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Qatar Catering Services Market Report and Forecast 2026-2034

125 pages Oct 2025
Qatar Catering Services Market Report and Forecast 2026-2034

Qatar Catering Services Market Report and Forecast 2026-2034

By Type (Contractual, Non-Contractual), By Operating Model (In-House, Outsourced), By Service Delivery Model (Client/Company Paid, User Paid), By End User (Corporates, Healthcare, Hospitality, Others (Aviation, Educational etc.), By Enterprise Size (Large (More than 500 Employees), Mid-Size (100-499 Employees), Small (Less than 100 Employees)), By Region (Al Khor, Ad Dawhah, Al Wakrah, Al Rayyan)

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Qatar Catering Services Market Report and Forecast 2026-2034
Study Period
2020- 2034
Market (2025)
USD 7.26 Billion
Market (2034)
USD 16.54 Billion
CAGR
9.58%
Major Markets Players
Compass Catering Services W.L.L, Amwaj Catering Services Limited, Crompton Catering & Support Services Co. W.LL, Qatar Caterers & Contractors W.LL, ZAD Catering Services and Others

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Qatar Catering Services Market Insights & Analysis

The Qatar Catering Services Market is anticipated to register a CAGR of around 9.58% during the forecast period, 2026-34. Additionally, the market size was valued at nearly USD 7.26 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach almost USD 16.54 billion by 2034. The growing development activities in Qatar, along with the National Vision 2030, are predicted to bring in an upgrade in corporate offices, elevating the need for catering services.  

Additionally, the government’s persistent commitment to diversifying the nation’s economy, with a particular emphasis on non-oil industries, such as tourism and healthcare, is contributing to elevating the market growth. As part of the Qatar National Tourism Sector Strategy 2030 (QNTSS) the country strives to welcome 5.6 million visitors by 2030. As a result, this aim is likely to stimulate the development of new hotels, raising the demand for culinary services to respond to the needs of tourists and customers.

Furthermore, the substantial investments by the government in infrastructural development, including cutting-edge stadiums to host a wide range of national and international sporting events, are expected to surge the demand for catering services in these facilities. Hence, this development is likely to have a beneficial impact on the Qatar Catering Services Market growth in the ensuing years.

Qatar Catering Services Market Dynamics

  • Affluent Expansion of the Corporate Industry to Upscale the Catering Services Demand

The business sector of Oman is predicted to grow rapidly, leading to an enormous rise in demand for catering services.  As businesses grow and create a larger presence in the country, there is a rising need for high-quality catering to fulfill a variety of corporate requirements. Moreover, the employment of catering services for corporate buildings and a range of workplace functions provides numerous benefits.

It facilitates food arrangements, reduces time & money, and adds to the smooth operation & management of offices. This, in turn, enhances organizational efficiency & production. Therefore, as the business sector in Qatar expands owing to infrastructural development, there is an expected uptick in the demand for these services, thereby further enhancing the Qatar Catering Services Market size in the future years.Recently, the country has hosted a number of national & international events, and this drift is likely to contribute and become a part of the nation’s economic development strategy. Also, in order to improve the guests’ & participants’ experiences, catering services are needed for these events. Furthermore, the continual construction of conference halls, stadiums, and other event sites in Qatar has created further chances for organizing events.

Consequently, the mounting infrastructure and the favorable environment for event hosting in Qatar are predicted to lead to an increasing number of events in the country during the forthcoming period. This, in turn, would surge the demand for catering services for these events, generating a profitable market for the Qatar Catering Services sector in the coming years.


Qatar Catering Services Market Report and Forecast 2026-2034

Qatar Catering Services Market Segment-wise Analysis

By Type:

  • Contractual
  • Non-contractual

The Contractual segment held the largest share of the Qatar Catering Services Market over the past years, and this trend is predicted to continue in the coming years as well. The tourism industry has been a significant contributor to the expansion of contractual services due to the constant demand from inbound & outbound tourists. Also, with the surge in the patients’ number across the hospitals, especially after the pandemic, there has been a notable upgrade in the demand for catering services to offer hygienic & specialized food for the patients.

