Emirates SkyCargo – the cargo division of Emirates – has placed an order for five more Boeing B777Fs.
Emirates SkyCargo
Emirates SkyCargo will take delivery of five additional Boeing B777Fs between 2025 and 2026. The US$ 1billion order will take the airline’s total order book to 315 wide-body aircraft.
Demand for our world-class product and services is growing exponentially, further amplified by Dubai’s Economic Agenda which aims to double foreign trade and reinforce the city’s position as a global trading hub. This investment in additional Boeing 777 capacity enables us to cater to customer demand and marks a step forward on our long-term strategic growth plan.
The next phase of our strategy will include a full assessment for our future freighter fleet reviewing all aircraft options to ensure we are best equipped to respond to the evolving demands of the market and reaffirming our confidence in the role of airfreight and, more specifically, Emirates SkyCargo, in global trade.
Sheikh Ahmedbin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group said.
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The Dubai-based carrier says that its cargo division’s “performance throughout Q1 of 2024-25 financial year has been exceptional, with consistently high load factors and tonnages surpassing 2019 figures”. Once the new aircraft enter in service, available main deck cargo capacity will increase by 30%, “allowing the airline to deploy much-needed space into key markets, and better serve global customers”.
We are honored that Emirates SkyCargo, renowned for operational excellence and innovation, has once again selected the Boeing 777 Freighter to extend the reach of its global network. We deeply value Emirates’ trust in the Boeing widebody family and are committed to supporting their long-term strategic growth plan.
Stephanie Pope, President and Chief Executive Officer of Boeing Commercial Airplanes said.
With the staggered delivery of its new aircraft, the airline will retire older freighters. In addition to the 10 Boeing B777Fs on order, the airline’s cargo capabilities will be bolstered by the 10 B777-300ERs currently being converted into freighters, taking Emirates’ freighter fleet to 17 aircraft by the end of 2025.
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