Growing mortuary equipment market, driven by healthcare infrastructure growth and rising death rates
From GlobeNewswire: 2025-04-15 09:40:00
The global Mortuary Equipment Market was valued at USD 1.25 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 2.13 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 6.08%. Factors driving growth include increased demand for advanced equipment, an aging population, and higher mortality rates due to various diseases.
The U.S. Mortuary Equipment Market was valued at USD 0.36 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow to USD 0.58 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 5.46%. This growth is fueled by robust healthcare infrastructure, high elderly mortality rates, and a rising demand for modern funeral services.
The refrigeration units segment dominated the Mortuary Equipment Market in 2023, accounting for 30.25% of revenue. Autopsy equipment and platforms are expected to witness the highest growth, driven by increased demand for forensic pathology services and autopsy procedures.
In 2023, forensic labs and hospitals were the main consumers of mortuary equipment, but academic and research institutions are expected to have the highest adoption rate. The expansion of anatomy and pathology programs in medical schools is driving the need for sophisticated mortuary systems.
North America led the Mortuary Equipment Market in 2023, with a 37.20% share, attributed to robust healthcare infrastructure and a developed funeral industry. The Asia Pacific region is expected to experience the highest growth rate up to 2032, driven by urbanization, healthcare investments, and expanding medical education networks. The global focus on hospital infrastructure modernization and rising death rates in populous countries are driving the adoption of new mortuary systems. Recent developments include innovative products like premium mortuary trolleys and energy-efficient cold rooms. Statistics show a significant increase in the global death rate, with North America leading in mortuary facility penetration. Funeral homes in the U.S. are increasingly utilizing automated mortuary handling systems for efficiency.
In response to the demand for modern mortuary equipment, companies like Holland Supply, Link Mortuary Equipment, and Mopec are introducing innovative solutions like the Maestro Autopsy Platform and the FoldaCool Mortuary Cooling System. These products are designed to improve workflow, sanitation, and efficiency in funeral homes and forensic labs. The market for mortuary equipment is driven by a global increase in healthcare infrastructure spending and the need for advanced mortuary systems in new hospitals.
To meet the evolving standards and demands of the market, mortuary equipment manufacturers are constantly innovating and introducing new products like the Elevated Cadaver Trolley and the SS150XLC Single Deck System. With the average replacement cycle for mortuary refrigeration units being 6–8 years, there is a consistent demand for updated equipment in hospitals and funeral homes. The trend towards modernization and labor efficiency is reflected in the adoption of automated mortuary handling systems in funeral homes across the U.S.
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