All strung up: Federal Express

Article Abstract:

Federal Express Corp became financially troubled during the past few years, because of over-investment and floundering operations in Europe. The courier services firm hopes to recover by expanding into the distribution of industrial packages in Asia.

Foreign operations, Courier services, Express delivery services

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Pass the parcel: Federal Express

Article Abstract:

Federal Express has decided to sell its unprofitable intra-European courier operations to competitors TNT and Securicor Omega Express. Federal Express will retain a distribution service based in 16 major metropolitan areas in Europe.

Freight transportation arrangement, Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, TNT, Securicor Omega Express

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Pass the parcel: transport in Asia

Article Abstract:

The aerial freighter business is booming in Asia, growing at a faster rate than passenger airlines. UPS and Federal Express are among US companies hoping to make progress in Asia. Problems faced by competitors are discussed.

Air transportation, scheduled, All-Cargo Airlines, Scheduled Freight Air Transportation, Asia, Cargo airlines

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