# Greek ready-to-eat meal market growth

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20261011-greek-ready-to-eat-meal-market-growth
> Updated: 2026-10-11T05:00:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The ready-to-eat meal market in Greece has grown into a significant retail sector, reaching a turnover of 1 billion euros. Research by IELKA indicates that the percentage of consumers purchasing these meals from supermarkets is projected to reach 29% in 2026, nearly doubling since 2016.

In response to this growth, major supermarket chains are expanding their offerings and infrastructure. Sklavenitis is developing its ‘Sklavenitis Food to Go’ concept and planning a 100 million euro production unit in Magoula capable of producing 250,000 meals daily. The company has also introduced a dedicated category of children’s meals. Similarly, AB Vassilopoulos is planning to launch children’s meals by 2027 in collaboration with Akis Petretzikis, building upon its existing range of 50 ready-meal products and its sushi bar locations.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-11: Greek supermarkets expand ready-to-eat and children's meal sectors

Greek supermarket giants Sklavenitis and AB Vassilopoulos are intensifying competition in the ready-to-eat meal market, with a new strategic focus on specialized children's meal categories.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-supermarkets-expand-ready-to-eat-and-childrens-meal-sectors

### 2026-09-14: Greek ready-to-eat meal market reaches 1 billion euros

The ready-to-eat meal market in Greece has reached a 1 billion euro turnover, with consumer demand projected to rise to 29% by 2026 as supermarkets expand their food service offerings.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-ready-to-eat-meal-market-reaches-1-billion-euros

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