Emirates SkyCargo, in collaboration with Allied Transport Company, will incorporate hydrogen-powered trucks into its trucking fleet as part of its ongoing commitment to implementing fuel-saving initiatives across ground operations.
The trucks, currently in production, will be onboarded to the fleet by the first quarter of 2026.
Emirates SkyCargo said its truck fleet comprises over 60 trucks and serves as a conveyor between Dubai World Central (DWC) and Dubai International Airport (DXB), as well as the wider domestic region.
The airline will deploy five hydrogen-powered trucks, marking a significant milestone in the company's gradual transition to alternative fuel vehicles. The inclusion of these trucks is expected to reduce Emirates SkyCargo's CO2 emissions while contributing to improved air quality.
Emirates SkyCargo noted that the hydrogen trucks, like the current diesel-powered vehicles, can carry up to 28 tonnes of cargo, ensuring no compromise on capacity.
They will be refuelled at two dedicated hydrogen fueling stations in Dubai - Expo City and the Al Qudra Dewa station. A full tank can provide a range of up to 700 km, ensuring seamless and low-emission transport.
"The deployment of hydrogen-powered trucks into our fleet marks an exciting development in our strategy to reduce emissions in our ground operations. We will continue to explore more ways to integrate alternative fuels and technologies and scale up efforts that mitigate our environmental footprint without compromising on the high standards of service our customers expect," said Badr Abbas, divisional senior vice president, Emirates SkyCargo.
Ali Bin Beyat, CEO of Allied Transport Company, voiced confidence in the future of hydrogen-powered transport.
"Through our extensive research, we are confident that achieving significantly reduced emissions is possible with hydrogen trucks, without relying on conventional power sources," he said.
"In partnership with Emirates SkyCargo, we are introducing Hydrogen-powered trucks across the UAE, especially in Dubai, to support a cleaner and sustainable logistics future," Bin Beyat said, noting that this initiative aligns with Emirates SkyCargo's sustainability goals and supports the UAE's vision for a greener future.
The hydrogen trucks are tractor units, compatible with a variety of trailers to accommodate different types of cargo, ensuring that Emirates SkyCargo can meet its diverse customer needs while minimising its environmental footprint.
Emirates SkyCargo noted that reducing emissions is one of the key pillars of its Environmental Sustainability Framework, with multiple initiatives dedicated to efficient operations.
