dnata Achieves All-Time High Revenue, Emirates Strengthens Global Network and Sustainability Efforts
The Emirates Group has announced another record-breaking half-year performance for 2025–26, posting a profit before tax of AED 12.2 billion (US$ 3.3 billion) and a profit after tax of AED 10.6 billion (US$ 2.9 billion) — a 13% increase from last year. Group revenue grew by 4% to AED 75.4 billion (US$ 20.6 billion), while EBITDA reached AED 21.1 billion (US$ 5.7 billion), underscoring continued strong operational efficiency. The company’s cash reserves hit a record AED 56 billion (US$ 15.2 billion), reflecting solid liquidity to support ongoing investments, aircraft acquisitions, and dividend payments.
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Emirates airline played a pivotal role in this growth, achieving a record half-year profit before tax of AED 11.4 billion (US$ 3.1 billion) and a profit after tax of AED 9.9 billion (US$ 2.7 billion). The airline expanded its global reach with new routes to Danang, Siem Reap, Shenzhen, and Hangzhou, while also deploying additional flights to major destinations. Emirates received five new A350 aircraft and refurbished 23 aircraft under its US$ 5 billion retrofit program, further expanding Premium Economy offerings to 61 cities. The airline also strengthened its environmental efforts by using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at 37 airports and joining the Aviation Circularity Consortium to promote a circular economy in aviation.
Beyond operations, Emirates focused on brand expansion and partnerships, signing major sponsorships with FC Bayern Munich, Real Madrid Basketball, and the ATP Tour, among others. Passenger traffic rose by 4% to 27.8 million, supported by a 5% increase in available capacity. Emirates SkyCargo also performed strongly, transporting 1.25 million tonnes of cargo, up 4% year-over-year, and launched Emirates Courier Express, offering global express shipping solutions. Despite a 6% dip in cargo yields, the division’s capacity growth and product diversification helped sustain profitability across the network.
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Meanwhile, dnata recorded its highest-ever half-year revenue of AED 11.7 billion (US$ 3.2 billion), up 13% from last year, and a profit before tax of AED 843 million (US$ 230 million). The company’s airport services division led with AED 5.5 billion in revenue, driven by increased aircraft handling in Italy, Australia, the UK, and the UAE. dnata also invested US$ 110 million in 800 new low-emission ground support equipment units and launched its airport hospitality brand marhaba in the UK. Its catering, retail, and travel divisions saw double-digit growth, supported by strategic acquisitions and new contracts, reaffirming dnata’s expanding footprint and contribution to the Emirates Group’s continued success.
