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The employee stats referenced in the report and on the map do not include employees of service provider businesses that contract with FedEx for transportation, pick up, and delivery services.":1,"#Select a language":1,"#Toggle Autoplay":1,"#Franklin Family":1,"#Edberg Sisomvong - Europe":1,"#Connecting a vast majority of global GDP":1,"#Sang Guen Na - APAC":1,"#Open 2021 Economic Impact Report (Opens in a new window)":1,"#Open 2022 Global Economic Impact Report (Opens in a new window)":1,"#Open 2023 Global Economic Impact Report (Opens in a new window)":1,"#FedEx Freight Jet":1,"#Asia-Oceania":1,"#Explore Map Locations":1,"#© FedEx 1995-2024":1,"#Visit <a ljsid-2=\"\">fedex.com/policy</a> <span ljscm-4=\"\">and follow us on Twitter</span> <a ljsid-6=\"\">@FedExPolicy</a> <span ljscm-8=\"\">for FedEx policy perspectives. Have questions?</span> <a ljsid-10=\"\">Reach out via email</a>.":1,"#FedEx team members connect our global supply chains, and each has a FedEx story as unique as them. Read about some of our team members, including package handlers, store managers, and couriers, and then learn more about joining our team.":1,"#Our team members tell our global story":1,"#Next slide":1,"#Previous slide":1,"#FedEx is here to help small businesses access new markets around the world. See how Zelos Watches has been able to expand with FedEx.":1,"#Take a ride through Bogota with a FedEx e-bike courier in Colombia. With one of the largest networks of bike paths in Latin America, Bogota is a great location to deliver with e-bikes.":1,"#Approximately 16M shipments delivered each day":1,"#US-based FiftyFlowers sources flowers from more than 350 farms around the world, and utilizes the FedEx cold chain facility in Miami to ensure orders arrive fresh, intact, and on time to their final destinations across the globe.":1,"#We are committed to making a positive impact across the globe by delivering a more sustainable future, supporting our communities, helping small businesses grow, and beyond.":1,"#Headquartered in Dubai, FedEx is dedicated to helping the region of more than 80 countries grow and reach new customers.":1,"#Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa (MEISA)":1,"#FedEx plays a critical role in facilitating commerce across the Asia Pacific, connecting the region’s more than 100 countries to customers worldwide.":1,"#Asia Pacific":1,"#Powered by our hub in Paris and a network that spans 45 countries across the continent, FedEx links Europe to markets around the corner and across the globe.":1,"#From Brazil to Ontario, Texas to Peru, and everywhere in between, FedEx has an expansive presence across North and South America.":1,"#Follow FedEx around the world.":1,"#More than 500K team members worldwide*":1,"#View Map Data":1,"#or":1,"#Explore Locations":1,"#FedEx serves more than 220 countries and territories around the world and every ZIP code in the United States. Click to explore various locations around the world where FedEx is fueling innovation, supporting small businesses, and helping to lift individuals and their communities.":1,"#90% of FedEx suppliers are small and medium businesses.":1,"#$85 billion in economic output.":1,"#FedEx reach expands to every corner of the world, connecting people and possibilities by creating economic growth and opportunities across communities. We call this impact the FedEx Effect. Our latest Economic Impact Report examines this effect as well as the strategies, assets, and team members that allow us to serve over 220 countries and territories.":1,"#- The city of Memphis and Shelby County is the heart of the FedEx network, home to headquarters of FedEx Corp. - FedEx is the largest employer in the Memphis metropolitan area. - FedEx supports the Tennessee economy through extensive purchases with local companies. In CY 2022, FedEx spent $59.3 million with suppliers in Shelby County.":1,"#- Indianapolis International Airport is home to the second-largest FedEx hub in the world, a 3 million-square-foot facility capable of sorting up to 140,000 packages per hour and providing critical flexibility and capacity for U.S. and global shipments. - Including the Indianapolis air hub, FedEx operates 54 facilities in Marion County. - FedEx spent $78.3 with local suppliers in Marion County in CY 2022. These contributions from FedEx helped the Marion County Transportation sector achieve 1.8% GDP growth in FY 2023, outpacing the county’s overall GDP growth rate of 1.1%.":1,"#In January 2024, FedEx announced the official opening of its new and expanded China headquarters office. Situated in the heart of Shanghai West Bund, near the banks of the Huangpu River, the new FedEx China headquarters is designed as a “Next Generation Office.” It integrates various functions, including strategy development, planning and engineering, operations, marketing and sales, as well as financial management. The facility utilizes a variety of leading energy-saving