Furthermore, the government is preparing to welcome millions of tourists for several sporting events in the future years, and the demand for improved catering services is projected to increase. This includes the necessity for catering services that can meet the diverse & high-quality food requirements of athletes and spectators, adding to the growth of the Qatar Catering Services Market.

By End User

  • Corporates
  • Healthcare
  • Hospitality
  • Others (Aviation, Educational etc.)

Corporates is poised to capture the potential share of the Qatar Catering Services Market. This is owing to the government's greater focus on improving infrastructural investments to attract enterprises. Furthermore, the government is widely encouraging investments to set up shop in the country by providing flexible FDI and numerous tax breaks. These efforts are projected to accelerate the expansion of business units in the country, consequently expediting the catering industry in the next years.                                       

What Does Our Qatar Catering Services Market Research Study Entail?

  • The Qatar Catering Services Market Research Report highlights the forecast growth rate or CAGR by anticipating the market size & share.
  • The market analysis puts light upon the primary industry trends, driving aspects, potential opportunities, growth challenges, and other major factors.
  • The Qatar Catering Services Market Research Report entails details about the most critical shifts in market share in the prominent regions.

Table of Contents

  1. Introduction
    1. Objective of the study
    2. Product Definition
    3. Market Segmentation
    4. Study Variables
  2. Research Methodology
    1. Secondary Data Points
      1. Companies Interviewed
    2. Primary Data Points
      1. Break Down of Primary Interviews
  3. Executive Summary
  4. Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers
    2. Challenges
    3. Opportunity Assessment
  5. Recent Trends and Developments
  6. Key Factors Considered by Companies While Selecting a Vendor
  7. Smart Measures Takes by Catering Vendors
  8. Qatar Catering Market Overview (2020-2034)
    1. Market Size (in USD Billions)
    2. Market Share, By Type
      1. Contractual
      2. Non-Contractual
    3. Market Share, By Operating Model
      1. In-House
      2. Outsourced
    4. Market Share, By Service Delivery Model
      1. Client/Company Paid
      2. User Paid
    5. Market Share, By End User
      1. Corporates
      2. Healthcare
      3. Hospitality
      4. Others (Aviation, Educational etc.)
    6. Market Share, By Enterprise Size
      1. Large (More than 500 Employees)
      2. Mid-Size (100-499 Employees)
      3. Small (Less than 100 Employees)
    7. Market Size, By Region
      1. Al Khor
      2. Ad Dawhah
      3. Al Wakrah
      4. Al Rayyan
    8. Market Share, By Company
      1. Competition Characteristics
      2. Revenue Shares & Analysis
  9. Qatar Contractual Catering Market Overview (2020-2034)
    1. Market Size (in USD Billions)
    2. Market Share, By Type
    3. Market Share, By Operating Model
    4. Market Share, By Service Delivery Model
    5. Market Share, By End User
    6. Market Share, By Enterprise Size
    7. Market Share, By Region
  10. Qatar Non-Contractual Catering Market Overview (2020-2034)
    1. Market Size (in USD Billions)
    2. Market Share, By Type
    3. Market Share, By Operating Model
    4. Market Share, By Service Delivery Model
    5. Market Share, By End User
    6. Market Share, By Enterprise Size
    7. Market Share, By Region
  11. Competitive Outlook (Company Profiles – Partial List)
    1. Compass Catering Services W.L.L
      1. Company Overview
      2. Business Segments
      3. Strategic Alliance/Partnerships
      4. Recent Developments
    2. Amwaj Catering Services Limited
      1. Company Overview
      2. Business Segments
      3. Strategic Alliance/Partnerships
      4. Recent Developments
    3. Crompton Catering & Support Services Co. W.LL
      1. Company Overview
      2. Business Segments
      3. Strategic Alliance/Partnerships
      4. Recent Developments
    4. Qatar Caterers & Contractors W.LL
      1. Company Overview
      2. Business Segments
      3. Strategic Alliance/Partnerships
      4. Recent Developments
    5. ZAD Catering Services
      1. Company Overview
      2. Business Segments
      3. Strategic Alliance/Partnerships
      4. Recent Developments
    6. Al Karam Al Arabi for Catering Services
      1. Company Overview
      2. Business Segments
      3. Strategic Alliance/Partnerships
      4. Recent Developments
    7. Perfect Food Catering
      1. Company Overview
      2. Business Segments
      3. Strategic Alliance/Partnerships
      4. Recent Developments
    8. YEMEK Doha Catering Services
      1. Company Overview
      2. Business Segments
      3. Strategic Alliance/Partnerships
      4. Recent Developments
    9. Qatar Aircraft Catering Company
      1. Company Overview
      2. Business Segments
      3. Strategic Alliance/Partnerships
      4. Recent Developments
    10. Alzaman International Catering & Trading
      1. Company Overview
      2. Business Segments
      3. Strategic Alliance/Partnerships
      4. Recent Developments
    11. Others
  12. Contact Us & Disclaimer

