Some FedEx pilots pulled from China after ‘inconclusive’ COVID-19 tests
Some FedEx pilots have been pulled out of China and returned to the United States after tests for coronavirus proved inconclusive.
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April 2020
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Fred Smith taking big pay cut as COVID-19 squeezes business
FedEx chief Frederick W. Smith has taken a voluntary, 91% pay cut as the Memphis-based company reports COVID-19 continues to negatively impact operations, cash flows and liquidity.
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March 2020
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FedEx adds temperature screening to COVID-19 precautions at Memphis world hub
The FedEx Express hub in Memphis has added no-touch thermal imaging and forehead temperature testing for workers, vendors and visitors to its precautions to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
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Inside look at FedEx’s special operation to speed COVID-19 testing
FedEx responded quickly when federal agencies asked for expedited movement of coronavirus test specimens from remote testing sites to labs. The network launched Saturday, March 21.
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FedEx Express works with U.S., retailers to expedite COVID-19 test results across 12 states
FedEx Express worked over the weekend to set up a priority shipping network to expedite processing of coronavirus test specimens from more than 50 testing sites in 12 states.
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FedEx not interested in federal aid at the moment, chief says
FedEx chief Frederick W. Smith said Sunday the company doesn't need federal aid at this time, but "it's a good thing to have there ... if things get really bad."
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Updated: Worker at FedEx corporate HQ tests positive for coronavirus
A case of coronavirus has been reported for an employee at FedEx corporate headquarters on Shady Grove Road in East Memphis. The office was shut down for cleaning and disinfecting.
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Coronavirus daily blog, March 10: U of M athletics releases statement
CBU faculty member, student under self-quarantine; Le Bonheur updates visitor policy; stocks rebound.
Editor's note: Due to the serious public health implications associated with COVID-19, The Daily Memphian is making our coronavirus coverage accessible to all readers.
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‘Like military base on high alert,’ FedEx hub aids COVID-19 fight
Business as usual at FedEx world hub in Memphis means moving coronavirus test materials, protective gear and coveted commodities.
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Airport adds to FedEx, UPS leases, ponders virus impact
Memphis International Airport officials approved leasing more land to FedEx and UPS, noting that cargo activity is expected to continue amid uncertainty of coronavirus.
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FedEx chief dishes on coronavirus in Fox News interview
FedEx chairman Frederick W. Smith discussed operating worldwide during a pandemic in a Fox News interview Wednesday.
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FedEx making strides on big picture despite short-term pain
FedEx shares rallied Wednesday, a day the after company reported recent positive trends in China and U.S. e-commerce amid a sea of uncertainty over coronavirus.
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Updated: Huge shipment of donated COVID-19 test kits, masks moves through Memphis
Chinese billionaire Jack Ma's donation of coronavirus test kits and masks to the U.S. was handled at Memphis International Airport, with a little help from FedEx.
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FedEx details China comeback in otherwise cloudy earnings outlook
FedEx reported earnings for the December-February quarter on Tuesday, March 17, amid widespread uncertainty about coronavirus impact on future.
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Couriers keeping distance from customers during coronavirus outbreak
FedEx, UPS change signature protocols to keep delivery personnel a healthy distance away from customers during coronavirus pandemic.
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Pandemic’s toll could come into focus in FedEx earnings
Analysts aren't sure yet how much impact coronavirus will have on FedEx third quarter earnings, scheduled for reporting Tuesday, but some believe the company should be prepared for long-term fallout.
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‘Strategic thinker’ Alan Graf bowing out of FedEx inner circle
Mike Lenz will have to develop relationships with analysts and investors who have been comfortable dealing with Alan Graf for a long time.
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Travel ban doesn’t apply to cargo, FedEx says
FedEx said it will continue cargo flights between Europe and the U.S. after confirming that President Trump's 30-day ban on travel doesn't apply to air freight.
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High-ranking FedEx executive stepping down in December
One of FedEx Corp.'s top executives is stepping down later this year after 40 years with the company.
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FedEx improves vacation benefit for newer employees
FedEx employees won't have to wait until they've been with the company five years to get three weeks of vacation, under a policy change effective June 1.
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FedEx losing key executive on NFL, PGA branding deals
Patrick Fitzgerald, described as one of the key executives in FedEx Corp.'s sports-related branding and marketing efforts, has announced his departure from the company effective March 31.
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February 2020
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FedEx plane planned for East High’s front lawn
The Shelby County Schools board has applied for a zoning variance to create a static display of a FedEx Beechcraft airplane in front of East High School.
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FedEx truck driver shot at on I-40, investigation ongoing
The Shelby County Sheriff's Office is investigating an interstate shooting incident in which a FedEx truck driver was shot at on Interstate 40 Feb. 25. The driver was not injured.
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FedEx Express SVP says his career shows how far a hub worker can go
FedEx's Shannon Brown started his career with the company more than 40 years ago and is now trying to reduce turnover at the Memphis hub.
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FedEx, pilots reach deal on China flights
FedEx and the Air Line Pilots Association reached an agreement Saturday making flights to and from coronavirus-stricken China voluntary for flight crew members and providing premium pay for crews flying those routes.
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