technologies and is LEED Gold certified.":1,"#FedEx service to China began in 1984. Since then, FedEx has set up 103 branches, over 100 ground stations, nearly 11,292 employees and approximately 3,000 vehicles, with more than 300 international flights in China per week through its four major international gateways in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen. In FY2024, EVs represent 20% of the country’s fleet of pick-up and delivery vehicles. Additionally, two new flights from Qingdao and Xiamen to the U.S. were launched this year, with international gateway facilities at each location.":1,"#In May 2024, FedEx Cares volunteers from Thailand, collaborated with the World Vision Foundation of Thailand to raise awareness on waste management in rural areas. Team members devoted their time and effort to promote sustainability, environmental stewardship and contribute to improving the well-being of the Pa Deng community of Phetchaburi Province. Additionally, FedEx donated three environmentally friendly waste incinerators and three units of biogas systems to replace traditional waste disposal practices such as open-air incineration and landfills. This initiative is part of the FedEx Cares global community engagement program.":1,"#Bangkok, Thailand":1,"#FedEx spent $78.3 with local suppliers in Marion County in CY 2022. These contributions from FedEx helped the Marion County Transportation sector achieve 1.8% GDP growth in FY 2023, outpacing the county’s overall GDP growth rate of 1.1%.":1,"#Including the Indianapolis air hub, FedEx operates 54 facilities in Marion County.":1,"#Indianapolis International Airport is home to the second-largest FedEx hub in the world, a 3 million-square-foot facility capable of sorting up to 140,000 packages per hour and providing critical flexibility and capacity for U.S. and global shipments.":1,"#FedEx celebrated its 40th anniversary in Singapore with the opening of a new regional headquarters in February 2024. This strategic move primes FedEx for progress, bolstering logistics and talent development, and positioning the company to manage some of the fastest growing markets in the world. Situated at Centennial Tower, the new headquarters spans 2,694 square meters and prioritizes sustainability. The office incorporates green-certified renovation products, with approximately 80% of new materials meeting local certification standards. This new beginning underscores FedEx’s commitment to sustainability and innovation, helping to shape what’s next for its customers in a key global hub for trade, connectivity, and the global supply chain space.":1,"#In September 2023, FedEx Cares Philippines teamed up with the non-profit Feed the Children, to support disadvantaged children by donating hygiene kits to help prevent hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD).":1,"#In May 2024, FedEx announced the renewal of our Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) certification, making us the only express transportation company to achieve a class “AA” level AEO accreditation in the Freight Forwarder category in South Korea. As an AEO certified company, FedEx shipments receive prioritized customs clearance services, and our customers get the benefit of accelerated and simplified customs procedures in import and export filings, along with inspection and clearance.":1,"#Community Humane Shelter of Steuben County, Indiana, nominated by Joel Engle II, FedEx Freight, won the 2023 Giving Tuesday Grant Contest. The shelter was taking in over 120 dogs with only enough space to hold 40 dogs at a time. Joel was a novice at fostering without formal training, but soon evolved into fostering the aggressive dogs or dogs with severe behavioral issues. Joel believes both he and the dogs are impacted in a positive way and truly appreciates his weekends spent walking dogs and at adoption events.":1,"#Creating a sense of belonging. Kevin Dinglasan, Quality and Process specialist, Chicago Metro District, is an Asian and Pacific Islander Netork (APIN) co-lead who shared his Filipino heritage and experience as an APIN member for Asian and Pacific Islander (API) Heritage Month. Kevin shared how his heritage as a Filipino American shaped him as a person, instiling the importance of hard work, discipline “and love and respect for everyone.” Kevin believes diversity, equity, inclusion and opportunity (DEI&O) is about “encouraging and respecting each other and creating a space of belonging.” He joined APIN for the opportunity to participate in a group that educates and empowers others.":1,"#In February 2024, in a heartwarming collaboration between FedEx and Operation Warm, an initiative unfolded at Endeavor Elementary in Nampa, Idaho. Over 220 pairs of brand-new shoes were donated to children, creating smiles that echoed through the halls. The shared commitment to making a positive impact on young lives forged a bond between 20 generous FedEx Idaho volunteers.":1,"#Malama Mushrooms, a family-owned Hawaii-based