Emirates SkyCargo has started 2025 with a 15% increase in cargo capacity compared to January 2024, driven by strategic investments to accommodate surging global demand.
The freight division of Emirates Airline has strengthened its operations with two wet-leased Boeing 747 freighters and the delivery of its first production-built Boeing 777 freighter. This marks a significant step in its plan to expand its fleet to 21 aircraft by December 2026.
Badr Abbas, Divisional Senior Vice President of Emirates SkyCargo, highlighted the division’s progress:
“Throughout 2024, we made significant investments in new and leased freighter aircraft to address evolving supply chain and air cargo demands worldwide.
Enhancing our cargo capabilities supports Dubai’s Economic Agenda, helping us expand operations and reach new destinations.”
The two Boeing 747 freighters, leased through a partnership with Compass Group, provide immediate capacity, particularly for eCommerce shipments from Asian markets.
Emirates SkyCargo’s fleet now includes 10 owned Boeing 777Fs and six wet-leased 747s, with 13 additional Boeing 777Fs scheduled for delivery by 2026.
These fleet enhancements have enabled Emirates SkyCargo to expand its freighter network to 38 destinations, including a new weekly service to Copenhagen, Denmark. Additionally, the airline’s A350 passenger aircraft contributes up to 12 tonnes of bellyhold cargo capacity per flight, further supporting its growing network.
Leveraging Emirates’ extensive widebody passenger network, the cargo division connects key global markets such as Madagascar, Uganda, Ethiopia, South Africa, and Australia.
This seamless integration ensures reliable transportation of goods worldwide, reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global logistics hub and driving the next phase of Emirates SkyCargo’s growth.
