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Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), one of the world's largest express transportation companies, has launched the FedEx Import Tool, an innovative solution that uses advanced technology to address the increasing complexities of international trade in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. This automated single-window solution will transform the import process and provide greater visibility on the overall end-to-end experience for importers, making importing simpler and more efficient. Currently available for customers in Australia, Japan, Taiwan and Korea, this tool helps reduce manual efforts in tasks such as customs documentation, and regulatory compliance. With Asia Pacific poised to be the fastest-growing region for imports in 2024[1], the demand for streamlined customs clearance will continue to rise. FedEx Import Tool will soon be rolled-out to additional APAC markets including Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, and New Zealand. Key features of FedEx Import Too...

FedEx team members donated more than 200 kilograms of food and essential items to support local communities Staff from FedEx Express Malaysia are pictured with some of the packaged food and essential items collected to benefit Kechara Soup Kitchen and Shelter Home for Children. More than 2,200 team members from FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, have been actively collecting over 8,000 kilograms of much-needed supplies for more than 30 non-profit organizations (NGOs) of choice across the Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (AMEA) region. In Malaysia, the Purple Tote Campaign was conducted to support local NGOs, Kechara Soup Kitchen and Shelter Home for Children. FedEx team members collected approximately 200 kilograms of packaged food and essential items, such as instant noodles, oats, biscuits, mosquito coils and adult diapers, which were donated to the homeless and marginalised communitie...

Opening the door to more export opportunities to meet the needs of different industries FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, is further enhancing its intercontinental services between Vietnam and Malaysia as well as other markets in Asia, Middle East, Africa (AMEA) and Europe, with the introduction of a new flight offering faster transit times. Effective October 31, 2023, the new flight will use a dedicated B767 freighter flying four evenings a week from Ho Chi Minh City connecting Asia and Europe through the FedEx Asia Pacific Hub in Guangzhou, China. Exporters shipping from Southern Vietnam will benefit from faster transit times for shipments to Malaysia and major Asian markets in just one business day and two business days to Europe*. These new flights offer additional capacity on top of the current five flights to Asia, Europe and the US -- four daily morning flights through the FedEx South ...

Mobilizes six humanitarian relief flights, five of which transited through the Dubai World Central Airport where FedEx Express new regional Hub is being built FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, is using its network to bring international humanitarian relief to those affected by the earthquakes that have devastated Southern Turkey and Northern Syria. So far, the company has committed more than US $1,000,000 worth of in-kind shipping toward relief efforts. This includes the delivery of approximately 230 metric tonnes of critical aid from the Dubai World Central Airport, where the new FedEx Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa hub will be located, to Istanbul via five FedEx MD-11 flights from February 17 to 21. These charters delivered relief supplies including tents, blankets, baby items, household supplies and hygiene kits from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent S...

FedEx volunteers upgrade kindergarten facility using sustainable materials SC Chong (bottom, third from left) along with FedEx Express Malaysia volunteers at the unveiling ceremony of the completed perimeter wall of Tabika Kemas Kampung Orang Asli Sg Rambai FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, supported with upgrading and enhancing the local kindergarten facility in Pulau Carey, Selangor which serves the underprivileged indigenous communities around the area. As part of the global FedEx Cares program, around 50 FedEx volunteers came together to produce ecobricks and rebuild a perimeter wall of the Tabika Kemas Kampung Orang Asli Sg Rambai, in collaboration with Treat Every Environment Special (TrEES), a sustainability-focused environmental organization, and the Department of Orang Asli Development (JAKOA). The enhancement was recently unveiled by FedEx, alongside key representatives from TrEES,...

Malaysian SMEs are optimistic about growing importance of e-commerce and believe it will continue in future The latest e-commerce trends from research commissioned by FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world's largest express transportation companies, shows that both Small and Medium sized Enterprises (SMEs) and consumers in the Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa region (AMEA) agree that there’s room for further growth in the already booming e-commerce sector. In Malaysia, nearly 90% of SMEs acknowledge the increased importance of e-commerce to their business over the past 3 years while 89% of SMEs believe it will continue to become even more important in future. The What’s Next in E-Commerce: 6 Trends Shaping the Future survey polled SMEs and consumers in 11 markets in the Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa region (AMEA) in July 2022 to explore the continuing evolution of e-commerce in the region and identify the trends that could fuel their ...