business was awarded an Honorable mention as a part of the 2024 FedEx Small Business Grant. Mālama is Hawaiian for ‘protect & preserve’. A standard for Malama Mushrooms is everyday wellness products with functional mushrooms.":1,"#FedEx presents \"Tall Tales of True Deliveries,\" featuring Mikail, a FedEx driver in Georgia. Mikail received an impromptu delivery request from a young fan who stopped him on his route, asking for help in delivering a gift to his idol, pro skateboarder Tony Hawk. With the help of social media, not only did Mikail deliver the young fan's skateboard, but he also received a surprise from Tony Hawk himself: an autographed skateboard to give back to the fan, which Mikail promptly delivered, turning a routine day into a memorable experience.":1,"#The FedEx hub at Miami International Airport is a crucial link for markets across North and South America. In fiscal year 2022, FedEx Express completed a $72.2 million expansion of this air cargo hub, enhancing operational efficiency to better serve the increasing customer demand throughout the Latin America and Caribbean region.":1,"#Boarderie, a catering company based in South Florida enjoyed steady business and celebrity clients for 15 years. That came to a screeching halt when COVID hit. With cheese and charcuterie as a main product, the owner took a chance on e-commerce, and is thankful to FedEx for helping them pivot to an online business with temp controlled deliveries essential to their business model, and creating a shippable cheese and charcuterie board with custom packaging.":1,"#250":1,"#FedEx Cares, in collaboration with Feed the Children and Central Union Mission, hosted a walk-up food and essentials distribution event at the Central Union Mission in Washington, D.C. The event served 400 families and provided each family with a 25-pound box of food, a 15-pound box of hygiene products, and an Avon box filled with cosmetics.":1,"#Siblings Inc. received honorale mention in the 2024 Small Business Grant Contest. Siblings is on a mission to tackle the throwaway culture, and their first step is doing candles right — right by the environment, right by your home, right for your health, with clean, refillable, luxe fragrances for a fraction of the cost. Candles may be a small piece of the problem, but every step towards living more sustainably matters, and every Clean Candle with its 100% compostable packaging, non-toxic oils and eco-friendly coconut blend wax makes a difference.":1,"#Pastries 4 Pets Inc. recieved honorable mention in the 2024 Small Buisness Grant Contest. They offer a range of all-natural, dog-safe treat icing mixes and food colors to dog treat bakeries across the globe. Their signature product is simply mixing their icing with water and food coloring.They are committed to nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit within their community with training programs to help aspiring entrepreneurs to kick start their own dog treat businesses.":1,"#Camelot Camel Dairy, LLC received honorable mention in the 2024 Small Business Grant Contest. A camel dairy since 2012, they raise, feed, and milk their own camels. The milk is processed in a Grade A facility, bottled, froze, and shipped directly to doorsteps across the nation, and also international orders going to Canada.":1,"#FedEx employs roughly 10,000 people in Los Angeles County, many of whom work at the FedEx sorting facility in Los Angeles — a 300,000-square-foot facility capable of sorting up to 23,000 packages per hour. FedEx facilities in the Los Angeles area are connected to a major network of facilities in the Inland Empire, where road and rail hubs provide access to markets across the country.":1,"#Los Angelas, California":1,"#California-based Marky Sparky and Tandum Drums were both awarded $20,000 in the 2024 FedEx Small Business Grant. Marky Sparky founder invented the original \"NERF® Bow 'n' Arrow\" back in the day, then went on to found Marky Sparky in 1996, bringing to life toys & sporting goods for kids across the country. Tandum Drums uses up-cycled materials and minimal packaging, and are committed to planting 180 trees to help reduce their carbon footprint. Their mission is to elevate the drummer's workstation with design-driven products that respect the past while embracing the future.":1,"#532":1,"#FedEx sponsored National Merit Scholarships in Arkansas. This sponsorship is part of a broader commitment to education, which includes programs such as the FedEx Office Scholarship Program. This program offers financial assistance to the children and legal dependents of FedEx team members to support their pursuit of higher education. This initiative highlights FedEx's dedication to fostering educational opportunities within the community.":1,"#Team Member Spotlight":1,"#When two 10-month-old Alaskan coastal brown bears were orphaned in Anchorage, Alaska, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) was called in to assist. Officials safely recovered