List of Figure

Figure 1 — Report structure: Flowchart of chapters (Introduction → Methodology → Analysis → Profiles)
Figure 2 — Study objectives and scope (visual summary)
Figure 3 — Product definition and taxonomy
Figure 4 — Market segmentation framework (by type, model, end-user, enterprise size, region)
Figure 5 — Study variables and definitions
Figure 6 — Research methodology: Secondary & primary research process
Figure 7 — Secondary data sources and data map
Figure 8 — Primary research sample composition (visual)
Figure 9 — Companies interviewed: list & industry map
Figure 10 — Breakdown of primary interviews (by role, operator type, region)
Figure 11 — Executive summary: Market snapshot (key numbers)
Figure 12 — Qatar catering market timeline (2020–2034)
Figure 13 — Qatar catering market size (USD billions) — historical (2020–2024) & forecast (2025–2034)
Figure 14 — Market dynamics overview (drivers, restraints, opportunities)
Figure 15 — Key market drivers (visual)
Figure 16 — Key challenges and barriers to growth
Figure 17 — Opportunity assessment matrix (attractiveness vs. feasibility)
Figure 18 — Recent trends & developments heatmap
Figure 19 — Vendor selection: Key factors considered by companies
Figure 20 — Smart measures adopted by catering vendors (operation & hygiene innovations)
Figure 21 — Market share by type: Contractual vs Non-Contractual (pie/chart)
Figure 22 — Market share by operating model: In-House vs Outsourced
Figure 23 — Market share by service delivery model: Client/Company Paid vs User Paid
Figure 24 — Market share by end-user: Corporates, Healthcare, Hospitality, Others
Figure 25 — Market share by enterprise size: Large / Mid-size / Small
Figure 26 — Regional market size (USD) — Al Khor, Ad Dawhah, Al Wakrah, Al Rayyan
Figure 27 — Competitive landscape: Top companies by revenue share
Figure 28 — Revenue share & analysis — leading players (bar chart)
Figure 29 — Market concentration (HHI or top-5 share)
Figure 30 — Qatar contractual catering market size (USD billions) — 2020–2034
Figure 31 — Contractual market: share by type (detailed segmentation)
Figure 32 — Contractual market: share by operating model (In-House vs Outsourced)
Figure 33 — Contractual market: share by service delivery model
Figure 34 — Contractual market: share by end-user (Corporates, Healthcare, Hospitality, Others)
Figure 35 — Contractual market: share by enterprise size
Figure 36 — Contractual market: regional distribution (Al Khor, Ad Dawhah, Al Wakrah, Al Rayyan)
Figure 37 — Qatar non-contractual catering market size (USD billions) — 2020–2034
Figure 38 — Non-contractual market: share by type (detailed segmentation)
Figure 39 — Non-contractual market: share by operating model
Figure 40 — Non-contractual market: share by service delivery model
Figure 41 — Non-contractual market: share by end-user
Figure 42 — Non-contractual market: share by enterprise size
Figure 43 — Non-contractual market: regional distribution (Al Khor, Ad Dawhah, Al Wakrah, Al Rayyan)
Figure 44 — Regional map of Qatar with major demand centers and facility clusters
Figure 45 — Demand drivers by region (comparative radar)
Figure 46 — Price trends and average ticket size (historical & forecast)
Figure 47 — Cost structure breakdown for catering operations (food, labor, overhead, logistics)
Figure 48 — Profitability benchmarks by operating model (In-House vs Outsourced)
Figure 49 — Service mix by company type (full-service, specialty, airline catering, event catering)
Figure 50 — Technology adoption: digital ordering, kitchen automation, traceability tools
Figure 51 — Food safety & compliance adoption rates (survey results)
Figure 52 — Sustainability measures adoption (waste reduction, local sourcing)
Figure 53 — Talent & labor market: staffing mix and shortages (trend chart)
Figure 54 — Customer satisfaction / NPS by end-user segment
Figure 55 — Pricing models across service delivery types (contractual vs user-paid)
Figure 56 — SWOT summary of the Qatar catering market (visual matrix)
Figure 57 — Competitive positioning map (price vs service scope)
Figure 58 — Company comparison: key metrics (revenue, employee count, service coverage)
Figure 59 — Company profiles — revenue trend (sample companies)
Figure 60 — Compass Catering Services W.L.L — snapshot infographic (overview + key metrics)
Figure 61 — Amwaj Catering Services Limited — snapshot infographic
Figure 62 — Crompton Catering & Support Services Co. W.L.L — snapshot infographic
Figure 63 — Qatar Caterers & Contractors W.L.L — snapshot infographic
Figure 64 — ZAD Catering Services — snapshot infographic
Figure 65 — Al Karam Al Arabi for Catering Services — snapshot infographic
Figure 66 — Perfect Food Catering — snapshot infographic
Figure 67 — YEMEK Doha Catering Services — snapshot infographic
Figure 68 — Qatar Aircraft Catering Company — snapshot infographic
Figure 69 — Alzaman International Catering & Trading — snapshot infographic
Figure 70 — Others: aggregated small-player profile highlights
Figure 71 — Recent strategic alliances & partnerships timeline (major deals)
Figure 72 — Recent developments: major contracts, expansions, and M&A events (2020–2025)
Figure 73 — Future outlook: scenario analysis (base / optimistic / pessimistic)
Figure 74 — Key assumptions used in forecasts
Figure 75 — Methodology appendix: weighting and interpolation techniques (chart)
Figure 76 — List of tables & data sources (visual index)

