FedEx Express Expands International Day-definite Delivery Services to Four More Markets in AMEA

Continuous expansion of the FedEx® International Connect Plus (FICP) sets to fuel cross-border e-commerce growth within Southeast Asia 

FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world's largest express transportation companies, has expanded FedEx® International Connect Plus (FICP), an international, day-definite, e-commerce shipping service that combines competitive speed with attractive prices to four more markets across the Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (AMEA) region, including Indonesia, New Zealand, the Philippines, and Vietnam.

The broader coverage of FICP is FedEx latest effort to support the robust development of e-commerce in the AMEA region. Led by three of the fastest-growing markets – the Philippines, Indonesia and Vietnam, e-commerce sales in Southeast Asia will reach $100 billion by 2023. The e-commerce market in New Zealand is also forecast to grow 6% each year up to 2025. 

FedEx Express and Gawad Kalinga join forces to build safe water systems for eight communities across the Philippines

Children from the GK ICD Village in Bagac Bataan enjoy their new water source.

FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world's largest express transportation companies recently awarded US$50,000 to Gawad Kalinga, a local non-profit, as part of its Priority Earth Global Grant Program. This fund will go toward installing safer water systems to help improve the quality of life of over 3,000 Filipinos from eight disadvantaged communities across the country. 

Members of Gawad Kalinga Enchanted Farm community in Angat Bulacan joined the virtual launch of the Priority Earth Global Grant Program on June 14, 2022.

FedEx and BigCommerce join forces to empower SMEs to tap soaring e-commerce opportunities

BigCommerce merchants can now access FedEx e-commerce solutions at competitive rates. New merchants also get two months of free services on BigCommerce.

FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, announced a new alliance with BigCommerce (Nasdaq: BIGC), an open SaaS e-commerce platform. BigCommerce merchants signing up for the FedEx-BigCommerce alliance program can enjoy enhanced shipping capabilities, with access to a premium delivery experience for their customers at reasonable prices. 

Distance learning helps a Filipino student win the 115th FedEx Express/JA International Trade Challenge

COVID-19 has reshaped the educational system around the world as it transitioned from in-person classes to virtual learning. Students have had to overcome distractions at home, deal with connectivity issues, and learn to stay motivated despite the lack of physical interaction with teachers and schoolmates.    

But Princess Gurrea has proven that learning is not confined to a classroom and that online platforms such as FedEx JA International Trade Challenge, a global competition that nurtures the entrepreneurial spirit and business skills of young students, provide opportunities to expand one’s horizon. Princess is one of the grand prize winners in the recently concluded 15th edition of the competition.

Philippine Small Businesses Reap More Rewards from Expanded Loyalty Program—My FedEx Rewards

New update aims to reward small- & medium-business ownerswith more shipping perks and gifts

FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, has expanded the My FedEx Rewards (MFR) program, a FedEx point-based loyalty program designed to reward small and medium customers for choosing FedEx.

For the first time, the rewards program will be open to owners of either corporate or personal shipping accounts. Under the program, customers can earn rewards points for eligible shipments:

Bragais Footwear steps up global presence through FedEx SME network

Filipino shoemaker Jojo Bragais has chosen to work with FedEx Express to deliver his signature pieces to Florida, USA for the 69th Miss Universe pageant.

For the burgeoning Jojo Bragais shoe enterprise, being the official footwear sponsor of the recently held 69th Miss Universe pageant was an auspicious opportunity not only to showcase Filipino talent but also grow its brand and further expand their global market.