future opportunities through new energy-efficient and environmentally friendly refrigeration systems as per the sustainability regulations. The increasing adoption of smart and IoT-based refrigeration will raise efficiency and lower the operating costs. Furthermore, the growth of cold chain logistics, e-commerce food delivery, and pharmaceutical storage will be a source of market development for a long time.

Market Segmentation

The France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size share is classified into product, application, capacity, and distribution channel.

By Product:

The France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size is divided by product into transportation refrigeration equipment, refrigerators & freezers, beverage refrigeration, display showcases, ice merchandisers & ice vending equipment, and others. Among these, the refrigerators & freezers segment dominated the share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The growth of the refrigerators & freezers segment is due to their extensive use in supermarkets, convenience stores, and food-service outlets, rising demand for fresh, chilled, and frozen foods, strict food safety and temperature-control regulations, increasing replacement of old equipment, and growing adoption of energy-efficient, eco-friendly, and advanced refrigeration systems.

By Application:

The France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size is divided by application into food service, food & beverage retail, hotels and hospitality, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and others. Among these, the food service segment dominated the share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The food service segment dominates because of the large presence of restaurants, cafes, quick-service outlets, and institutional kitchens, the continuous need for fresh, chilled, and frozen food storage, strict food safety and hygiene regulations, and the rapid growth of takeaway and food delivery services and tourism, which increases demand for reliable commercial refrigeration equipment.

By Capacity:

The France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size is divided by capacity into less than 50 cu. ft., 51 cu. ft. - 100 cu. ft., more than 100 cu. ft., and others. Among these, the 51-cu. ft. - 100 cu. ft. segment dominated the share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The growth of the 51-cu. ft. - 100 cu. ft. segment is due to its optimal balance between storage capacity and space efficiency, making it ideal for restaurants, cafes, supermarkets, and convenience stores. This capacity range supports high-volume storage of fresh and frozen foods. Additionally, rising demand for energy-efficient, versatile, and cost-effective refrigeration solutions is driving adoption of this segment across commercial establishments.

By Distribution Channel:

The France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size is divided by distribution channel into original equipment manufacturers, distributors and wholesalers, retailers, and others. Among these, the distributors and wholesalers segment dominated the share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The distributors and wholesalers segment’s dominance is due to their extensive distribution reach, strong partnerships with manufacturers and end users, ability to offer a wide product portfolio at competitive prices, and provision of installation, maintenance, and reliable after-sales support, making them the preferred purchasing channel.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organisations/companies involved within the France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

Top Key Companies in France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size:

• Carrier Global Corporation
• Daikin Industries Ltd.
• Danfoss Group
• Liebherr Group
• Haier Group
• Electrolux Professional
• Panasonic Corporation
• Johnson Controls
• Arneg Group
• Epta Group
• Others

Recent Developments in France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size:

• In November 2025, Kaltra introduced microchannel condensers optimized for low-GWP refrigerants R454B, R32, and R290, enhancing the energy efficiency and performance of commercial refrigeration systems, supporting France’s shift toward eco-friendly, sustainable refrigeration equipment in the market.

• In April 2025, GEA unveiled “NEXUS,” a cutting-edge modular compressor solution with integrated heat recovery, leveraging natural refrigerants to maximize energy efficiency and minimize carbon emissions.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the France, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size based on the below-mentioned segments:

France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size, By Product

• Transportation Refrigeration Equipment
• Refrigerators & Freezers
• Beverage Refrigeration
• Display Showcases
• Ice Merchandisers & Ice Vending Equipment
• Others

France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size, By Application

• Food Service
• Food & Beverage Retail
• Hotels and Hospitality
• Pharmaceuticals
• Healthcare
• Others

France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size, By Capacity

• Less Than 50 cu. Ft.
• 51 cu. Ft. - 100 cu. Ft.
• More Than 100 cu. Ft.
• Others

France Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Market Size, By Distribution Channel 

• Original Equipment Manufacturers
• Distributors and Wholesalers
• Retailers
• Others