Growth sectors and sustainable trends from 2025

The hospitality industry is facing an exciting turning point: from 2025 onwards, new growth opportunities will open up in various areas, while sustainability and innovative packaging solutions will be the focus. Restaurants, snack bars, canteens and delivery services can benefit from these trends if they implement environmentally friendly practices and focus on the needs of their customers. But which growth sectors are meant? And what are the sustainable trends from 2025 onwards ?

Which sectors in the catering industry are expanding?

1. Vegan and vegetarian gastronomy: The trend towards plant-based food will continue to gain momentum. Consumers are looking for healthier and more environmentally friendly options. Restaurants that offer vegan dishes or even develop purely plant-based menus will continue to be on trend.
2. Ghost Kitchens: Delivery-oriented kitchens without seating are booming. With the increasing demand for delivery food, this industry will continue to expand. Ghost kitchens offer flexibility and reduce operating costs, making them particularly attractive to young restaurateurs.
   
3. Regenerative agriculture and regional cuisine: Restaurants that rely on regional and sustainably produced ingredients are becoming increasingly popular. Customers increasingly prefer short supply chains and traceable food origins.
   
4. Specialized concepts: Theme restaurants or establishments that focus on specific dishes such as bowls, ramen or craft burgers also have great growth potential.

Tips for environmentally friendly catering practices

• Avoiding food waste: Introducing smart inventory management systems and working with local food banks or food sharing platforms help to minimize food losses. Offer your customers the option of smaller portions at reduced prices.
• Reusable concepts: The use of reusable packaging , such as reusable cups or containers, is increasingly in demand among customers. The expansion of such systems is essential to ensure greater sustainability in the catering industry from 2025 onwards.
• Renewable energies: Restaurants can reduce their energy costs and operate more sustainably by using solar panels or green electricity.
• Training: Regular training for your employees in the areas of environmental protection and waste separation helps to increase the environmental friendliness and thus the image of your company.

Sustainable Packaging Trends 2025

• Compostable materials: Packaging made from bagasse or bamboo is increasingly becoming the packaging standard because it is biodegradable and suitable for direct food contact.
• Edible packaging: Innovative edible packaging will increasingly come into the spotlight. It could reduce packaging waste immensely in the future.
• Personalized packaging: Sustainable packaging that can be printed not only increases the reach of your own brand, but also combines environmental awareness with marketing, which go hand in hand.
• Recycled materials: rPET and recycled paper will continue to be used in various catering industries to reduce plastic waste.
  

Packaging 2025 – The Future of Gastronomy

In 2025, the hospitality industry will continue to be increasingly characterized by expansion into sustainable and specialized areas. By implementing environmentally friendly practices and using innovative packaging trends, hospitality businesses can not only delight their customers, but also make a positive contribution to the environment. A positive side effect: the image of your business is strengthened by environmentally friendly practices! Sustainability is therefore not just a trend, but a must. Environmental friendliness pays off in the long term - both ecologically and economically.