G'day Anti-Skid On,
I think direct AKL services from DXB are inevitable but at the moment all of our A340-500's are commited elsewhere.
EK are launch customer for the A340-600 heavy which would be ideal for that sector.
As an aside, Mrs Camel just did a photo shoot in Toulouse on our A340-500 prior to delivery. Very jealous that she's seen it before me but she assures me it is something special cabin-wise.
I look forward to its arrival this week, and confirm it will be in SYD in December.
CC.