FedEx ready for the Christmas rush
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FedEx expects says it expects to handle 380-400million packages on its global network between Black Friday (24 November) and Christmas Eve.
It also predicts that it will more than double its average daily volume of 13 million shipments on three Mondays over the Christmas period.
It attributes the surge to e-commerce-savvy consumers making more last-minute purchases.
FedEx’s main European hub at Paris-Charles de Gaulle regularly handles over 300 aircraft per week and handles around 1,200 tonnes of freight per day. The Central and Eastern Europe hub in Cologne handles 58 weekly flights to and from Europe, the US, and Asia.
Worldwide, over 400,000 team members are preparing for the peak season on the FedEx global network, which consists of more than 650 planes (the second largest airline in the world in terms of number of aircraft) and more than 150,000 motorised vehicles.
Questions & Answers
Q.How many packages does FedEx expect to handle during the upcoming Christmas period?
How many packages does FedEx expect to handle during the upcoming Christmas period?
FedEx anticipates managing between 380 and 400 million packages across its global network. This volume is expected between Black Friday (24 November) and Christmas Eve, indicating a significant peak in operations.
Q.What is the reason given for the predicted increase in package volume during the Christmas rush?
What is the reason given for the predicted increase in package volume during the Christmas rush?
The surge in package volume is attributed to e-commerce-savvy consumers. These customers are reportedly making more last-minute purchases, which contributes to the increased demand on FedEx's network.
Q.How many aircraft and vehicles are part of FedEx's global network in preparation for the peak season?
How many aircraft and vehicles are part of FedEx's global network in preparation for the peak season?
FedEx's global network includes more than 650 planes, making it the second largest airline globally by aircraft numbers. It also comprises over 150,000 motorised vehicles, all being prepared for the busy season.