IGR Commercial Refrigeration Market | Page 3

various regions is driving the demand for food and beverages and in turn it enhances the growth of the global commercial refrigeration market. The increasing investments in the production, distribution and transportation of food and beverages are expected to drive the demand for commercial refrigeration market, as there is need for preservation during all these phases. Moreover, the introduction of zero emission refrigeration systems for transportation is expected to drive the growth of the commercial refrigeration market, as it could improve the supply chain of food & beverages and retail sectors. Introduction of modular units of commercial refrigeration systems and availability of advanced controls for compressor protection are expected to generate demand from both consumers with modular kitchens and food service sector. The energy efficient commercial refrigeration systems with good cooling capacities generate demand from the hospitality sector. The food service segment accounts for significant share of revenue in the global commercial refrigeration market. The stringent regulations regarding the use of toxic refrigerants and promotion of eco-friendly refrigerants by governments are anticipated to drive the growth of the commercial refrigeration market. The introduction and adoption of advanced technologies in monitoring and controlling of refrigeration systems through predetermined settings or remotely through Wi-Fi-enabled systems are expected to generate demand from food & beverages, and hospitality sectors. Moreover, introduction of eco-friendly refrigerants, cascade refrigeration systems based on variable speed compressors, and other energy efficient refrigeration systems are anticipated to further enhance the growth of the commercial refrigeration market during the forecast period 2017-2023. Fluctuating fuel prices, stringent regulations for part suppliers and OEM’s, and slow pace in upgradation as well as replacement of old commercial refrigeration systems are the major