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Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo division of Emirates, has upgraded its ground fleet with the latest-generation Euro 6 trucks from MAN Trucks, in partnership with Allied Transport Company. With 40 new vehicles entering service, Emirates SkyCargo becomes the first operator in the region to adopt long-haul, heavy commercial Euro 6 models—introducing the most advanced trucking technology into its on-road logistics operations.
The Euro 6 engine meets the world’s most stringent emissions standards, producing substantially lower levels of pollutants than previous models. By replacing 40 of its existing trucks with 40 Euro 6 vehicles, Emirates SkyCargo expects to achieve a 17 per cent annual reduction in carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions from its trucking operations. This initiative reinforces the airline’s broader commitment to adopting fuel- and emissions-saving measures across all areas of its ground operations.
Badr Abbas, divisional senior vice president, Emirates SkyCargo, said: “The addition of the Euro 6 trucks to our fleet is an important evolution in our commitment to more sustainable operations, and to investing in future-ready technology that will fuel our next era of growth. We expect cargo volumes to and through Dubai will continue to grow, driven by Dubai’s strategic Economic Agenda and are ready to play our part in better facilitating global trade by deploying the right equipment and infrastructure across our operations.”
Beyond emissions reduction, the Euro 6 trucks are equipped with advanced driver-assistance and safety systems. Each vehicle includes kerb mirrors, reverse cameras, and blind-spot monitoring for enhanced 360° visibility. Intelligent driver-assist features, such as the AI-powered Driver Monitoring System, provide real-time alerts when signs of distraction or fatigue are detected, helping elevate overall road safety standards.
Security and operational visibility are also enhanced with dual camera systems that record both forward and in-cabin views, supported by GPS and cloud-based tracking for live fleet monitoring, real-time video transmission, and data-driven performance insights.
Ali Bin Beyat, chief executive officer, Allied Transport Company, said: “The long-term relationship between Allied Transport and Emirates SkyCargo reflects our shared commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability in logistics. The introduction of the first long-haul Euro 6 fleet to the Middle East marks a major step forward in our collective effort to drive cleaner, smarter, and more efficient transport operations. At Allied Transport, we believe that efficiency and environmental responsibility go hand in hand, and this milestone showcases how enduring industry relationships and advanced technologies can together create meaningful progress toward a more sustainable future for regional logistics.”
Handling over 1,000 tonnes of cargo daily, Emirates SkyCargo’s truck fleet plays a critical role in linking Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and Dubai International Airport (DXB) via the 77 km bonded corridor—traversed up to six times a day per truck. The introduction of the Euro 6 fleet enhances operational efficiency and sets new sustainability and performance benchmarks for the airline’s dual-airport cargo operations.
