The demand within the mortuary equipment market is set to increase over the years to follow. The need for medical analysis and post-mortems of dead bodies has created a plethora of opportunities for growth within the global market. Mortuaries are a part of the healthcare infrastructure that play a defining role in ascertaining the value and effectiveness of the healthcare industry. In recent times, several hospitals have developed dedicated mortuary facilities to preserve dead bodies for analysis. In several cases of accidents and mishaps, dead bodies retained from the spots need to kept inside mortuaries before the relatives of the deceased can claim them. For this reason, the total volume of revenues within the global mortuary equipment market is set to increase by a dramatic chase.
In this report preview, several trends operating in the global mortuary equipment market have been explained. Transparency Market Research (TMR) delves into the relevance of mortuary equipment for the healthcare industry in recent times. The development of dedicated mortuaries across several regions has created humongous demand within the global market. Furthermore, the seriousness of the healthcare industry to assist state authorities in investigating cases of unknown deaths have also given a thrust to market growth. The regional dynamics of the global mortuary equipment market have also been elucidated herein. Several people have criticized hospitals and healthcare facilities on their handling of mortuaries. For this reason, these units have become more cautious in their handling of mortuary operations.
Accountability and Responsibility of Healthcare Units
The healthcare industry has come the radar of focus for its accountability in handling affairs related to death and diseases. The development of mortuaries has been the most commendable achievement of the healthcare industry. Hospitals and healthcare units have earned accolades from state authorities for their careful handling of death-related affairs. These centers have an onus upon themselves to cater to the requirements of medical investigations post death. In light of these factors, it is safe to expect that the global mortuary equipment market would tread along a lucrative market. The use of quality-focused equipment across mortuaries holds tremendous relevance in the healthcare industry. Researchers are looking at developing new technologies to aid the development of effective and durable mortuary equipment.
Healthcare procedures are duly monitored by hospitals and healthcare bodies. This is done to ensure transparency of operations and to avoid negligence in handling medical cases. In the event of an unanticipated death of unknown persons, such as those during car accidents, it is important to preserve the dead body for further investigation. Government entities have entrusted hospitals and healthcare facilities with the responsibility of preserving these bodies. Therefore, development of mortuaries has become a matter of integrity and adherence for healthcare centers. Use of high-end mortuary equipment plays a defining role in the performance of these units. As the toll of death caused by unanticipated factors rises, the use of mortuaries has risen. This has put pressure on hospital authorities to maintain safe spaces for preserving dead bodies.
Body Bags to Attract Increased Demand
Several devices and technologies fall under the category of mortuary equipment, and each of these devices hold immense relevance across the healthcare industry. On the basis of type of equipment, the global market can be segmented into body display cabinets, dissection table, body bag, coffin trolley, embalming workstation, and embalming machines. The use of body bags has increased by leaps and bounds in recent times, creating new inlets for market growth and expansion. The outbreak of the novel coronavirus has caused thousands of deaths across the world. During the initial days of the pandemic, the demand for coffin trolleys and body bags increased by a dramatic chase. It is expected that the spread of the virus to new regional territories shall drive demand within the global mortuary equipment market.
Healthcare authorities are required to collaborate and liaise with investigation authorities and forensic laboratories. The need to delve into cases of murder, homicide, and suicide makes it necessary for investigation bodies to get core insights from healthcare providers. Autopsy reports play an important role in accomplishing criminal investigations related to murder cases. Furthermore, causes of death remain unknown in several other cases, giving rise to suspicion. This also necessitates the development of autopsy reports that can determine the cause of death in otherwise healthy patients. During all of the aforementioned procedures it is vital to preserve bodies of the deceased. Therefore, the total volume of revenues within the global mortuary equipment market shall rise at a dramatic pace.
North America to Lead Market Growth
On the basis of geography, the development and handling of mortuaries is guided by differing sets of rules and ordinances. Over the course of the past few months, the demand for mortuary equipment has increased by a dramatic chase across the US. The outbreak of the novel coronavirus has caused havoc across the healthcare sector of the US, causing thousands of deaths. Therefore, the total volume of revenues within the North America mortuary equipment market is set to increase at a noticeable pace. Besides, Asia Pacific has also witnessed advancements in handling of post-death medical practices. This factor has also created a plethora of avenues for market expansion in the regional market. Other regions pertaining to the global mortuary equipment market are Europe, South America, and the Middle East and Africa.
Some of the notable players operating in the global mortuary equipment market are Mortech Manufacturing Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., LEEC UK, and Flexmort.