the bears and temporarily housed them at the Alaska Zoo while finding a permanent residence. Thankfully, Brookfield Zoo Chicago was happy to take the brother and sister cubs. FedEx transported the approximately 150-pound cubs along with their animal care specialists from Alaska to Chicago as part of the company’s FedEx Cares “Delivering for Good” initiative.":1,"#2024 Small Business Grant contestant, Truett Designs, received an honorable mention! Launched in 2022, the company is a boutique line of textiles, handmade washable pillows, wallpaper, and handmade bowls/vases. They provide luxury home decor and custom designs to the trade, which includes interior, gift & furniture stores as well as interior designers. Truett Designs is proud to offer all sustainably made products.":1,"#FedEx began operations in Mexico in 1990. As part of its network and operational infrastructure, it has more than 500 sales points throughout the country, serves the 32 states, has one National Hub, one Logistics Center, six international cargo terminals, 44 critical inventory warehouses, and 83 stations. FedEx Mexico offers 11 international services, seven domestic services, e-commerce, supply chain, and fulfillment solutions.":1,"#FedEx employs more than 2,000 team members in Chile and operates the country’s largest national delivery network, with 500 routes connecting 400 communities, a fleet of more than 890 vehicles, 56 FedEx Ship Centers and 30 distribution centers in the country, including the Ground Hub and FedEx ramp operations in Santiago, and 5 weekly international flights that connect customers with more than 220 countries and territories around the world. To provide fast, efficient shipping service across this network and to the rest of the world, FedEx has invested heavily in modern facilities, including the 14,000-square-meter distribution center in Santiago, the largest e-commerce focused distribution center for FedEx in South America. FedEx has prioritized sustainable operations during its expansion in Chile, with energy efficiency and fleet electrification as a key strategy, having now 22% of the company’s small-package delivery fleet in the Metropolitan Region of Santiago being zero-emission vehicles.":1,"#FedEx is the first express logistics company in South Africa to be awarded the prestigious Authorised Economic Operators Level 2 accreditation for compliance and safety (AEO-S Level 2). As an AEO-S accredited entity, FedEx is now a trusted partner in the international movement of goods, having received accreditation from SARS Customs for its compliance with World Customs Organization (WCO) under the SAFE Framework and Customs-Based Partnership Guidance.":1,"#In February 2024, FedEx invested $350 million in a new state-of-the-art hub at Dubai World Central Airport in Dubai South. The new FedEx hub highlights innovation and efficiency and elevates the UAE's position in global logistics.":1,"#In February 2024, FedEx announced a new flight between South Korea and the US that offers additional capacity and extended cut-oof times for IPF shipments. These are new flights in existing lanes using FedEx planes with FedEx pilots and is part of Tri-Color program.":1,"#Chungcheong, Jeolla, Gyeongsang Provinces":1,"#In September 2023, FedEx teamed up with the non-profit ChildFund to support the social needs of less fortunate children in South Korea. Together, they donated care packages containing eco-friendly school supplies and other necessities for underprivileged children.":1,"#In December 2023, FedEx concluded a series of clean-up initiatives for local communities in Osaka, Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, and Aichi, resulting in the removal of 200 kilograms of litter to help the environment. 116 FedEx volunteers dedicated about 100 hours to collect litter from parks, roads, and riverbanks. Additionally, in collaboration with sustainability-related NGO, FedEx collected 80 kilograms of debris along the Arakawa riverbank in Tokyo before it reached the ocean.":1,"#In May 2023, FedEx shortened transit time for import shipments arriving from Europe and AMEA markets to some cities in Mie Prefecture. Importers and businesses can now receive their deliveries one day earlier for inbound shipments arriving from Europe and Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (AMEA) to Japan on a weekday.":1,"#Mie Prefecture":1,"#FedEx started operating in Southern Africa in 1994. In 2014, FedEx acquired Supaswift businesses in South Africa and six other countries, offering customers direct access to its network and services. In 2019, FedEx welcomed its first scheduled FedEx flight into Africa, which landed in Johannesburg. Since its entry into the continent, FedEx has continued to play a crucial role in developing Southern Africa’s express transportation industry and providing access across the continent to the rest of the world.":1,"#As the world’s interest in Kenyan coffee grows, and industry output expands, logistics providers