Emirates has announced it has placed a firm order for five more Boeing 777 Freighters (777s) for its cargo division – Emirates SkyCargo.
Emirates has announced it has placed a firm order for five more Boeing 777 Freighters (777s) for its cargo division – Emirates SkyCargo.
According to Emirates, the Dubai-based carrier expects the additional 777s to be delivered from 2025/2026. With its previous orders, Emirates now has 14 777Fs pending delivery until the end of 2026.
“We’re investing in new freighter aircraft to meet surging demand and provide our customers around the world with even more flexibility, connectivity, and options to leverage market opportunity,” said HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group. “Demand for Emirates’ air cargo services has been booming. This reflects Dubai’s growing prominence as a preferred and trusted global logistics hub, and also the success of Emirates SkyCargo’s bespoke solutions that address the needs of shippers in different industry sectors.”
“Emirates continues to set the direction for our industry and we deeply appreciate the trust they have placed in the Boeing widebody family to serve as the backbone of their global fleet,” said Stephanie Pope, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "We are proud to support Emirates SkyCargo’s growth as it relies on the performance and versatility of our 777 Freighter to further connect the world.”
By December 2026, Emirates SkyCargo expects to expand its dedicated freighter aircraft fleet of 11 777Fs to 21. Emirates has also signed a multi-year lease extension with Dubai Aerospace Enterprise for four of the aircraft. In addition, the airline states it remains invested to convert 10 passenger Boeing 777-300ERs into freighters.
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