Liebherr achieved revenue of €1,171 million in the refrigerators and freezers product segment in the 2025 business year. This represents an increase of €76 million or 6.9 % year-on-year.

In the large electrical appliances sector, 2025 was a year of persistent pricing pressures and restrained consumer sentiment. The market volume around the world remained below pre-pandemic levels. In Europe in particular, consumers were very sensitive to price and were focused on core functions. The European market for refrigerators and freezers grew slightly, driven by the trend for brand names. Germany however saw a continuation of negative growth with further declines in demand and a weak consumer climate.

The commercial appliances market experienced renewed momentum in the scientific and healthcare product groups, while the food service and frozen food segments remained cautious about investment. The growing presence of international competitors, especially from Asia, also affected the market conditions.

Across the European Union, especially in Germany and France, revenue climbed, with Germany still the most important market for refrigerators and freezers for Liebherr. In non-EU countries, growth was stable. The North American market was confined by generally restrained demand, while business in Central and South America was slightly up on the previous year’s level. Gains could also be made in the region of Africa, Near and Middle East. In Asia and Oceania, revenue fell slightly.

During the business year, research and development was focused on energy efficiency, digitalisation and sustainable solutions. Liebherr realised important product innovations with the introduction of new French Door appliances and a modular platform for under counter appliances. Series production began on the first FNXa 522i freezer with BluRoX full vacuum insulation heralding a technological milestone. This innovation saw Liebherr take home the German Sustainability Award, among other honours.

Liebherr has also expanded its existing portfolio for commercial appliances with innovative solutions. The new scientific and healthcare table appliances, compatible with under counter installation, reduce energy consumption and improve temperature stability. They also have the option of intuitive Liebherr control and connectivity. The appliances can be connected with SmartMonitoring from Liebherr, either straight away or retrospectively. This cloud-based application constantly monitors the appliances, sounding an alarm in the event of temperature fluctuations and displaying all relevant data centrally in a digital format.

Artificial intelligence and digitalisation were also permanent features within the development processes in the 2025 business year. The progressive connectivity solutions and digital services, such as chatbots and B2B online stores, are an integral element of Liebherr’s digitalisation strategy.

Within this product segment, Liebherr invested in sustainable materials, such as recyclable plastics and energy-efficient components to reduce environmental harm.

For the current business year, the Group anticipates continued growth for the refrigerators and freezers segment. There are opportunities to be found in the energy-efficient product portfolio, in innovations such as BluRoX, and in the advance of digitalisation.