There are 168 article(s) tagged FedEx:

• February 2020

  • FedEx Express SVP says his career shows how far a hub worker can go

    FedEx's Shannon Brown started his career with the company more than 40 years ago and is now trying to reduce turnover at the Memphis hub.

    By Wayne Risher February 13, 2020

  • FedEx, pilots reach deal on China flights

    FedEx and the Air Line Pilots Association reached an agreement Saturday making flights to and from coronavirus-stricken China voluntary for flight crew members and providing premium pay for crews flying those routes.

    By Wayne Risher February 08, 2020

  • Updated: FedEx Ground unit will deliver some Express packages

    FedEx said it will meet the challenge of fast-growing e-commerce by using FedEx Ground to deliver some FedEx Express packages starting in March.

    By Wayne Risher February 07, 2020

  • FedEx, UPS cope with coronavirus disruptions

    FedEx is coping with the coronavirus outbreak by taking steps to protect pilots and other workers serving China, while continuing regularly scheduled flights to and from the Chinese mainland.

    By Wayne Risher February 06, 2020

  • Same-day Amazon service speeds Memphis retail toward a new day

    The coming, same-day delivery by Amazon in Memphis will strengthen the changes already felt in Memphis shopping, retail owners, brokers and landlords say. 

    By Tom Bailey February 05, 2020

  • Amazon-free FedEx posts lower freight numbers at Memphis airport

    FedEx Express moved 3.4% less freight through the Memphis world hub in 2019, with much of the decline coming after it severed ties with Amazon.

    By Wayne Risher February 05, 2020

  • FedEx taking steps to aid coronavirus relief, protect workers

    The Memphis-based company has regular flights between the Bluff City and China as well as 9,500 employees in the country.

    By Wayne Risher, Jane Roberts February 04, 2020

• January 2020

  • FedEx demo day proves sky’s the limit for IT careers

    More than 150 Shelby County Schools students witness drone technology and how artificial intelligence is used at the FedEx Experience Center on Jan. 30.

    By Wayne Risher January 30, 2020

  • The Early Word: FedEx, Amazon and the airport; plus meet Flight’s chef

    It's Wednesday, Jan. 29, and today is all about aviation. We're talking about FedEx's role in China, how Amazon is backtracking what it said about launching cargo operations at the airport (but they still need you to be a robot boss) and the executive chef at Flight Restaurant Group. 

    By Mary Cashiola January 29, 2020

  • Wanted: 1,000 workers to boss around Amazon robots

    According to one expert, Amazon's hiring will put pressure on other area employers, especially in related fields, and those companies may need to get a little creative. 

    By Wayne Risher January 28, 2020

  • FedEx completes 20th delivery of iconic Super Bowl trophy

    FedEx Express delivered the Vince Lombardi Trophy to the Super Bowl host city for the 20th consecutive time on Saturday, Jan. 25. 

    By Wayne Risher January 25, 2020

  • FedEx warns consumers not to fall for text notification scam

    FedEx and authorities are warning consumers about a phishing scam using bogus package tracking notifications.

    By Wayne Risher January 24, 2020

  • The Early Word: A sanitation strike, Sunday service and 616 sold

    Good morning, all. It’s Thursday, Jan. 23, and we're talking FedEx's strategy, bipartisanship at its best, and how one group likes to swoop in and bring old restaurants back to life. 

    By Mary Cashiola January 23, 2020

  • FedEx Sunday delivery, now standard, played ‘critical’ role in peak season

    FedEx said its Sunday deliveries are off to a good start, paced by seven-day delivery's 'critical' role in a record 2019 peak shipping season.

    By Wayne Risher January 22, 2020

  • FedEx marks 20th year in Fortune’s top 20 ‘Most Admired’

    FedEx tied with American Express and Netflix at No. 14 on Fortune's 2020 World's Most Admired Companies list. That makes 20 years in Fortune's top 20.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff January 22, 2020

  • UPS, Blues City Brewery expansions pack big economic impact

    The Economic Development Growth Engine of Memphis & Shelby County approved tax abatements for UPS and Blues City Brewery expansions Wednesday. They have a combined  one-time economic impact of $470 million.

    By Wayne Risher January 17, 2020

  • The Early Word: Eggleston, Overton, and a cease-fire for FedEx and Amazon?

    Today is Wednesday, Jan. 15, and we'll see the EDGE board vote on PILOTs for UPS and Blues City Brewery. Plus, big men and another win for the Grizz and Germantown's mayor takes up the call. 

    By Mary Cashiola January 15, 2020

  • Amazon unblocks Prime shipments on FedEx Ground

    Amazon has relaxed a peak season ban on sellers making self-fulfilled Prime shipments via FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery.

    By Wayne Risher January 14, 2020

  • Nelson: NBA Commissioner David Stern embraced Memphis. Here’s why

    Stern cared deeply about both civil rights and bringing the NBA to mid-size cities where the basketball team would be one of the biggest things in town. For Stern, that combination equaled Memphis. 

    By Michael Nelson January 14, 2020

  • FedEx building ‘a better mousetrap’ to corral e-commerce, boost profit

    FedEx executives Frederick W. Smith and Alan B. Graf outlined three reasons for long-term optimism, the impact of Postal Service struggles and CEO succession plans during a recent podcast.

    By Wayne Risher January 13, 2020

  • UPS pulls permit for $22.5 million expansion at Memphis airport hub

    Atlanta-based United Parcel Service has applied for a building permit for $22.5 million in work at its hub at Memphis International Airport.

    By Wayne Risher January 08, 2020

  • FedEx invests in Indigo Ag

    Indigo Ag announces that FedEx has invested in the startup's latest round of capital fundraising. 

    By Tom Bailey January 07, 2020

  • The Early Word: Two Memphis entities join forces; Hardaway reacts to poll position

    Good morning; it’s Tuesday, Jan. 7, and the new Memphis City Council will hold its first meeting of the year today. The body is expected to discuss a proposed electric rate hike, but first: The Daily Memphian’s Bill Dries has compiled a quick guide to how city government works.

    By Mary Cashiola January 07, 2020

  • Returns keep FedEx, rivals busy

    Double-digit growth in e-commerce returns are providing a bump for FedEx and other carriers as peak season winds down, opening a window of opportunity year-round.

    By Wayne Risher January 06, 2020

  • FedEx seeking 500 hub workers in job fair Saturday, Jan. 4

    FedEx Express is hiring for 500 permanent, part-time positions at the world hub in Memphis during a job fair Saturday, Jan. 4.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff January 03, 2020