About Emirates
Emirates is Dubai's flagship airline and one of the largest international airlines in the world. Founded in 1985 with a small number of leased aircraft, it has grown into a global carrier connecting Dubai with destinations across six continents.
The airline's hub is Dubai International Airport, where it operates from a dedicated terminal. Its strategy centres on connecting passengers between regions through Dubai, taking advantage of the city's location between Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia.
Emirates is known for operating one of the largest fleets of wide-body aircraft, including the world's largest fleet of the Airbus A380 double-decker aircraft and a large fleet of Boeing 777s. Its long-haul focus allows it to carry large numbers of passengers on routes between major cities.
The airline has built a reputation for service, with features such as inflight entertainment, onboard lounges and showers on some A380 first-class cabins, and a premium experience in business and first class.
Emirates SkyCargo, its cargo division, transports freight around the world, and its loyalty programme, Emirates Skywards, rewards frequent travellers.
The airline is part of The Emirates Group, owned by the Government of Dubai, alongside dnata, which provides airport, travel and catering services.
Emirates has been central to Dubai's growth as a global tourism and business hub, bringing visitors and connecting the city to markets worldwide.
Sponsorships in football, cricket, tennis and other sports have made the Emirates brand recognisable around the world.
Emirates is a major national airline rather than a startup, and Startups UAE includes it for its central role in Dubai's economy and travel sector.
The airline's hub is Dubai International Airport, where it operates from a dedicated terminal. Its strategy centres on connecting passengers between regions through Dubai, taking advantage of the city's location between Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia.
Emirates is known for operating one of the largest fleets of wide-body aircraft, including the world's largest fleet of the Airbus A380 double-decker aircraft and a large fleet of Boeing 777s. Its long-haul focus allows it to carry large numbers of passengers on routes between major cities.
The airline has built a reputation for service, with features such as inflight entertainment, onboard lounges and showers on some A380 first-class cabins, and a premium experience in business and first class.
Emirates SkyCargo, its cargo division, transports freight around the world, and its loyalty programme, Emirates Skywards, rewards frequent travellers.
The airline is part of The Emirates Group, owned by the Government of Dubai, alongside dnata, which provides airport, travel and catering services.
Emirates has been central to Dubai's growth as a global tourism and business hub, bringing visitors and connecting the city to markets worldwide.
Sponsorships in football, cricket, tennis and other sports have made the Emirates brand recognisable around the world.
Emirates is a major national airline rather than a startup, and Startups UAE includes it for its central role in Dubai's economy and travel sector.