Emirates to carry 70 million passengers with 250 aircraft in 2020

Emirates announced (23-Oct-2013) it expects to be the largest airline by passenger traffic in 2020, transporting 70 million passengers with a fleet of 250 aircraft. The airline will continue to work with its partners in Dubai, including Dubai Airports and UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority to ensure the necessary infrastructure is in place to support and capitalise on the forecast growth. [more - original PR]