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Report Description
1.2 Market Segmentation
1.3 Research Methodology
1.4 Assumptions
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
2.1 Market Snapshot: Global Mortuary Equipment Market
2.2 Comparative Analysis: Global Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, by Geography, 2014 & 2023 (Value %)
Chapter 3 Global Mortuary Equipment Market Overview
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Market Dynamics
3.2.1 Market Drivers
3.2.1.1 Constant technological advances leading to the introduction of automated mortuary equipment will drive the market growth
3.2.1.2 Increasing demand for well-maintained corpses for academic and commercial research along with forensics to favor the market growth
3.2.2 Market Restraints
3.2.2.1 Lack of awareness and low affordability may restrain the market growth
3.2.3 Market Opportunities
3.2.3.1 Scope for increased automation to enhance product efficiency
3.2.3.2 Investment in emerging economies with large target population
3.3 Regulatory Scenario: Mortuary Equipment Market
3.4 Value Chain Analysis: Mortuary Equipment Market
3.4.1 Value Chain Analysis: Global Mortuary Equipment Market
3.5 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis: Global Mortuary Equipment Market
3.5.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
3.5.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
3.5.3 Threat of Substitutes
3.5.4 Threat of New Entrants
3.5.5 Competitive Rivalry
3.6 Market Attractiveness Analysis: Global Mortuary Equipment Market, by Geography
3.7 Competitive Landscape
3.7.1 Market Share Analysis, by Key Players: Global Mortuary Equipment Market, 2014 (Value %)
Chapter 4 Global Mortuary Equipment Market, by Product Type
4.1 Overview
4.1.1 Global Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, by Product Type, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
4.1.2 Comparative Analysis: Global Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, by Product Type, 2014 & 2023 (Value %)
4.2 Refrigerators and Freezers
4.2.1 Global Refrigerators and Freezers Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
4.3 Autopsy and Dissection Tables
4.3.1 Global Autopsy and Dissection Tables Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
4.4 Cadaver Lifts
4.4.1 Global Cadaver Lifts Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
4.5 Cadaver Trolleys
4.5.1 Global Cadaver Trolleys Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
4.6 Others
4.6.1 Global Others Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
Chapter 5 Global Mortuary Equipment Market, by Application
5.1 Overview
5.1.1 Global Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, by Application, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
5.2 Research and Academics
5.2.1 Global Research and Education Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
5.3 Forensics
5.3.1 Global Forensics Application Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
5.4 Cultural
5.4.1 Global Cultural Application Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
Chapter 6 Global Mortuary Equipment Market, by Geography
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Global Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, by Geography, 2013–2023 (USD Million)
6.2 North America
6.2.1 North America Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, 2013–2023 (USD Million)
6.3 Europe
6.3.1 Europe Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, 2013–2023 (USD Million)
6.4 Asia Pacific
6.4.1 Asia Pacific Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, 2013–2023 (USD Million)
6.5 Latin America
6.5.1 Latin America Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, 2013–2023 (USD Million)
6.6 Middle East & Africa (MEA)
6.6.1 Middle East & Africa Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, 2013–2023 (USD Million)
Chapter 7 Recommendations
7.1 Focus on R&D activities and commercialize sophisticated mortuary equipment
7.2 Focus on establishment of R&D and manufacturing facilities in emerging economies
7.3 Focus on after sales service to retain customer loyalty
7.4 Business Partnerships and Collaborations with several end users to Strengthen Market Presence
Chapter 8 Company Profiles
8.1 Ferno-Washington, Inc.
8.1.1 Company Overview
8.1.2 Financial Overview
8.1.3 Product Portfolio
8.1.4 Business Strategies
8.1.5 Recent Developments
8.2 Flexmort
8.2.1 Company Overview
8.2.2 Financial Overview
8.2.3 Product Portfolio
8.2.4 Business Strategies
8.2.5 Recent Developments
8.3 KUGEL Medical Gmbh & o. KG
8.3.1 Company Overview
8.3.2 Financial Overview
8.3.3 Product Portfolio
8.3.4 Business Strategies
8.3.5 Recent Developments
8.4 LEEC UK
8.4.1 Company Overview
8.4.2 Financial Overview
8.4.3 Product Portfolio
8.4.4 Business Strategies
8.4.5 Recent Developments
8.5 Mopec
8.5.1 Company Overview
8.5.2 Financial Overview
8.5.3 Product Portfolio
8.5.4 Business Strategies
8.5.5 Recent Developments
8.6 Mortech Manufacturing, Inc.
8.6.1 Company Overview
8.6.2 Financial Overview
8.6.3 Product Portfolio
8.6.4 Business Strategies
8.6.5 Recent Developments
8.7 Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc.
8.7.1 Company Overview
8.7.2 Financial Overview
8.7.3 Product Portfolio
8.7.4 Business Strategies
8.7.5 Recent Developments
List of Tables
TABLE 1 Market Snapshot: Global Mortuary Equipment Market
TABLE 2 Global Mortuary Equipment Revenue, by Product Type, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
TABLE 3 Global Mortuary Equipment Revenue, by Application, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
TABLE 4 Global Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, by Geography, 2013–2023 (USD Million)
List of Figures
FIG. 1 Mortuary Equipment: Market Segmentation
FIG. 2 Global Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, by Product Type, 2014 (USD Million)
FIG. 3 Global Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, by Application, 2014 (USD Million)
FIG. 4 Comparative Analysis: Global Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, by Geography, 2014 & 2023 (Value %)
FIG. 5 Value Chain Analysis: Global Mortuary Equipment Market
FIG. 6 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis: Global Mortuary Equipment Market
FIG. 7 Market Attractiveness Analysis: Global Mortuary Equipment Market, by Geography, 2014
FIG. 8 Market Share Analysis, by Key Players: Global Mortuary Equipment Market, 2014 (Value %)
FIG. 9 Comparative Analysis: Global Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, by Product Type, 2014 & 2023 (Value %)
FIG. 10 Global Refrigerators and Freezers Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
FIG. 11 Global Autopsy and Dissection Tables Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
FIG. 12 Global Cadaver Lifts Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
FIG. 13 Global Cadaver Trolleys Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
FIG. 14 Global Others Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
FIG. 15 Global Research and Education Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
FIG. 16 Global Forensics Application Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
FIG. 17 Global Cultural Application Market Revenue, 2013 – 2023 (USD Million)
FIG. 18 North America Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, 2013–2023 (USD Million)
FIG. 19 Europe Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, 2013–2023 (USD Million)
FIG. 20 Asia Pacific Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, 2013–2023 (USD Million)
FIG. 21 Latin America Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, 2013–2023 (USD Million)
FIG. 22 Middle East & Africa Mortuary Equipment Market Revenue, 2013–2023 (USD Million)
FIG. 23 Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc.: Annual Revenues, 2012–2014 (USD Million)