Market Size (2016)
2016
$812.76M
Vertical: HealthcareBase Year: 201811 Sections
Market Size (2016)
2016
$812.76M
Projected (2024)
2024
$1.28B
CAGR (2016–2024)
5.9%
5.9%Key Players
112+
Mortuary equipment are the apparatus used in a mortuary for storing human corpses. Technological advancements and automation in mortuary procedures have led to the growth of the global mortuary equipment market in recent years. Factors such as high mortality rate and rising number of unclaimed bodies in morgues are expected to fuel the market growth. However, the development of anatomage table and high cost of mortuary equipment are likely to restrain the market growth over the forecast period.
The global mortuary equipment market is growing at a rapid pace and is expected to reach USD 1,282.81 million by 2024 from USD 890.93 million in 2018 and is expected to register a CAGR of 6.48% during the forecast period of 2019 to 2024. In 2018, the market was led by the Americas with a 37.2% share, followed by Europe and Asia-Pacific with shares of 32.1% and 23.6%, respectively.
The global mortuary equipment market has been segmented, on the basis of product type into refrigeration units, autopsy platform, dissection tables, cadaver lifts and trolleys, embalming workstation, and others. The refrigeration segment accounted for the largest market share of 26.0% in 2018, with a market value of USD 231.40 million, and is projected to register a CAGR of 4.25% during the forecast period.
The global mortuary equipment market has been segmented, based on end user into hospitals, academic institutions and research organizations, forensic laboratories, and others. Based on end user, the hospitals segment accounted for the largest market share of 40.6% in 2018, with a market value of USD 361.85 million, and is projected to register a CAGR of 7.61% over the assessment period.
The Mortuary Equipment Market market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.9% from 2016 to 2024.
Historical performance and future projections (2020–2030, USD Billion)
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View Subscription PlansMortuaries are places where dead bodies are preserved and stored for performing autopsies or for educational and research purposes. Many equipment are used in mortuaries for preservation and for storing the cadavers for research and education. The high mortality rates, technological advancements, automation in mortuary procedures, and rising number of unclaimed bodies in morgues are likely to contribute to the growth of the market over the assessment period.
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View Subscription PlansThis report applies a rigorous multi-stage research process combining primary interviews, secondary data sources, and bottom-up market modelling to ensure accuracy and completeness across all segments and geographies.
Base Year
2018
Historical Period
2016 – 2018
Forecast Period
2018 – 2024
Primary Interviews
150+
Historical data (2016–2018) and forecast period (2018–2024)
Our research process spans primary interviews with industry stakeholders combined with comprehensive secondary data analysis, validated through triangulation across multiple independent sources.
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View Subscription PlansBargaining Power of Suppliers
Bargaining power of suppliers in the global mortuary equipment market is low to medium. The suppliers in the global mortuary equipment industry are the manufacturers of mortuary equipment used for manufacturing of mortuary trolleys, mortuary refrigerators, autopsy, dissecting tables, and stainless-steel product. Currently, a huge number of suppliers are present in the market due to the availability of huge opportunities, heavy demand, and increasing government support. Currently, major players are accounting for a significant share of the market. Switching cost of the suppliers is medium because suppliers tend to enter into long-term associations, partnership, and deals with the other mortuary equipment manufacturing companies.
Bargaining Power of Buyers
The bargaining power of the buyers is low to medium in the global mortuary equipment market due to the presence of a high number of providers of mortuary equipment-based products. Also, the market has many buyers comprising hospitals, academic institutions, and research organizations and forensic laboratories. Also, buyers prefer products manufactured by known brands. However, there are a few big brands present in the market. Because of this, the bargaining power of the buyer is low to medium.
Threat of New Entrants
The threat of new entrants in the global mortuary equipment market is low to medium. Any company trying to enter the market is required to accept the mandatory regulatory standards issued by government authorities. The market is also characterized by a high degree of brand loyalty, where establishing a brand name is difficult for newcomers. Moreover, if a company desires to survive in the market, they have to introduce an innovative product, and product innovation requires a large amount of investment as well as time. Also, there are very strict government regulations which a company has to follow in the market. However, the presence of huge opportunities in the market has slightly increased the threat of new entrants to the market.
Threat of Substitutes
The threat of substitutes in the global mortuary equipment market is low to medium. Currently, there are very less substitutes to mortuary equipment. For instance, necropsy station covered cadaver carrier and custom equipment. Hence, the threat of substitutes is low in the mortuary equipment market, due to the availability of options in the market.
Intense Rivalry
The degree of competition in the global mortuary equipment market is high. Many major companies are present in this market. Also, these players have a high degree of product differentiation. They are introducing innovative and more affordable products in the market. These factors increase the rivalry in the mortuary equipment market. Companies involved in mortuary equipment market are trying to acquire new players in the market and merge with major players to survive in the market. Major players are trying to achieve an edge in the market, which is creating a high rivalry in the market.
Market estimates by geography (2024)
InsightAmericas leads with $454.91M by 2024, while Asia Pacific is projected to grow fastest at a 6.7% CAGR.