List of Table

Table 1 — Study objectives and research coverage
Table 2 — Product definition and classification
Table 3 — Market segmentation by type, operating model, service delivery, end user, enterprise size, and region
Table 4 — Key study variables and indicators
Table 5 — Research methodology summary (primary vs secondary data inputs)
Table 6 — Sources of secondary data and validation approach
Table 7 — List of companies interviewed (sample size & type)
Table 8 — Primary interview breakdown by designation, company size, and region
Table 9 — Qatar catering market — historical size (2020–2024) and forecast (2025–2034), in USD billion
Table 10 — CAGR analysis for Qatar catering market (2020–2034)
Table 11 — Market share by type (Contractual vs Non-Contractual), 2024–2034 (%)
Table 12 — Market share by operating model (In-House vs Outsourced), 2024–2034 (%)
Table 13 — Market share by service delivery model (Client/Company Paid vs User Paid), 2024–2034 (%)
Table 14 — Market share by end-user segment (Corporates, Healthcare, Hospitality, Others), 2024–2034 (%)
Table 15 — Market share by enterprise size (Large, Mid-size, Small), 2024–2034 (%)
Table 16 — Regional market size distribution (Al Khor, Ad Dawhah, Al Wakrah, Al Rayyan), USD billion
Table 17 — Market share by company (Top 10 Players by Revenue), 2024
Table 18 — Revenue share analysis of leading catering companies, 2020–2024 (%)
Table 19 — Qatar contractual catering market — size and forecast (2020–2034), USD billion
Table 20 — Contractual catering market — segmentation by type (%)
Table 21 — Contractual catering market — segmentation by operating model (%)
Table 22 — Contractual catering market — segmentation by service delivery model (%)
Table 23 — Contractual catering market — segmentation by end user (%)
Table 24 — Contractual catering market — segmentation by enterprise size (%)
Table 25 — Contractual catering market — segmentation by region (%)
Table 26 — Qatar non-contractual catering market — size and forecast (2020–2034), USD billion
Table 27 — Non-contractual catering market — segmentation by type (%)
Table 28 — Non-contractual catering market — segmentation by operating model (%)
Table 29 — Non-contractual catering market — segmentation by service delivery model (%)
Table 30 — Non-contractual catering market — segmentation by end user (%)
Table 31 — Non-contractual catering market — segmentation by enterprise size (%)
Table 32 — Non-contractual catering market — segmentation by region (%)
Table 33 — Comparative analysis: Contractual vs Non-Contractual catering models
Table 34 — Key market drivers and their impact assessment
Table 35 — Key challenges faced by catering operators in Qatar
Table 36 — Opportunity matrix by end-user segment
Table 37 — Vendor selection factors — ranking by corporate clients
Table 38 — Smart operational measures adopted by major catering vendors
Table 39 — Regional breakdown of catering demand by industry vertical
Table 40 — Cost structure analysis of catering services in Qatar
Table 41 — Average pricing benchmarks by catering type and end-user
