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.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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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.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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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.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1995
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