FedEx Unveils State-of-teh-Art Logistics Hub in Manchester, Boosting UK Trade Capabilities
Manchester, UK – Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), the global leader in express transportation, today announced the grand opening of its new, cutting-edge logistics facility in Manchester. This significant investment enhances FedEx’s operational capabilities in the Northwest region, offering advanced services for customers and a modernized working surroundings for its team members.
Strategically positioned within the Northwest corridor, a region contributing 22.5% to the UK’s total freight GDP, the new facility is conveniently located just half a mile from Manchester Airport. This prime location underscores FedEx’s unwavering commitment to bolstering the UK’s air cargo infrastructure and empowering British businesses in both domestic and international markets through strengthened parcel and freight services.
The expansive 38,000 square foot facility is equipped with advanced technologies, including a sophisticated automated sorting system and state-of-the-art x-ray machines. these enhancements are designed to significantly increase throughput, accelerate delivery times, and improve overall operational efficiency, ultimately benefiting FedEx customers.
“The opening of our enhanced facility in manchester marks a pivotal moment for FedEx and our valued customers as we continue to advance our freight capabilities in the UK,” stated steve Johnson, Managing Director, UK Air Operations at FedEx. “With the escalating demand for cargo aviation and the rapid expansion of e-commerce, we recognize the critical need to reconfigure our network to prioritize both speed and efficiency.”
Johnson continued, “We are dedicated to ensuring our customers’ success during this dynamic period for trade and logistics.We have witnessed firsthand the positive impact of our technological investments at our Stansted Airport facility for small and medium-sized enterprises. Our objective is to extend these same benefits to businesses across the Northwest.”
FedEx serves 220 countries and territories,connecting over 2.5 million shippers with 200 million customers worldwide,and delivering an average of 17 million packages daily on a global scale. Since its inception in the UK in 1984, FedEx has consistently provided a comprehensive suite of transportation services for businesses operating both internationally and domestically.With operational hubs at three key air locations across the UK, FedEx has recently unveiled strategic network improvements, including the opening of two new state-of-the-art logistics hubs.