like FedEx are set to play a critical role in helping coffee marketers and SMEs unlock new business opportunities. As the coffee culture captures the world, Kenya is well positioned to capitalize on the growing fascination with Africa’s home-grown beverage. Coffee is indigenous to Africa, with deep roots in the eastern region of the continent.":1,"#FedEx committed USD 10 million to the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) Bombay and Madras. This initiative, spread across five years, will contribute to the establishment of a globally recognized ‘Centre of Excellence’ (COE), strategically located within physical infrastructure on both IIT campuses. This COE will spearhead research and development while concurrently nurturing a dynamic talent pool, supporting fellowship programs for master’s and doctorate students, and actively catalyzing the growth of the startup ecosystem in India.":1,"#Since 1994, FedEx has played a pivotal role in connecting Vietnam to the global market through its swift and reliable logistics services. This has empowered Vietnamese small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to succeed in their cross-border trading endeavors. In October 2023, FedEx introduced a new flight service enabling shipments from Southern Vietnam to reach major Asian markets in just one business day, and European markets in two business days. Beyond logistics, 2024 marks the 13th consecutive year for the FedEx Delivers Heartbeats Rural Outreach program. Partnering with the VinaCapital Foundation since 2011, the program has conducted over 330,000 heart screenings for children, identifying more than 7,600 previously undiagnosed cases of congenital heart defects.":1,"#In July 2023, FedEx Malaysia was honoured with the prestigious 'Sustainability and CSR Malaysia Awards 2023’ in the category of ‘Best in Community Engagement Support'. This is the third consecutive time FedEx has been recognized with this award. Recognition includes efforts in nurturing young talent and fostering an entrepreneurial mindset through the FedEx Junior Achievement International Trade Challenge (FedEx/JA ITC), and collaborating with Treat Every Environment Special (TrEES) and the Department of Orang Asli Development (JAKOA) to rebuild a perimeter wall using sustainable recycled materials.":1,"#Malaysia":1,"#In June 2023, FedEx Cares teamed up with the non-profit, Yayasan Konservasi Alam Nusantara (YKAN) to provide training to seaweed farmers on sustainability and global trade. YKAN is a local non-profit focused on marine life conservation.":1,"#FedEx inaugurated the new Delhi Export facility in April 2023. The 18,000 sq ft area includes offices, sorting systems, operations areas, and a warehouse and can sort up to 8,500 packages per hour. The facility uses solar-generated electricity from the airport operator and a variable refrigerant volume (VRV) cooling system that reduces electricity consumption by an estimated 15%. The walls are painted white for maximum light reflection resulting in reducing required luminous intensity (lux level) of the light fitting thus reducing electricity consumption. Additionally, more than 200 LED lights have been installed inside the facility.":1,"#In August 2023, FedEx launched FedEx® Regional Economy and FedEx® Regional Economy Freight services in the Middle East to meet the growing demand for diverse and cost-effective shipping solutions for cross-border trade in the Middle East region. The deferred, day-definite road services offer businesses including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) cost-effective shipping solutions for less urgent shipments within key countries in the region.":1,"#South Korea":1,"#In September 2023, FedEx Japan was awarded the 3-star Eruboshi certification, the highest accolade, by the Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare of Japan in recognition for its outstanding contribution to the empowerment of female employees aligning with the Act on Promoting Women’s Participation and Advancement in the Workplace. FedEx satisfied the criteria in all five categories that evaluate how well companies enable female employees to fully manifest their potential at the workplace.":1,"#Delivering for good":1,"#In December 2023, FedEx announced an investment of USD 100 million to foster innovation and growth by setting up its first Advanced Capability Community (ACC) in Hyderabad. The FedEx ACC is envisioned as a hub for technological and digital innovation, aligned with the Telangana government’s strategic emphasis on nurturing a thriving pool of tech talent and contributing to the development of new capabilities and meeting the technological requirements of FedEx operations worldwide.":1,"#In August 2023, FedEx opened a new facility in regional Victoria to support local businesses. The new purpose-built facility, strategically located, spans over 4,987 square metres, is equipped with an advanced automated sortation system that can sort up to 1,400 