dnata handles over 1 million tonnes of cargo in Dubai in one year

emirates7 - dnata has achieved a major milestone by handling over 1 million tonnes of cargo in Dubai between April 2024 and March 2025 — the highest volume the company has ever processed in a single year.

This 30% year-on-year increase highlights the strong demand for dnata’s dependable, high-quality cargo services.

Operating from state-of-the-art facilities at both Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), dnata currently supports more than 120 airline clients, efficiently managing a wide variety of cargo, including perishables, pharmaceuticals, hazardous materials, live animals, aircraft engines, and vehicles.

Guillaume Crozier, dnata’s Chief Cargo Officer, commented, “We’re extremely proud to reach this record-breaking milestone in Dubai — the birthplace of dnata and our largest cargo hub. This accomplishment showcases the strength of our operations and our essential role in ensuring the seamless flow of goods through the emirate.

“Our success is rooted in the dedication of our team and the excellent cooperation with key partners and authorities such as Dubai Airports, Dubai Customs, and Dubai Police. I extend my sincere gratitude to them all as we continue to elevate cargo handling standards both regionally and globally.

“We remain committed to investing in our operations and supporting Dubai’s continued development as a global hub for trade, connectivity, and innovation.”

dnata currently delivers high-quality, secure ground handling and cargo services at more than 90 airports across 16 countries. During the 2023-24 financial year, dnata handled 2.9 million tonnes of cargo globally — a 5% increase compared to the previous year.