FedEx is reinforcing its presence on the transatlantic with the launch of new freighter frequencies between Liège in Belgium and Memphis in the US.
The additions, which began on 28 April, increase the number of flights operated each week from five to eight.
FedEx utilises Boeing 777 freighter aircraft for the operation.
“The role of Liege in the FedEx air network has shifted in recent years to being a dedicated intercontinental freight hub, part of a global strategy to redesign the air network to improve density and network utilisation,” FedEx said in a press release.
”The increased frequency enhances the role of Liege in the global network and comes as FedEx continues to focus on its strategy to grow in the sizeable $80 billion global air freight market.”
Rudi Loontiens, managing director, hub operations at FedEx, added: ”The increased frequency of the Liege-Memphis air route underscores the strategic role Liege hub plays in our global air network, being the intercontinental freight hub for Europe.
”This development reflects our commitment to a strong and sustainable presence in Wallonia. We are proud to continue supporting Liège, both in infrastructure and in people, while strengthening Belgium’s role at the heart of international trade flows.”
FedEx’ first launched its Liège–Memphis connection in April 2017 and since then, the company has expanded its nonstop transatlantic offering from Liège with new routes to Indianapolis and Oakland.