packages per hour. It also serves as a domestic and international collection point, providing comprehensive logistic solutions for local businesses. In support of the FedEx goal to achieve carbon neutral operations by 2040 globally, the new facility is equipped with multi-faceted sustainable building features to reduce impact on the environment. This includes the use of energy-saving LED lighting, as well as collecting and reusing rainwater on site.":1,"#In December 2023, FedEx signed an MOU with Guangdong Airport Authority and broke ground on the FedEx South China Operations Center. This highlights FedEx’s strategic presence and development at the Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. The action will facilitate regional cross-border trade and help play a pivotal role in Guangzhou’s high-quality development, solidifying its status as an international air cargo transport hub.":1,"#FedEx began operations in Spain in 1989. The company counts on 29 stations across the country and offers 675 daily routes. There are two main road hubs in Spain, located in Barcelona and Madrid, and it has five flying points in Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, Valencia and Vitoria.":1,"#Spain":1,"#FedEx began operations in Poland in 1990. In June 2022, FedEx Express opened a new ground operations facility in Gdańsk as part of a multi-million investment program in Central and Eastern Europe. The facility is strategically placed to enable regional businesses to connect with and expand into domestic markets, as well as into international markets through FedEx's extensive road and air network.":1,"#Poland":1,"#FedEx Express began operations in the United Kingdom (UK) in 1984. In 2006, FedEx acquired ANC, a domestic express company in the UK, enabling FedEx to serve the entire UK domestic market. In 2020, FedEx Express introduced e-cargo bikes in London to work alongside its vehicle pickup and delivery fleet. Since then, the company has expanded its UK e-cargo bike fleet, which are currently used across five operations in the London area, as well as Edinburgh, Glasgow, Huntington, Norwich, and Cambridge.":1,"#FedEx began operations in Italy in 1986 and in 2023, FedEx Express inaugurated its new hub in Novara, which is located at the center of the European road network and adds greater reliability and continuous improvement in on-time performance. It connects businesses in one of the areas with the highest economic and industrial density to the most important trade routes, as well as to the entire Mediterranean basin. The Novara hub also generated 450 new job opportunities to the local community.":1,"#In 2024, FedEx collaborated with Hong Kong social enterprises to infuse fresh purpose into unused, old uniforms and shipping materials to help support a more sustainable future. Nearly 260 old uniforms were transformed into brand new FedEx products such as tote bags, laptop sleeves, umbrella cases, and waist bags. Additionally, in collaboration with local social groups,179,000kg wood skids were upcycled into cat litter, and reusable materials for other shipping companies.":1,"#Italy":1,"#FedEx Express operations in the Netherlands began in 1984. Since the acquisition of TNT in 2016, it now offers the Netherlands access to an unparalleled European Road Network and the world’s largest air express network. The company’s European headquarters are located in Hoofddorp, near Amsterdam and Schiphol Airport. In 2023, FedEx opened its renewed and future-ready international road hub in Duiven (QAR), strategically located near the Dutch-German border, featuring increased capacity and flexibility to respond to increasing demands. In the Amsterdam region, FedEx is utilizing electric cargo bikes to efficiently serve low and zero emission zones.":1,"#FedEx began operations in Ireland in 1984. In February 2023, FedEx Express announced the investment in a new facility in Cork that would improve air network connectivity, benefit from Cork's expanding road network, and speed up the collection and delivery times for businesses and consumers.":1,"#Ireland":1,"#In March 2024, FedEx announced the opening of a new logistics facility northwest of Leipzig to better support customer volume. The new facility in Kabelsketal, strategically located in the immediate vicinity of Leipzig/Halle Airport has double the capacity of the previous facility, and boasts a modernized warehouse and office space along with EV charging stations for both delivery vehicles and employees.":1,"#In December 2023, FedEx expanded international e-commerce service to include beauty products in time for Christmas. Many beauty and personal care products fall under special classifications when shipping overseas, so FedEx expanded its day-definite e-commerce service, FedEx International Connect Plus (FICP), on the France-US lane to include this special category of beauty and personal care products.":1,"#Liège Airport in Belgium has become a critical part of the FedEx global network. FedEx