Emirates Flight Catering invests $16 million in 53 ground vehicles
May 29, 2025
One of the world’s largest catering operations, Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) has inked an agreement with Mallaghan, Al-Futtaim Auto and Machinery Company (FAMCO) and Volvo to acquire 53 aircraft catering trucks.
The agreement is aligned with EKFC’s extensive ground fleet renewal programme which will see 120 next-generation vehicles introduced over five years. The next 12 months alone will see 92 catering trucks added to the EKFC fleet.
“This investment is a key part of our broader strategy to implement industry leading initiatives, keep pace with ever-growing demand and strengthen EKF’s value proposition to our airline customers at our busy Dubai hub,” said Shahreyar Nawabi, CEO of Emirates Flight Catering.
The new Volvo FL 250 4X2 Euro 6 aircraft catering trucks that it is purchasing from FAMCO feature advanced sensors and monitoring systems to enhance efficiencies on the ground while loading and unloading from aircraft. The addition of the latest Euro diesel engine technologies will also help improve overall emissions reductions.
The deal will also see the three companies collaborating on a Proof-of-Concept electric aircraft catering truck, which will be deployed at Dubai International. Not only will this be the first in the catering provider’s fleet, it will also be a regional first in sustainable aviation catering equipment, according to EKFC. The electric truck is expected to be operating by summer 2026, “marking a milestone for EKFC and reinforcing our commitment to more sustainable operations and pushing the boundaries of innovation,” continued Nawabi.
EKFC currently operates a fleet of 300 aircraft catering trucks, delivering quality inflight dining experiences for more than 100 airline customers at DXB. The company’s culinary facility covers 16,000 sqm with a production capacity of over 250,000 meals per day.
