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FedEx makes further cuts to Express unit
The carrier is phasing out its MD-11 aircraft as it looks to modernize its fleet and slash costs.
By Kelly Stroh • March 22, 2023 -
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OpinionFrom a FedEx pilot: Time is running out to reach a contract
Management's handling of negotiations has inched the pilots union closer to a strike authorization vote, writes union leader Capt. Chris Norman.
By Capt. Chris Norman • March 20, 2023 -
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US Postal Service spends more on ground transport as it shifts away from air cargo
Relying more on trucks than airplanes is one component in Postmaster General Louis DeJoy's wide-ranging plan to improve the agency's financial health.
By Max Garland • March 16, 2023 -
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NYK sells air cargo operations to ANA
The shipping line shed its subsidiary Nippon Cargo Airlines as Maersk and MSC continue to strengthen their air operations.
By Alejandra Salgado , Kelly Stroh • March 14, 2023 -
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Amazon Air’s network shifts to FedEx, UPS’ hub-centric model: report
The company has ramped up flights at its largest hubs while maintaining or shrinking activity at secondary locations.
By Max Garland • March 9, 2023 -
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Air cargo capacity surpasses pre-pandemic levels
Industry players expect the challenging market landscape to continue due to additional summer capacity and subdued demand.
By Kelly Stroh • March 8, 2023 -
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Ameriflight grows expedited supply chain services with cargo drones
The carrier signed an agreement with Sabrewing for 35 eVOTLs as supply chain stakeholders build out their last-mile and express logistics networks.
By Kelly Stroh • March 1, 2023 -
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FedEx Express to lean on third-party carriers for less urgent shipments
The growth in deferred packages has given the delivery giant incentive to overhaul its network in a bid for long-term savings.
By Max Garland • Feb. 27, 2023 -
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Kuehne + Nagel looks to grow share of Southeast US air cargo market
The carrier secured an agreement with a regional Alabama airport as shippers and forwarders continue to avoid larger cargo hubs.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 24, 2023 -
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FedEx Express pilots union leaders approve strike authorization vote
Although no vote has been called yet, a union representative said customers should know it could happen soon.
By Max Garland • Feb. 22, 2023 -
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FedEx preps revamp of operations, networks for long-term savings
As demand plummets, the delivery giant seeks to save billions of dollars through its DRIVE program and Network 2.0.
By Max Garland • Feb. 15, 2023 -
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Amazon pulls back on cargo operations with contractor ATSG
Fellow contractor Sun Country also reported reduced earnings and block hours from the e-commerce giant’s cargo operations.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 13, 2023 -
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FedEx Express, pilots union make progress in federal mediation talks
The focus of the contract negotiations now center on pay and contract duration after the parties came to an agreement on retirement issues.
By Max Garland • Feb. 9, 2023 -
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MightyFly unveils second-generation drone for express logistics
Over the next year, MightyFly intends to secure business partnerships for proof-of-concept delivery services.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 9, 2023 -
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Lunar New Year factory closures curb air cargo rates, demand
Businesses are expected to take advantage of the spot market for the short- and long-term as a way to save costs.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 6, 2023 -
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2023 outlook: Is this the year supply chains stabilize?
Freight rates are finally easing, but geopolitical turmoil and ongoing economic uncertainty continue to create headaches for businesses.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 6, 2023 -
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2023 outlookShippers regain buying power as air cargo fundamentals shift
Softening rates and new market capacity are pushing many to rethink their air freight strategies.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 24, 2023 -
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The race to scale sustainable airline fuel
With SAF prices skyrocketing, industry stakeholders and the Biden administration are making new investments to grow supply.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 18, 2023 -
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Inventory excess dampens Lunar New Year air freight demand
Paired with early factory closures, shippers should evaluate forecasts and adjust ordering processes, stakeholders say.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 17, 2023 -
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FedEx, Mountain Air Cargo first to deploy Cessna SkyCourier freighter
The new feeder plane, capable of handling containerized cargo, comes as the delivery giant looks to resize its air freight operations
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 11, 2023 -
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FedEx navigated contractor disputes, declining demand in 2022
CEO Raj Subramaniam rolled out transformative plans early in his tenure, but macroeconomic uncertainty clouds the delivery giant's future.
By Max Garland • Jan. 3, 2023 -
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Air freight rates nosedive with shippers flocking to ocean
Businesses are opting for shorter capacity commitments to maintain flexibility, experts say.
By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 13, 2022 -
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Victoria’s Secret moves freight from air to ocean in bid to save costs
Executives said normalizing freight rates and improved supply chain flow have allowed the retailer to put goods back on boats, a strategy it expects will help save costs through next spring.
By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 8, 2022 -
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MSC Air Cargo takes flight
The carrier launched its commercial operations with a route to Belgium.
By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 7, 2022 -
Permission granted by Memphis International Airport
FedEx stands to benefit from new de-icing pads at key cargo airport
The timing for the Memphis International Airport facility's launch couldn’t be better as the busy holiday season ramps up, a FedEx executive said.
By Max Garland • Nov. 30, 2022
