Boeing and Emirates SkyCargo announced an order for five additional 777 Freighters as the operator again picks the world’s most capable twin-engine freighter to meet growing cargo demand. The new purchase takes Emirates’ order book to 245 Boeing widebody airplanes, including 10 777 Freighters. Emirates SkyCargo is the cargo division of Emirates, the world’s largest international airline. Its investment in the 777 Freighter will boost main deck cargo capacity 30% by 2026. In all, Emirates’ freighter fleet will grow to 17 airplanes – including 777 Freighters, 777 converted freighters and 747 Freighters.
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