SHANGHAI, March 14, 2012 — FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation company, recently launched an Eco-drive campaign in 10 Asia-Pacific markets: Australia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Taiwan and Thailand. The aim of the Eco-drive program is to improve fuel efficiency by changing the daily driving habits of hundreds of FedEx drivers.
Started in Japan, Eco-drive teaches FedEx drivers how to operate in a more environmentally friendly way through both classroom and practical sessions. Taught by experts from Isuzu, the benefits of the Eco-drive program include fuel efficiency leading to cost savings, lower emissions leading to a cleaner environment, and, vehicle accident prevention leading to safer roads.
The techniques and tips learned from the program can be applied on the job and outside of work. Hundreds of FedEx Asia-Pacific drivers will increase their awareness of the importance of energy conservation, environmental protection and general road safety.
“The Eco-drive program demonstrates that it’s not just where and what FedEx team members are driving that can make a big difference in reducing fuel use, but also how they are driving,” said David L. Cunningham Jr., president of FedEx Express, Asia Pacific. “The Eco-drive program addresses the ‘how’ by offering practical tips that anyone can use in order to drive in an environmentally friendly way. Eco-drive is just one more example of our commitment to environmental sustainability and community programs in Asia Pacific.”
Along with the Eco-drive program, the FedEx commitment to environmental sustainability includes shifting to more efficient vehicles and aircraft through increased investment in all-electric and alternative drive train vehicles and adding 777F aircraft to its fleet. This fiscal year, FedEx Express is adding almost 4,000 vehicles that are at least 100% more fuel efficient than the most commonly found alternatives they replace. By the end of May 2011, the company increased its all-electric and hybrid-electric vehicle fleet by 20 percent, with more than 400 vehicles in service across the globe . As a result, FedEx has made major progress in its commitment to improve fuel efficiency by 20% by the end of 2020 . Since 2005, FedEx has reduced fuel consumption by 15.1% .
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