Emirates Group: 3,700 New Hires in Six Months

Emirates Group: Over 3,700 New Hires in First Half – Expansion Continues

The Emirates Group, which includes the Dubai-based Emirates airline and the ground-handling company dnata, continues to grow robustly. In the first six months of the 2025-26 financial year, more than 3,700 new employees were hired, bringing the total workforce to 124,927 by the end of September. This represents a three percent increase compared to figures from the end of March, demonstrating that the Emirates Group is expanding not only its services but also its human resources to keep pace with the revival of the international aviation sector.

Global aviation's dynamic growth propels Emirates forward

The resurgence of global travel enthusiasm in recent years has created tremendous opportunities for airlines, especially for Emirates, located strategically in Dubai. The continuous increase in demand for air travel drives the company to expand its flight network, fleet, and concurrently increase its workforce to accommodate the growing needs.

The company is not only increasing the number of aircraft but also expanding the fleet with new types. Introducing brand new Airbus A350s into service is a significant step, as these aircraft offer not only greater efficiency but also a modernized travel experience for passengers. Additionally, the well-known A380 superjumbo jets and Boeing 777s continue to play a significant role in the network operations, increasingly equipped with premium comfort, including the renowned Premium Economy class.

Worldwide recruitment – open days and online applications

The Emirates group's recruitment campaign is ongoing globally. Interested candidates can apply through the Emirates' official website or attend personal open days organized in various countries. In the coming months, several cities will host such events, including Skopje, Bucharest, Auckland, Barcelona, Lisbon, Cluj-Napoca, London, Melbourne, Vienna, Newcastle, Porto, and Valencia.

This open, international approach allows talented applicants from around the world to join the company and start new careers in Dubai with one of the world's most renowned airlines.

Innovation, investment, and employee appreciation

According to a statement from the group, both Emirates and dnata have invested significant amounts recently, not only in improving the passenger experience but also in innovation, technological advancement, and employee well-being. The latter is particularly important, as the company believes employee satisfaction and safety are fundamental to providing quality service to customers.

For Emirates, it's not only the passengers that matter but also the people who ensure the behind-the-scenes work every day— from pilots and cabin crew to ground handling and administrative areas.

The role of dnata in growth

While the spotlight often falls on Emirates airlines, the activities of dnata, which play a key role in ground-handling operations, should not be overlooked. dnata operates in multiple countries worldwide and is responsible for baggage handling, check-in, catering services, and cargo management.

The company is expanding in these areas as well, introducing new facilities and technologies, necessitating the hiring of new employees. The expanding capacities enable smoother handling of passenger and cargo traffic at Dubai airports.

The vision for the future: capacity growth and revenue expansion

According to the Emirates group's forecasts, demand for aviation remains strong, even though economic challenges and geopolitical tensions complicate the market environment in several regions worldwide. The company aims to continue capacity expansion in the second half of the 2025-26 financial year to increase its revenue.

A strategic component of this involves introducing new aircraft, launching new destinations, and increasing the frequency of existing flights. Additionally, the development of digital services, such as expanding passenger self-service options, helps the company remain competitive in the global market.

Career opportunities with a global brand

The Emirates name has long been associated with luxury, reliability, and innovation. Those who join the company can be part of a workplace that offers career development, international experience, and professional growth. Emirates and dnata do not just offer jobs but also long-term perspectives in an environment positioned at the intersection of Dubai's forward-looking vision and the new challenges of global aviation.

(Source of the article: Emirates Airlines statement.)