Emirates
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Emirates Reports $1 Billion Profit in First Half of Financial Year
Dubai-based airline Emirates has announced its financial and operational results for the first six months of the 2026–2027 financial year. Despite the impact of regional conflicts and high fuel costs, the airline recorded a pre-tax profit of $1 billion. Emirates generated revenue of $15.5 billion during the period, while its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) reached $3.1…
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Emirates SkyCargo Launches AI Tech Service for Transporting Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure
Emirates SkyCargo has launched AI Tech, a new air cargo service designed to transport critical equipment used in the development and expansion of artificial intelligence technologies. Developed specifically for AI server racks, semiconductors, graphics processing units (GPUs), and other high-value technology equipment, the service aims to ensure the safe and timely delivery of sensitive cargo. The new service offers customers…
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Emirates Considers Three New US Destinations
Emirates is considering expanding its US network with potential nonstop flights to Denver, Detroit, and Philadelphia. Emirates President Tim Clark identified the three cities as possible future destinations during the Routes World conference in Frankfurt, Germany. The proposed routes from Dubai International Airport (DXB) would further strengthen the airline’s presence in the US market. Emirates currently serves 12 airports across…
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Seven Emirates Airbus A380s Grounded for Over a Year Due to Engine Maintenance Delays
Emirates is facing operational challenges due to significant delays in engine maintenance across its Airbus A380 fleet. Speaking at the Routes World 2026 conference in Frankfurt, Emirates President Tim Clark revealed that engine overhauls, which are contractually expected to take 85 days, are now taking more than 350 days. As a result of these delays, seven Emirates Airbus A380 aircraft…
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Emirates Plans to Keep A380 Fleet in Service Until 2041
Emirates President Sir Tim Clark discussed the future of the airline’s Airbus A380 fleet, delays in aircraft engine maintenance and ongoing uncertainties surrounding the Boeing 777X programme during an interview with Aviation Week’s Window Seat podcast. Clark said Emirates plans to extend A380 operations until 2041, revealing that the aircraft was the airline’s most profitable type in its fleet last…
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Emirates Unveils New Solutions for Accessible Travel
Emirates has showcased new technologies and solutions under development to improve the travel experience for passengers with disabilities and those requiring additional assistance at AccessAbilities Expo 2026, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from October 19–21. Highlights at the airline’s stand included a cabin familiarisation experience for visually impaired passengers, accessible biometric boarding gates and dedicated relaxation areas for…
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New Era for Emirates’ ice System: Dubai+ Comes Onboard
Emirates is expanding the content library of its ice inflight entertainment system, with Dubai+, featuring productions from the United Arab Emirates, set to become available to passengers. The dedicated Dubai+ collection will initially feature 10 programmes, 35 episodes and more than 20 hours of content, including productions such as Dara, Wadima w Halema and Dannoun. The collection, which also includes…
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Emirates Maintains Engine Concerns Over Airbus A350-1000
Despite its interest in the Airbus A350-1000, Emirates continues to have concerns over the Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engine that powers the aircraft. Emirates President Sir Tim Clark has previously raised concerns about the engine’s durability, particularly in Dubai’s high temperatures and sandy operating environment. The airline already operates the smaller Airbus A350-900, powered by Trent XWB-84 engines, and has spoken…
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Emirates Expands Network for Winter Season
Emirates has announced its flight plans and fleet investments for the upcoming winter season following a summer in which the airline carried more than 8.6 million passengers during July and August. The carrier will introduce new services and destinations to meet increased demand during the winter period. During the summer, Emirates recorded load factors above 75% across its West Asia,…
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Emirates Expands Flexible Travel Options
Emirates has introduced new measures to provide passengers with greater flexibility when changing or cancelling their travel plans. From August 10, 2026, passengers travelling to Dubai can make unlimited date changes without paying a change fee across most Economy and Business Class fares. Refund fees for Dubai flights have also been reduced to $25 or $50 depending on the fare…
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