FedEx is reinforcing its presence on the transatlantic with the launch of new freighter frequencies between Liège in Belgium and Memphis in the US.\n\nThe additions, which began on 28 April, increase the number of flights operated each week from five to eight.\n\nFedEx utilises Boeing 777 freighter aircraft for the operation.\n\n\"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.\n\n\"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.\" \n\nRudi 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.\n\n\"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.\" \n\nFedEx’ 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.

FedEx reinforces on the transatlantic with Liège service expansion

FedEx has increased its transatlantic freighter frequencies between Liège, Belgium, and Memphis, USA, from five to eight weekly flights starting April 28. The expansion, utilizing Boeing 777 freighters, strengthens Liège's role as an intercontinental freight hub. Rudi Loontiens, managing director of hub operations, emphasized the strategic importance of the route for global trade and Belgium's infrastructure support.