Emirates SkyCargo launches first Central Asian freighter route

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Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, has launched a dedicated weekly freighter service from Dubai to Almaty International Airport in Kazakhstan, commencing today, 16 June. Almaty marks the UAE air cargo specialist’s first destination in Central Asia and serves as an important economic and trade gateway to the region.

The new weekly service will utilize Boeing 777F freighters, providing over 100 tons of cargo capacity per rotation. The route is set to transport key commodities including electronics, perishables, machinery, and various consumer goods.

Badr Abbas, Emirates SkyCargo’s Divisional Senior Vice President, commented on the launch:

“Emirates SkyCargo’s weekly freighter service to Almaty aligns with our role as a global trade facilitator and marks an important step in expanding our network and connectivity to Central Asia—a region experiencing dynamic growth.

“Our flights will provide new opportunities for businesses in Almaty and the surrounding region to scale their international operations, while offering our global customers convenient, rapid widebody cargo connectivity to a strategic marketplace.

“The expansion into Almaty supports our long-term growth strategy and D33 Dubai Economic Agenda objectives, accelerating foreign trade and Dubai’s standing as a global logistics hub.”

The launch comes during a period of rapid momentum for Emirates SkyCargo as it expands both its fleet and global network. Driven by this growth strategy, the carrier’s dedicated freighter fleet is expected to reach 22 aircraft by the end of the year.

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