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<strong>A pallet of baby formula is loaded into a truck after arriving on an Air Force C-17 at the Indianapolis International Airport, Sunday, May 22, 2022. The 132 pallets of Nestl&eacute; Health Science Alfamino Infant and Alfamino Junior formula arrived from Ramstein Air Base in Germany.</strong> (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)Business

FedEx lends a hand with Operation Fly Formula

The flight from the Ramstein Air Base in Germany to Indiana transported the equivalent of 1.5 million 8-ounce bottles of three formulas, all of which are hypoallergenic for children with cow’s milk protein allergy.

By Rob Moore 2 hours ago
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Airport expects double-digit increase in revenue next year

“The MSCAA staff has overcome many challenges that resulted from the pandemic,” said the chair of the airport authority’s board. 

By Rob Moore May 20, 2022
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Photographer Kha returns to Memphis for ‘Critical Conversation’

“I think the public versus private versus publicly-owned private space question is one that should be unpacked,” said Sam Rauch, who has curated exhibits for New York’s LaGuardia Airport.

By Jordan Arellano May 19, 2022
Transportation & Logistics

Infant formula shortage takes its toll on Mid-South families

The infant formula shortage has been caused by the closing of an Abbott Labs facility in Sturgis, Michigan, as well as the greater global supply chain crisis.

By Rob Moore May 18, 2022

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    Supply chain crisis causes gridlock at Mid-South auto repair shops

    “I had a customer come pick up his ‘21 model Hyundai Palisade to drive it around with no rear bumper because we’ve had it since February,” said one body shop owner. “Nobody can even tell us when the bumper is coming.” 

    By Rob Moore May 17, 2022
  • Business

    Why you might see a new modern car on Madison Avenue’s trolley line

    About a dozen MATA workers gathered Tuesday, May 10, to test the transit authority’s Siemens–Duewag U2 car. 

    By Rob Moore May 11, 2022
  • Transportation & Logistics

    FedEx wants to electrify last-mile delivery; BrightDrop wants to help

    FedEx became BrightDrop’s first customer in December 2021 after it received 500 orders of the Zevo 600, which has an estimated range of up to 250 miles on a full charge. 

    By Rob Moore May 09, 2022
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    FedEx is modernizing its aircraft fleet, making new partnerships

    While FedEx has been working on modernization efforts for a couple of years, the COVID pandemic and related shipping demands prolonged the timeline. 

    By Rob Moore May 02, 2022
  • Business

    Spirit Airlines launches service at Memphis International

    Spirit becomes the ninth airline serving Memphis. It will operate 182-seat ­­­­­­­Airbus A320 aircraft for its flights.

    By Rob Moore April 30, 2022
  • Business

    TDOT awards $141 million contract for I-55/Crump Blvd. interchange renovation

    The intersection just east of the Memphis-Arkansas Bridge was a major choke point last year when the I-40 bridge was closed.

    By Ian Round April 04, 2022
  • Business

    What’s next for FedEx?

    FedEx stock was up nearly 5% Tuesday, March 30, following the announcement on Monday that Raj Subramaniam will succeed Frederick W. Smith as president and CEO. 

    By Rob Moore April 04, 2022
  • Transportation & Logistics

    Raj Subramaniam to succeed Fred Smith as president and CEO of FedEx Corp.

    FedEx announces the next president and CEO following founder Frederick W. Smith’s tenure. 

    By Neil Strebig, Rob Moore March 28, 2022
  • Business

    FedEx flight departs for Europe carrying relief for Ukrainian refugees

    For more than two hours Saturday morning, FedEx Express team members loaded a Boeing 777 cargo aircraft with 76 tons of supplies, including an emergency field hospital and life-saving medicines. 

    By Rob Moore March 26, 2022
  • Business

    Airport Authority faces challenges as passengers’ numbers grow

    The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority passed resolutions Thursday addressing ongoing renovation at Memphis International Airport.

    By Alicia Davidson March 24, 2022
  • Transportation & Logistics

    FedEx reports higher third quarter earnings

    The improved results were partially offset by the effects of the Omicron variant, as well as higher transportation and wage related costs.

    By Rob Moore March 17, 2022
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    Why isn’t there Amtrak service between Memphis and Nashville?

    Amtrak released its “Connect US 2035” plan last month, rekindling interest among state leaders for a Memphis-to-Nashville connection.

    By Rob Moore March 14, 2022
  • Business

    Memphis International anticipates busy Spring Break

    Airport officials expect peak days to include Friday, March 11, and Sunday, March 13. 

    By Rob Moore March 12, 2022
  • Transportation & Logistics

    FedEx Express chief to retire; Richard Smith will take over

    Richard W. Smith will become president and CEO-elect of FedEx Express following the announcement Thursday, March 10, that Donald F. Colleran will retire effective Dec. 31, 2022.

    By Rob Moore March 11, 2022
  • Business

    FedEx suspends operations in Ukraine

    Russian invasion prompts FedEx to indefinitely suspend its services in Ukraine.

    By Rob Moore February 24, 2022
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    All aboard? Lawmaker says it’s time for Memphis-to-Nashville train

    State Rep. Jason Powell plans to start a new caucus, the Train Travel Caucus, to increase rail infrastructure in Tennessee. 

    By Rob Moore February 23, 2022
  • Business

    After Family Dollar warehouse is closed due to rats, officials want inquiry

    Live rodents, dead rodents in “various states of decay,” rodent feces, dead birds and bird droppings were found inside a West Memphis Family Dollar distribution facility, prompting a voluntary recall. 

    By The Associated Press, Jasmine McCraven February 21, 2022
  • Business

    Fatal accident Friday at FedEx hub

    A woman working in the hub at FedEx was killed early Friday morning, according to the Memphis Police Department.

    By Yolanda Jones February 18, 2022
  • Business

    Dunavant Enterprises expands operations to Mexico

    To help alleviate a supply-chain hardship that could last well into 2023, the Memphis-based logistics company pursues Mexico operations, something it hasn’t had since 2010.

    By Rob Moore February 14, 2022
  • Business

    Memphis airport ‘not impacted’ by 5G interference

    But FedEx World Hub could be affected, Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority officials said.

    By Jasmine McCraven January 21, 2022
  • Business

    ‘B’ the change: Airport to open modernized concourse next month

    The project included much-needed seismic upgrades as well as a redesign that added more natural lighting, wider corridors, larger gate areas and higher ceilings. 

    By Jasmine McCraven January 20, 2022
  • Business

    FedEx to add to its all-electric delivery fleet

    FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., plans for 50% of its global pickup and delivery vehicle purchases to be electric by 2025, with plans to reach 100% by 2030. 

    By Rob Moore January 06, 2022
  • Business

    Ford to nearly double production of F-150 Lightning

    The automotive campus at Blue Oval City should start manufacturing the all-electric pickup truck by 2025. 

    By Rob Moore January 05, 2022
  • Transportation & Logistics

    United, Delta cancel flights over Christmas due to Omicron

    Delta said it canceled flights Friday because of the impact of Omicron and possibility of bad weather after it had “exhausted all options and resources — including rerouting and substitutions of aircraft and crews to cover scheduled flying.”

    By The Associated Press December 24, 2021
  • Business

    Airport’s new concourse has ‘wow’ factor, modern amenities

    Memphis International Airport is nearing completion of its remodel of Terminal B, which will house all airline activity, retail shops and restaurants. 

    By Christin Yates December 18, 2021

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