Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), one of the world’s largest catering operations, has announced an investment of AED60m (US$16m) in the renewal of its ground fleet, with the purchase of 53 aircraft catering trucks.
The acquisition is part of a broader strategy to introduce 120 next-generation vehicles over the next five years.
The agreement, signed with aviation and logistics companies Mallaghan, Al-Futtaim Auto and Machinery Company (FAMCO), and Volvo, will see a total of 92 new trucks added to EKFC’s fleet within the next 12 months.
The first batch of vehicles is expected to be deployed later this year.
The trucks, Volvo FL 250 4X2 models compliant with Euro 6 standards, are equipped with advanced sensors and monitoring systems to improve operational efficiency and reduce emissions.
In addition to the fleet expansion, EKFC is partnering with Mallaghan, FAMCO, and Volvo Trucks on a proof-of-concept electric aircraft catering truck, the first of its kind in the region.
Designed specifically for use at Dubai International Airport, the electric vehicle will serve as a prototype for future emission-free ground catering operations, with a targeted operational launch by summer 2026.
Ramez Hamdan, Managing Director Al-Futtaim Industrial Equipment, said: “Securing this milestone agreement with Emirates Flight Catering marks a proud chapter in FAMCO’s journey toward a more sustainable future.
“By partnering to introduce the region’s first electric Volvo truck at Dubai Airport, alongside 52 advanced Euro 6 trucks, we are not just enhancing fleet capability, we are delivering on ESG priorities through real-world impact: reducing emissions, promoting responsible logistics, and enabling long-term value.”
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