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UPS Breaks Ground On New Salt Lake City Regional Operations Facility

US 02/23/17Salt Lake City, UT$275 million project will feature advanced automation technology to support 1,500 jobsUPS (NYSE:UPS) will build a new regional operations hub in Salt Lake City that will be among the largest processing facilities in its global package network. When completed in late 2018, the new 840,000 square foot facility will process 69,000 packages per hour as a complement to the existing 200,000 square foot operations in town. “This new regional hub is one of our strategic init

By | 2017-02-22T23:53:00+00:00 February 22nd, 2017|shippers|0 Comments

UPS Breaks Ground To Expand Columbus Hub

The 375,000 square-foot-addition and retrofit to the 5101 Trabue Road facility brings advanced technology and operations automation to respond to growing customer needs. Earlier this spring, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority approved UPS participation in an incentive program for the project commitment. “UPS’s investment will create high- paying jobs, generate greater economic opportunity for the entire region and also improve and expand UPS delivery services. High-speed UPS Smart Label® applicators

By | 2016-11-18T17:30:45+00:00 November 18th, 2016|News, shippers, Shipping|0 Comments

UPS Breaks Ground On Louisville Centennial Hub Expansion

The bulldozers are moving earth on UPS’s (NYSE: UPS) latest expansion project, bringing the rest of the Earth even closer to UPS customers in Kentucky and parts of Southern Indiana. This will improve accuracy and package integrity, while minimizing time in transit for UPS customers. “The additional capacity and hundreds of new jobs this expansion at the Centennial Ground Hub will create will help UPS play an even greater role in Kentucky’s economic development future. US 08/25/16Louisville, KY$300 million project to triple size, add 300 jobs and increase service capacity for customers. “This expansion by UPS, a premier global shipping and logistics company, will continue improving speed, service and volume for UPS customers while strengthening Kentucky’s already significant distribution and logistics industry,” Kentucky Gov.

By | 2016-09-13T15:10:15+00:00 August 25th, 2016|News, shippers, Shipping, ups|0 Comments

UPS Breaks Ground On New Technology Center

US 03/29/16Parsippany, New JerseyNew technology facility designed to house 1,000 workersUPS (NYSE: UPS) today announced construction of a new global technology development center in Parsippany, NJ. “Each year, UPS invests approximately one billion dollars in technology,” added Juan Perez, UPS senior vice president of technology. UPSers at this new location are part of the company’s global team that conceived, designed and developed industry-leading technologies that UPS customers use every day like UPS My Choice®, UPS CampusShip®, UPS WorldShip®, UPS® Tracking and other visibility tools. “This new facility will provide a collaborative setting for the creative team developing the UPS technology of tomorrow.”"We are proud UPS will be developing this state-of-the-art technology facility in New Jersey further demonstrating a firm commitment and faith in the state as a place to live, work and do business," said Governor Chris Christie. In demonstration of UPS’s commitment to sustainability and the environment, the facility was designed by HLW International to be LEED certified.

By | 2016-09-13T15:37:47+00:00 March 29th, 2016|News, shippers, Shipping, ups|0 Comments

FedEx Breaks Ground on New Temperature Controlled Logistics Facility at Memphis World Hub

About FedEx HealthCare SolutionsFedEx HealthCare Solutions is committed to offering specialty services to the healthcare industry. The new FedEx Express cold chain facility is being designed and constructed by Indiana based engineering and architectural firm MSKTD and Associates, Inc. MEMPHIS, Tenn., October 10, 2013 – FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), announced today that it is beginning construction on a new state-of-the-art temperature controlled facility and heavyweight pickup and delivery operation at the FedEx Express World Hub in Memphis, TN. It will be located in Memphis, TN at 2617 Democrat Road, adjacent to the FedEx Express World Hub. To learn more about FedEx cold chain solutions, visit http://www.fedex.com/us/healthcare/.

By | 2016-09-02T06:58:00+00:00 October 10th, 2013|fedex, News, shippers, Shipping|0 Comments

FedEx Trade Networks Breaks Ground at Riverview Solar Technology Park

FedEx Trade Networks Breaks Ground at Riverview Solar Technology ParkTONAWANDA, N.Y., May 14, 2013 — FedEx Trade Networks, the freight forwarding and customs brokerage arm of global shipping giant FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), officially broke ground at its future residence, the Riverview Solar Technology Park in Tonawanda. State and local officials were on hand to welcome FedEx Trade Networks and comment on the impact of the move. By moving into the park, New York’s first solar-ready business complex, FedEx Trade Networks will consolidate multiple locations and functions. Strategically situated, Riverview Solar Technology Park is just 10 miles from the Canadian border and the province of Ontario, with quick access to both highways and rail. According to FedEx Trade Networks, construction will begin this month and the first wave of company employees is projected to move in toward the end of 2013.

By | 2016-09-02T07:04:43+00:00 May 14th, 2013|fedex, News, shippers, Shipping|0 Comments

FedEx Express Breaks Ground on New Solar Installation at Newark Hub Facility

FedEx Express Breaks Ground on New Solar Installation at Newark Hub FacilityMemphis, TN, October 17, 2012 – FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world’s largest express transportation company, today announced plans to install its largest rooftop solar-electric system at its distribution hub in Newark, NJ. “We applaud FedEx for thinking green and adding to the Port Authority’s already-robust sustainability program,” said Port Authority Executive Director Pat Foye. Workers will install the 8,684 solar modules that will cover 3.5 acres across three buildings on the roof of the FedEx Express hub at Newark airport. The Port Authority receives no tax revenue from either the state of New York or New Jersey or from the City of New York. About Ray Angelini, Inc.Ray Angelini, Inc. (RAI®) is a commercial solar design build, solar maintenance, electrical construction, general construction, and power systems testing and commissioning firm.

By | 2016-09-02T07:18:05+00:00 October 17th, 2012|fedex, News, shippers, Shipping|0 Comments