United States (English)

FedEx Express Expands to Paine Field in North Seattle Market

New daily MEM-PAE-MEM route will provide additional capacity, later pickup times, and earlier market delivery times in north Seattle



express-logo-feexp2-e-prf-2c-pos-rgb-2.png

MEMPHIS, Tenn., August 6, 2021 — FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world’s largest express transportation company, will expand its Seattle-area operations with a new ramp operation at Paine Field Snohomish County Airport in Everett, Wash., beginning in the fall of 2021.

A new daily Boeing 757 flight will operate Monday through Friday between Paine Field and the FedEx Express World Hub in Memphis, Tenn. offering north Seattle-area customers in 37 ZIP codes extended pickup times by up to two hours. The new flight will also offer earlier market delivery times, additional dry ice capabilities, and increased overall market capacity.

“We are proud to grow our presence and enhance our services in the north Seattle market by expanding operations to Paine Field,” said Tim Wertner, senior vice president, U.S. operations west, FedEx Express. “Paine Field is already a driving economic force in Snohomish County, and this expansion positions our network for continued success in delivering for our customers.”

FedEx will occupy a 19.24-acre, 68,745-square foot facility, and the grounds offer the ability to expand with additional gates.

About FedEx Express

FedEx Express is the world’s largest express transportation company, providing fast and reliable delivery to more than 220 countries and territories. FedEx Express uses a global air-and-ground network to speed delivery of time-sensitive shipments, by a definite time and date with a money-back guarantee1.

[1] Subject to relevant terms and conditions

About FedEx Corp.

FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) provides customers and businesses worldwide with a broad portfolio of transportation, e-commerce and business services. With annual revenue of $84 billion, the company offers integrated business solutions through operating companies competing collectively, operating collaboratively and innovating digitally under the respected FedEx brand. Consistently ranked among the world’s most admired and trusted employers, FedEx inspires its 570,000 team members to remain focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards and the needs of their customers and communities. FedEx is committed to connecting people and possibilities around the world responsibly and resourcefully, with a goal to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2040. To learn more, please visit about.fedex.com.


# # #