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View Subscription Plans| REGION | 2016 | 2018 | 2024 | CAGR | SHARE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Pacific | $188.46M | $236.19M | $317.44M | 6.7% | 25% |
| Americas | $307.34M | $361.40M | $454.91M | 5.0% | 35% |
| Europe | $259.16M | $317.85M | $418.07M | 6.2% | 33% |
| Middle East and Africa | $57.80M | $70.57M | $92.40M | 6.0% | 7% |
| Total | $812.76M | $986.01M | $1.28B | 5.9% | 100% |
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$1.28B
| APPLICATION | REVENUE ($B) | GROWTH RATE | MARKET PENETRATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autopsy Platform | $330.45M | 5.9% | 54% |
| Refrigeration Units | $293.54M | 5.9% | 47% |
| Embalming Workstation | $231.16M | 5.9% | 81% |
| Cadaver Lifts and Trolleys | $181.92M | 5.9% | 78% |
| Dissection Tables | $147.07M | 5.9% | 88% |
| Others | $98.69M | 5.9% | 53% |
* Revenue projections based on 2025 estimates. Growth rates represent CAGR 2024–2030. Market penetration indicates current adoption rate within addressable market segments.
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Analytical insights on Mortuary Equipment Market covering market dynamics, competitive landscape, and strategic outlook.
The Mortuary Equipment Market market is projected to reach $1.28B by 2024, growing at 5.9% CAGR. The Autopsy Platform segment holds the largest share.
The growth of the global mortuary equipment market is driven by a lot of factors such as technological advancements and automation in mortuary procedures, high mortality rate, and the rising number of unclaimed bodies in morgues. However, factors such as the development of the anatomage table and high costs of mortuary equipment may hamper the growth of the market during the forecast period
High demand for technology and automation in mortuary procedures is expected to drive the growth of the global mortuary equipment market. Automated mortuary equipment can make mortuary operations a little less inconvenient by reorganizing them. For instance, automated stacking trolleys and washing or embalming trolleys are being used a lot to reduce the need for manual labor. Also, companies are engaged in constant research and development activities to introduce technologically - advanced mortuary equipment, hence fueling market growth. For instance, in November 2017, Mopec, Inc. introduced a new cadaver lift series that has a versatile design and performance and can provide safe and balanced load. Therefore, technological advancements and automation in mortuary procedures are expected to drive market growth.
Companies that are into manufacturing of mortuary equipment or distribution of this equipment have opportunities to expand in emerging economies by merging with other companies in those markets. Also, established companies can acquire small companies in untapped areas and increase their market share. Developing regions such as Asia-Pacific and the Middle East do not have a well-developed mortuary equipment market as compared to developed regions such as the Americas and Europe. So, immense opportunities are available for established companies in the industry to tap these developing regions and expand their business throughout the globe.
The anatomage table is the most technologically innovative anatomy visualization system for studying anatomy. It is a stretcher size screen on wheels that displays a digital body that can be virtually dissected by medical students. This technology does not require any mortuary equipment or a real cadaver and is being adopted by the world’s leading medical schools and institutions including UNSW Australia. It gives an all-in-one, touch interactive display system, true human anatomy in a life-size scale, classroom or laboratory integration, radiological imaging workstation, unique and rare pathology examinations, and medical and surgical device demonstration. The development of such virtual technologies is likely to restrain market growth
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Profiles of 112 companies operating in the Mortuary Equipment Market market, including revenue, employee count, and market positioning where available.
Showing 112 of 112 companies
Flexmort
Company Headquarters: Birmingham, UK Founded: 2010 Workforce: ~200 Company Working: Flexmort designs and manufactures innovative mobile mortuary cooling systems and accessories which are used across the globe. Flexmort body storage products have revolutionized the concept of mobile body storage, allowing the deceased to be cooled with dignity and without the need for large, heavy traditional mortuary refrigerators. These systems are in use throughout the world. Flexmort CuddleCotTM cooling system has been internationally recognized across the world as significantly helping parents who suffer the loss of their baby and is in use across hundreds of North American & European hospitals.
Funeralia GmbH
Company Headquarters: Germany Founded:1970 Workforce: ~500 Company Working: Funeralia GmbH is a leading manufacturer of cooling units, sectional tables, scissor-type charts, and equipment for pathology. The company also provides facilities for hospitals, laboratories, and mortuaries and is the only company in Germany that manufactures and produce mortuary products.
EIHF Isofroid
Company Headquarters: France Founded: 1972 Workforce: ~500 Company Working: EIHF Isofroid manufactures refrigeration devices for the funeral industry, such as refrigerator tables. It produces its own embalming fluids with the cooperation of embalmers and included all the necessary embalming instruments and equipment in the range.
Barber of Sheffield
Company Headquarters: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK Founded: 1991 Workforce: ~1000 Company Working: Barber of Sheffield develops stainless steel suture needles, drilled end needles, and hypodermic needles, among others. It is a long-established business based in Sheffield, England. Barber of Sheffield has continued to expand and over the years has moved into other markets including the veterinary, hospital, mortuary, funeral as well as the tattoo and piercing market. It initially offered traditional stainless-steel products but has also expanded in providing a broad spectrum of products into all these markets.
Ferno-Washington Inc.
Company Headquarters: Wilmington, US Founded:1955 Workforce: ~1000 Company Working: Ferno-Washington Inc. manufactures and distributes mortuary, and healthcare products. Its products include ambulance cots and accessories, including patient-care accessories and fasteners, restraints, mattresses and bedding, and blankets.
Mopec Inc.
Company Headquarters: US Founded:1992 Workforce: ~200 Company Working: Mopec Inc. designs and manufactures research equipment and instruments for laboratories worldwide. The company offers pathology, histology, necropsy, autopsy, morgue, and mortuary equipment and supplies. Its products include dissecting devices, autopsy accessories, fume handling products, grossing workstations, autopsy sinks and carts, dissection tables, transport and handling products, morgue refrigerators, laboratory furniture and caseworks, necropsy equipment, plastination products, and custom products.
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