expanded its role in FY 2024 by making it the company’s new intercontinental freight hub for Europe. The air freight hub in Liège handles palletized shipments and loads in excess of 68 kilograms, moving 490 tons of freight per week. In CY 2024, FedEx added a Liège-Indianapolis freight flight and created additional sort windows in Liège.":1,"#FedEx celebrated its 35th year of operations in Canada in 2022. It was the first international market the company expanded into outside of the United States. Throughout its history, FedEx has been regarded among the most respected brands in Canada and one of the country’s best employers. The company has also been a central player in some of the most memorable moments in Canada’s supply chain history, including the distribution of COVID-19 vaccine doses to all three of the country’s coasts.":1,"#Working with nonprofit WyoTech in Laramie, Wyoming, FedEx Freight provided in-kind shipping for special training engines that are used to train future fleet maintenance technicians.":1,"#Founded in 2008, the small, award winning chocolate company Melt Chocolates is located in the Bay View neighborhood of Milwaukee, and recieved honorable mention in the 2024 FedEx Small Business Grant Contest. The company strives to make contemporary looking and incredible tasting chocolates in small, hand-made batches. They use the finest ingredients and buy locally whenever possible offering truffles, barks and toffees, drinking chocolate, and panned items along with some other specialty items. In addition to retail consumers, they sell wholesale (B2B) to other businesses including boutique shops, restaurants, and hotels.":1,"#In April 2023, FedEx Express reopened its international road hub in Duiven. The hub now features a new state-of-the-art sorter that can process approximately 200,000 parcels per day, which increases overall capacity more than three times compared to the previous road hub. This hub is one of the largest and most technologically advanced in Europe, and is located in the \"Blue Banana,\" a corridor of urbanization and economic prosperity that stretches between Northwest England and Northern Italy.":1,"#FedEx team member Richard Madison came home from his shift in Huntington, West Virginia one night with a new family member. After finding a German shepherd puppy tied to his truck with a rope, and a note asking Richard to deliver Bandit to a new home, Richard decided to keep him. Bandit joined Richard's other German shepherd Piper, and now he has a new, happy home!":1,"#Woman -led company Swift Industries was awarded an honorable mention in the 2024 Small Business Grant contest. Swift Industries is determined to elevate the cycling industry by producing premium bicycle bags and gear that are made of innovative recycled materials and looks forward to a future where bicycles are widely utilized as a tool to combat the climate crisis.":1,"#Jasper Yeast, recipient of a $20,000 grant as part of the 2024 FedEx Small Business Grant Contest, produces high quality liquid yeast for craft beverage producers. Similar to many craft breweries, they started small and grew organically, allowing their products and services to speak for themselves.":1,"#Kitty Badhands was awarded an honorable mention in the 2024 FedEx Small Business Grant contest! A Vermont-based fashion brand was founded by creative couple Kathleen McVeigh and Dale Donaldson, who craft unique clothing from upcycled vintage textiles and sustainable materials by transforming forgotten fabrics into wearable works of art, celebrating the beauty of vintage textiles and the philosophy of slow fashion. They challenge fast fashion's harmful practices by prioritizing environmental responsibility, ethical production, and community collaboration. Their collection includes handmade quilt coats, dresses, bags, and more – each piece is a testament to their commitment to sustainability that style shouldn't harm the planet.":1,"#Duiven, Netherlands":1,"#Bunny James Boxes is a specialized gift service that curates and delivers premium, health-conscious snack boxes and received honorable mention in the 2024 FedEx Small Business Grant contest. Catering to various dietary needs and preferences, including vegan, gluten-free, and keto, the company provides a unique way for individuals and businesses to gift thoughtful, personalized assortments of high-quality, nutritious snacks. Each box is carefully assembled with a selection of gourmet items aimed at promoting healthy eating habits without sacrificing flavor.":1,"#Tracy Abrom is a digital marketing advisor on the Visibility Transformation and Insights team who was part of the team that successfully launched Picture Proof of Delivery. A 20+ year FedEx veteran who recently celebrated her 10th anniversary of running marathons, she's raced in all 50 states and crossed two oceans to reach her goal of running in six World Marathon Majors — Chicago, New York, Boston, London, Berlin, and Tokyo.":1},"version":763}]