Table 42 — Profitability comparison: In-House vs Outsourced catering
Table 43 — Labor and staffing ratios by company size
Table 44 — Technology and automation adoption rates among vendors
Table 45 — Sustainability and waste reduction initiatives — adoption by company size
Table 46 — Customer satisfaction levels by end-user segment
Table 47 — Competitive benchmarking of top catering players (key parameters)
Table 48 — Company profiles summary — operational overview
Table 49 — Compass Catering Services W.L.L — financial & operational data summary
Table 50 — Amwaj Catering Services Limited — financial & operational data summary
Table 51 — Crompton Catering & Support Services Co. W.L.L — financial & operational data summary
Table 52 — Qatar Caterers & Contractors W.L.L — financial & operational data summary
Table 53 — ZAD Catering Services — financial & operational data summary
Table 54 — Al Karam Al Arabi for Catering Services — financial & operational data summary
Table 55 — Perfect Food Catering — financial & operational data summary
Table 56 — YEMEK Doha Catering Services — financial & operational data summary
Table 57 — Qatar Aircraft Catering Company — financial & operational data summary
Table 58 — Alzaman International Catering & Trading — financial & operational data summary
Table 59 — Other regional players — summary of offerings & capacity
Table 60 — Recent partnerships, alliances, and M&A activities (2020–2025)
Table 61 — Key developments and expansion projects (2020–2025)
Table 62 — Market outlook: base, optimistic, and pessimistic scenario forecast
Table 63 — Key assumptions used in forecasting model
Table 64 — List of abbreviations used in the report
Table 65 — Data sources and references summary

Top Key Players & Market Share Outlook

  • Compass Catering Services W.L.L
  • Amwaj Catering Services Limited
  • Crompton Catering & Support Services Co. W.LL
  • Qatar Caterers & Contractors W.LL
  • ZAD Catering Services
  • Al Karam Al Arabi for Catering Svcs
  • Perfect Food Catering
  • YEMEK Doha Catering Services
  • Qatar Aircraft Catering Company
  • Alzaman International Catering & Trading

Frequently Asked Questions

   A. The Qatar Catering Services Market is anticipated to register a CAGR of around 7.4% during the forecast period, i.e., 2026-34.

   A. The boom in the expansion of the corporate industry to upscale the catering services demand, further drive the market through 2034.

   A. Ingredients cost control poses a challenge to the Qatar Catering Services Market.

   A. The organization of national & international events to create lucrative opportunities for the Qatar Catering Services Market.

   A. Contractual held the dominating share in the Qatar Catering Services Market, and this trend is anticipated to persist from 2026 to 2034.

   A. Compass Catering Services W.L.L, Amwaj Catering Services Limited, Crompton Catering & Support Services Co. W.LL, Qatar Caterers & Contractors W.LL, ZAD Catering Services, Al Karam Al Arabi for Catering Svcs, Perfect Food Catering, YEMEK Doha Catering Services, Qatar Aircraft Catering Company, Alzaman International Catering & Trading