TOKYO, Japan, August 6, 2026 — Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, today announced an expanded collaboration with Japan Post to provide customers in Japan with broader international shipping options and greater access to global markets, supporting both business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) shipping needs.
Beginning in early August 2026, FedEx will support Japan Post’s U-Global Express (UGX) e-commerce shipping service to additional destinations across Europe, complementing its existing coverage in the United States and Canada. The enhanced service provides customers in Japan with more options to connect with international customers through a reliable global shipping network.
The expanded collaboration also supports Japan Post’s launch of a new priority shipping service under UGX designed to meet the time-sensitive shipping needs of business customers in Japan. The service is available for shipments destined for the United States, Canada, and select destinations in Europe and Korea.
Operations for the enhanced UGX services remain unchanged. Japan Post will continue to handle package acceptance and pickup through its extensive domestic network, while FedEx manages international air transportation, customs clearance, and final delivery in destination markets through its global network.
“As businesses increasingly look beyond domestic markets for growth opportunities, access to reliable and flexible international shipping solutions has never been more important,” said Kei Alan Kubota, managing director of FedEx Japan. “We are proud to expand our collaboration with Japan Post to provide customers in Japan with greater access to international markets. The destination options offer businesses greater choice, speed, and reliability in managing international shipments. Together with Japan Post, we are helping customers seize new opportunities in cross-border e-commerce and global trade.”
FedEx continues to invest in strengthening its network and service offerings to meet evolving customer demands and support the growth of international trade. The initiatives include:
- Expansion of the Eastern Japan gateway at Narita International Airport, featuring an advanced sorting system designed to handle growing cross-border e-commerce and freight volumes. The expanded facility is scheduled to open in phases from late 2026 through 2027.
- Strengthened intra-Asia connectivity with a new Guangzhou-Sydney non-stop flight, reducing transit times from Asian markets, including Japan, to Australia by up to one day.