Emirates SkyCargo has collaborated with Allied Transport Company to add hydrogen-powered trucks to its trucking fleet, which will be onboarded to the fleet by the first quarter of 2026.
Emirates SkyCargo’s truck fleet comprises over 60 trucks and serves as a conveyer 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 key milestone in the company’s gradual transition to alternate fuel vehicles. The addition of these trucks is expected to reduce Emirates SkyCargo’s CO2 emissions while contributing to better air quality.
The hydrogen trucks, like the current diesel-powered vehicles, can carry up to 28 tons of cargo, ensuring no compromise on capacity. They will be refueled at two dedicated hydrogen fueling stations in Dubai – Expo City and the Al Qudra Dewa station, and a full tank can provide a range of up to 700 km, to ensure seamless and low-emission transport for Emirates SkyCargo’s customers.
Badr Abbas Divisional Senior Vice President – Emirates SkyCargo
“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.”
Ali Bin Beyat, CEO of Allied Transport Company, stated that,“Through our extensive research, we are confident that achieving significantly reduced emissions is possible with hydrogen trucks, without relying on conventional power sources. In partnership with Emirates SkyCargo, we are introducing Hydrogen-powered trucks especially in Dubai-to support a cleaner and sustainable logistics future. 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 minimizing its environmental footprint.
