Melon Processing Equipment Market Report 2026

The melon processing equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.17 billion in 2025 to $1.25 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing fresh-cut fruit industry, increasing labor costs in food processing, rising demand for processed melon products, adoption of manual and semi-automatic processing equipment, focus on product consistency and quality.

The melon processing equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.63 billion by 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of fully automated melon processing lines, growth in juice and beverage production, rising investment in smart food processing technologies, demand for extended shelf-life products, expansion of global melon production and exports. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing automation in melon processing operations, rising adoption of hygienic and food safety-compliant equipment, growing demand for energy-efficient and sustainable processing systems, expansion of multi-functional equipment for value-added products, integration of real-time monitoring and quality control systems.

The increasing demand for processed fruits is expected to propel the growth of the melon processing equipment market in the coming years. Processed fruits refer to fruits that have been deliberately transformed from their fresh state through methods such as canning, drying, juicing, freezing, or preserving, enabling extended shelf life and convenient consumption. The demand for processed and ready-to-eat fruit products is rising as consumers increasingly prefer convenient food options that reduce preparation time and align with busy lifestyles. Melon processing equipment supports this trend by enabling efficient washing, peeling, cutting, deseeding, pulping, and packaging of melons into value-added products such as fresh-cut cubes, juices, purees, frozen chunks, and canned fruits, thereby contributing to enhanced processing efficiency. For instance, in June 2025, according to the UK government agency, total fruit supply increased from about 3.695 million tonnes in 2023 to 3.843 million tonnes in 2024, reflecting a 4% increase in overall supply year-on-year. Therefore, the increasing demand for processed fruits is supporting and propelling the growth of the melon processing equipment market.

Companies operating in the melon processing equipment market are increasingly focusing on technological advancements, such as semi-automatic precision cutting systems, to meet rising demand for ready-to-eat and minimally processed melon products driven by convenience food trends and the growing consumption of fresh-cut fruits. Semi-automatic cutters are specialized processing machines designed to efficiently cut melons along with related fruits such as pumpkins and watermelons into uniform portions using adaptable cutting configurations, improving consistency and throughput while reducing reliance on manual labor. In April 2025, PND, an Italy-based manufacturer of fruit processing machinery, launched the PWS Cutter, an advanced semi-automatic cutting system for melon processing. The PWS Cutter is constructed entirely from hygienic AISI 304 stainless steel to ensure durability and compliance with food safety standards. It features easily interchangeable components that allow processors to accommodate different melon sizes and cutting styles, along with safety-focused start-up controls and protective barriers to minimize operational risks. Additionally, the system incorporates standard output conveyors to streamline post-cut handling while simplifying cleaning and maintenance procedures.

In July 2025, Krones AG, a Germany-based provider of process, filling, and packaging technology equipment, acquired a 60% stake in GHS Separationstechnik GmbH for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Krones aimed to strengthen its process technology and packaging capabilities to support broader food and beverage processing applications, including juice and related processed products. GHS Separationstechnik GmbH is a Germany-based company that provides equipment suitable for melon processing through its food-grade centrifuges and decanters.

Major companies operating in the melon processing equipment market are Alfa Laval AB, GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft, Krones AG, Bucher Industries AG, Bühler Holding AG, JBT Corporation, Syntegon Technology GmbH, Meyer Industries Inc., Heat and Control Inc., Hosokawa Micron Corporation, Shanghai Chase Industrial Co. Ltd., Key Technology Inc., Silverson Machines Ltd, Atlas Pacific Engineering Company Inc., Lyco Manufacturing Inc., Bajaj Processpack Limited, Kiremko B.V., GREEFA B.V., Fenco Food Machinery S.r.l., Sormac B.V., Bertuzzi Food Processing S.r.l., Jaygo Incorporated, TOMRA Systems ASA.

North America was the largest region in the melon processing equipment market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the melon processing equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the melon processing equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The melon processing equipment market consists of sales of melon washing machines, peeling machines, cutting machines, slicing machines, deseeding machines, pulping machines, juice extractors, sorting machines, grading machines, conveyor systems, packaging machines, dehydration units, cooling tunnels, storage tanks. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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