Vilnius, Lithuania – February 27, 2025—Federal Express Corporation, the world’s largest express transportation company, has officially opened a new sorting facility in Vilnius. The new facility, being built as Lithuanian companies continue to show strong aspirations for international trade, provides businesses with improved cross-border e-commerce capabilities and streamlined logistics operations.
The facility boasts a total area of nearly 3,700 square meters, encompassing a 2,500 m² warehouse and an office space of approximately 1,200 m². Equipped with an advanced sorting system, the facility features three docks for linehaul trucks, three van-truck docks (including one ground-level access), and 40 dedicated courier van docking docks, ensuring efficient handling of current and future parcel volumes.
The building also incorporates elements designed to create a comfortable working environment and greater energy efficiency, including best-in-class insulation and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Strategically located near Vilnius’s western exit, the facility provides seamless connectivity with FedEx operations in Kaunas and Warsaw, enhancing access to the company’s European Road Network. Direct connectivity to daily flights from Kaunas to Paris Charles de Gaulle, one of the biggest air hubs in the FedEx network (with the Memphis World Hub as the biggest), ensures rapid delivery solutions for global markets.
Empowering Lithuanian Businesses in E-Commerce
The expansion comes amidst Lithuania’s steady economic growth[1], particularly in the e-commerce sector. With 38.9% of Lithuanian enterprises engaged in online sales[2], significantly exceeding the European Union average, the country is emerging as a leader in e-commerce. The new facility aims to empower these businesses by providing enhanced cross-border shipping capabilities, faster delivery times, and streamlined customs clearance.
FedEx International Connect Plus (FICP) service, launched in Lithuania in 2022, provides businesses a reliable, day-definite, and cost-effective shipping solution. It offers delivery to over 195 countries and territories and is specifically designed for online B2C and D2C business needs. It includes customs clearance, full tracking, recipient notifications, delivery management, and simplified returns.
Commitment to Growth in the CEE Region
The Vilnius facility is part of the company’s ongoing investment in the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region. In recent years, FedEx has strengthened its infrastructure by building or expanding 17 facilities in six countries in the region, driving innovation and enhancing logistics efficiency there.
“The new investment in Lithuania underscores our dedication to driving innovation and enhancing efficiency in the logistics industry,” said Mariusz Mik, Vice President Ground Operations Nordics, Eastern Europe, FedEx. “This facility not only enhances delivery processes and reliability for Lithuanian businesses but also helps strengthen their competitiveness on the global stage. As online shopping continues to rise, at FedEx, we remain committed to providing innovative and customer-centric logistics solutions to support Lithuania’s thriving e-commerce sector.”
About FedEx in Lithuania
FedEx operates two key locations in Lithuania—Vilnius and Kaunas—both seamlessly integrated into the unrivalled FedEx global air and road network. This infrastructure empowers Lithuanian businesses to reach global markets with unparalleled speed and reliability.
FedEx offers a comprehensive portfolio of express and deferred freight solutions, providing flexibility to choose the optimal shipping option based on specific needs and timelines. Deliveries to key destinations like the U.S. East Coast can be achieved the next business day, while shipments to Asia typically arrive within 2 to 5 days. The FedEx European Road network, a cornerstone of the company’s European operations, connects 45 countries and allows customers to seamlessly ship both parcels and freight through a single provider and a single interface, simplifying logistics and streamlining operations.
[1] Source: https://economy-finance.ec.europa.eu/economic-surveillance-eu-economies/lithuania/economic-forecast-lithuania_en
[2] Source: https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/web/products-eurostat-news/w/ddn-20240226-1