ISTANBUL – January 27, 2025 – Federal Express Corporation, the world’s largest express transportation company, recently announced the launch of five new weekly flights connecting Asia Pacific (APAC) and the United States via Türkiye. The new flights further strengthen the company’s worldwide air network offering significant routing flexibility and providing strong support for trade along the new routes. This strategic enhancement leverages the newly inaugurated FedEx global air transit facility at Istanbul Airport (IST), ensuring seamless connectivity across its global network.
All five flights utilise B777 freighters, enhancing daily parcel and freight capacity into the FedEx network. Three flights depart from the FedEx APAC hub at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, while two flights depart from the FedEx Shanghai International Express and Cargo Facility at Shanghai Pudong International Airport. This enhanced capacity provides businesses in Türkiye with greater flexibility and reliability for imports from Asia and exports to Europe and the U.S.
A key advantage for importers in Türkiye
The recently announced flights will also offer significant benefits for customers trading on this route. The next-day arrival of the B777 from China provides Turkish importers with an earlier clearance opportunity. FedEx will now provide the required customs documentation one day earlier, enabling customers to clear their goods on the day of arrival instead of waiting an extra day.
This enhancement is especially valuable in today’s highly competitive business landscape, where every hour counts to keep production lines running smoothly. By combining expanded connectivity with faster clearance, FedEx is helping Turkish businesses stay competitive in global supply chains.
“As the global trade landscape continues to evolve, Türkiye plays an increasingly important role as a bridge between Asia and the rest of the world,” said Eser Sezek, vice president, ground operations, FedEx Express Türkiye. “With expanded connectivity and continuous network optimisation, FedEx in Türkiye is creating exceptional value for customers who need more options. These flights mark a key step in strengthening our international air network, enhancing our ability to support key trade lanes with greater capacity and reliability.”
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