Emirates SkyCargo has introduced 40 Euro 6 trucks from MAN Trucks to its ground operations fleet in collaboration with Allied Transport Company, becoming the first operator in the region to deploy long-haul, heavy commercial Euro 6 vehicles.
The trucks feature engines that meet emissions standards, resulting in lower levels of pollutants compared to previous models. Emirates SkyCargo expects a 17 per cent reduction in carbon dioxide emissions from trucking operations following the replacement of 40 trucks with the Euro 6 models.
“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,” Badr Abbas, Divisional Senior Vice President, Emirates SkyCargo said in a statement.
Emirates SkyCargo partners with MAN Trucks for Euro 6 vehicle rollout
The Euro 6 trucks include kerb mirrors, reverse cameras and blind-spot reduction systems for 360-degree visibility. The vehicles feature an AI-powered Driver Monitoring System that triggers alerts when it detects driver distraction or fatigue.
Each truck is equipped with dual cameras that record the front of the truck and in-cabin simultaneously. GPS and cloud tracking provide Emirates SkyCargo with live fleet monitoring, video transmission and data insights.
“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,” Ali Bin Beyat, Chief Executive Officer, Allied Transport Company added.
Emirates SkyCargo’s truck fleet moves over 1,000 tonnes of cargo each day between Al Maktoum International Airport and Dubai International Airport. The trucks traverse the 77-kilometre bonded corridor up to six times per day.
The investment in the new truck fleet will enhance efficiencies in the airline’s ground operations across its dual-airport hub.
