Emirates SkyCargo Launches New Freighter Service Connecting Milan with New York
Emirates SkyCargo has announced the launch of a new weekly freighter service connecting Milan (MXP) with New York (JFK) from 5th December 2026.
The service provides direct trade connectivity for exporters from Italy, particularly the Lombardy region, to the United States, one of the country’s most important trading partners.
Additionally, on the return leg, the freighter also provides businesses in the US, particularly in the greater New York region more export connectivity to markets in the Middle East and Asia via Dubai.
Badr Abbas, Divisional Senior Vice President, Emirates SkyCargo, said: “Milan is a key air cargo gateway for Italy and Europe where Emirates SkyCargo currently offers over 500 tonnes of weekly export capacity to global markets, including over 100 tonnes weekly bellyhold capacity on our passenger flights to New York.
"The new freighter service adds important maindeck capacity on a vital trade corridor offering exporters greater access, flexibility and reliability when serving customers in the United States.
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“Exports from the Greater New York region have seen strong growth, reflecting robust demand for reliable access to international markets.
"By combining enhanced freighter capacity with our extensive network of freighter and passenger services through Dubai, we are enhancing connectivity for pharmaceuticals, e-commerce, perishables and machinery from the US, while creating faster links to destinations across the Middle East, Asia and beyond.”
The new freighter flight, operated by Emirates SkyCargo’s Boeing 777-F aircraft and offering around 100 tonnes of capacity per flight, has been launched to serve the growing demand for export capacity from Northern Italy and the Lombardy region to partner markets.
Exports from Milan carried by Emirates SkyCargo grew 13% in FY 2025/26 compared to the previous year. By providing direct freighter connectivity from Milan to New York, the largest air cargo export destination for Italian goods, Emirates SkyCargo is creating faster and more efficient pathways for Italian exporters to reach customers across North America.
Key export commodities moving from New York include pharmaceuticals and healthcare products, perishables, e-commerce shipments, machinery and industrial components.
By combining dedicated freighter capacity with Emirates SkyCargo's extensive freighter and passenger network, the service offers customers greater flexibility, faster transit times and access to one of the world's most extensive cargo networks.
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