2012-11-27 14:52:05 - New Food market report from IBISWorld: "Food-Service Contractors & Caterers in the UK"

Open for business: Demand for catering fell during the recession, but recovery is in sight

Industry operators provide catering services to clients, usually at the clients' or another chosen venue. Operators cater for private events such as weddings and birthday parties. Companies also cater for corporate functions including staff Christmas parties and board meetings. Businesses in this industry also provide food services to clients on a contracted basis. Contracts include agreed time periods of service, price and broad menu selections.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.


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Companies Mentioned in this Report: Sodexo, Compass, WSH

Report Table of Contents:

Industry Definition
Main Activities
Similar Industries
Additional Resources

INDUSTRY AT A GLANCE

INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Executive Summary
Key External Drivers
Current Performance
Industry Outlook
Industry Life Cycle

PRODUCTS & MARKETS
Supply Chain
Products & Services
Major Markets
Globalisation & Trade
Business Locations

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Market Share Concentration
Key Success Factors
Cost Structure Benchmarks
Barriers to Entry

MAJOR COMPANIES

OPERATING CONDITIONS
Capital Intensity

KEY STATISTICS
Industry Data
Annual Change
Key Ratios

JARGON & GLOSSARY

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