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Federal Express Corporation (FedEx) has announced an increase in its air cargo capacity between Asia Pacific (APAC) and Europe by adding five weekly flights to its schedule. The new flights will connect APAC markets with the FedEx European hub at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. According to the company, this move is intended to enhance service reliability on the Asia-Europe trade route and provide businesses with faster, more flexible access to European markets ahead of the year-end shopping season.
Industry data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) shows that air freight volumes between Europe and Asia have grown for 30 consecutive months, including a 13% increase in August 2025 compared to the previous year. The European Union remains a key import market for over 100 countries, while APAC economies are among its most rapidly growing suppliers.
Salil Chari, senior vice president of Marketing and Customer Experience for Asia Pacific at FedEx, stated: “The Asia-Europe corridor is one of the highest growing trade lanes. In our survey of nearly 4,000 customers in Asia this year, over 20% said they plan to shift their trading focus to Europe over the next 12 months. We are adapting quickly and flexing our network to create a blueprint for the next wave of opportunity for Asia’s expanding trade ecosystem. Through enhanced connectivity between APAC and Europe, we are helping businesses respond to market changes, reach new customers, tap growth and strengthen their position in global trade.”
