Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo division of the world's largest international airline, has placed a firm order for five additional Boeing 777 freighters. The US$ 1 billion order, with deliveries scheduled between 2025 and 2026, will increase the airline's total fleet to 315 wide-body aircraft.
In Q1 of the 2024-25 financial year, Emirates SkyCargo achieved exceptional performance, with load factors and tonnages consistently surpassing 2019 levels. The introduction of the new aircraft will boost main deck cargo capacity by 30%, enabling the airline to enhance its service to key markets and better meet global customer demand.
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates airline and Group said: “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.”
"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,” said Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “We deeply value Emirates’ trust in the Boeing wide body family and are committed to supporting their long-term strategic growth plan.”
With the staggered delivery of its new aircraft, Emirates SkyCargo will retire older freighters, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to operating one of the youngest and most efficient fleets in the sky.
In addition to the 10 Boeing 777Fs on order, the airline’s cargo capabilities will be bolstered by the 10 777-300ERs currently being converted into freighters, taking Emirates’ freighter fleet to 17 aircraft by the end of 2025. Harnessing the Emirates passenger fleet, the cargo division will continue to facilitate the fast, reliable and efficient movement of goods worldwide, offering customers more flexibility with a fleet mix of 777s, 777-Fs, 747Fs, A350s, and A380s.
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