Collaboration between two leading players in the e-commerce ecosystem means businesses can enjoy highly competitive rates and shipping capabilities FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, announced a new alliance with eBay, a leading e-commerce marketplace platform for fast-growing and established brands worldwide. eBay sellers in the Asia Pacific region [1] can now sign up for a FedEx account and gain access to the full spectrum of FedEx e-commerce delivery service options at competitive rates. Marketplace sales account for 67% of e-commerce globally [2] , with the Asia Pacific e-commerce market expected to grow by about 14% annually, reaching US $352.68 trillion by 2030 [3] . This collaboration will help propel e-merchants – especially small business owners – amidst booming e-commerce in the region, driven by consumers’ changing behaviors toward shopping online accelerated by the pandemic. Through thi...

FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, has been recognized for being the “Best Clinical Trial Logistics Provider” and for providing the “Best Last Mile Implementation” at the annual IMAPAC Asia Pacific Bioprocessing Excellence Awards 2022. These two awards recognize the exceptional healthcare expertise, services and technologies at FedEx that facilitate biomanufacturing excellence at enhanced speed, reduced costs and superior quality. The Asia Pacific Bioprocessing Excellence Awards 2022 was held in conjunction with the sixth Annual Biologistics World Asia 2022. FedEx was shortlisted among the top five various logistics providers for both awards, with FedEx emerging as the winner for the two categories. Nominations were vetted by IMAPAC’s scientific board who are experts in the respective fields. “This recognition is testament to our industry leading tech-led solutions that provide the precision and rel...

Network enhancements, increased workforce and facilities, and diversified e-commerce solutions put in place to handle the peak holiday surge FedEx Bolsters Capabilities in AMEA to Power Holiday Shipping FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, has strengthened its network and e-commerce capabilities in preparation for yet another busy holiday season in the Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (AMEA) region. The e-commerce boom accelerated by COVID-19 is expected to continue. Global online spending is estimated to increase by 11% year-on-year to $910 billion during the upcoming holiday season. [1] In Asia Pacific, a region that accounts for more than 60% of online retail sales, [2] online shopping has already picked up. For example, China’s biggest online shopping festival - Singles’ Day – is expected to spur further growth of online retail across the rest of the AMEA region. In Southeast Asia, abou...

FedEx Express / JA ITC Malaysia Concludes its 14th Year of Competition Top 6 Winners FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, together with Junior Achievement (JA), announced the six Malaysian students who won the 2021 FedEx Express / JA International Trade Challenge (ITC) Malaysia. The students now advance to compete at the FedEx Express / JA ITC Asia Pacific Regional Finals later this month. FedEx Express Malaysia and Junior Achievement (JA), have been hosting the competition since 2008. The FedEx Express / JA ITC provides a platform for students to gain firsthand experience of international trade and entrepreneurship while cultivating a business mindset. To date, the FedEx Express / JA ITC has reached over seven thousand students in Malaysia. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s competition was held virtually for second consecutive year. Over 500 students participated in a series of seven intensive v...

With the new FedEx Self-Collection Service, customers can now arrange to collect their FedEx packages at PopBox and Parcel365 lockers in the Klang Valley. FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world's largest express transportation companies, announced that self-collection services for FedEx packages are now available at all participating Parcel365 and PopBox lockers strategically located throughout Klang Valley. This collaboration aims to enhance convenience for customers who choose to collect their packages from an extensive network of lockers, available 24/7. Through the FedEx Delivery Manager International (FDMi) platform, small and medium or e-commerce businesses can provide their customers, who have a valid mobile number and/or email address, with the option to have their shipments delivered to their nearest Parcel365 or PopBox locker, prior to package arrival. For example, the FDMi feature allows the merchant’s end user customer the option of...

Thousands of oxygen concentrators and converters, over two million masks among medical supplies airlifted to India through charitable shipping Oxygen concentrators, masks, and critical medical supplies are loaded onto a FedEx charter flight for delivery to New Delhi, India on May 15, 2021 FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, earlier last week announced the arrival of a second dedicated charter flight carrying critical medical aid to India. This is part of the company’s continuous relief efforts to support India’s fight against the recent COVID-19 surge. On May 16, more than 780 oxygen concentrators, over 1.8 million KN95 masks, and medicines and pharmaceutical supplies were unloaded from a FedEx Boeing 777F charter flight in New Delhi, India. These supplies were provided by Direct Relief and will ultimately be delivered to healthcare facilities across India. This is in addition to the first FedEx donat...