FedEx has opened a new logistics facility close to Manchester Airport as part of its efforts to upgrade its capabilities in the northwest of the UK.
The new facility measures 38,000 sq ft, is located around half a mile from Manchester Airport and features technologies such as an automated sorting system and x-ray machines to increase “throughput, speed, and efficiency”.
”The new facility is part of a relocation of Manchester operations, providing the opportunity to upgrade and enhance FedEx capabilities in the Northwest region,” FedEx said in a press release.
Steve Johnson, managing director, UK air operations at FedEx, said: “ The opening of our enhanced facility in Manchester is a significant milestone for FedEx and our valued customers as we continue to advance our freight capabilities in the UK.
”With the rising demand for cargo aviation and the rapid growth of e-commerce, we recognise the need to reconfigure our network to prioritise both speed and efficiency.’’
‘’We have seen first-hand the positive impact our investment in technological capabilities has had at our Stansted Airport facility for small and medium-sized enterprises. Our goal is to ensure businesses in the Northwest experience the same benefits.”
The express firm pointed out that the northwest corridor region accounts for 22.5% of the UK’s total freight GDP.
