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FedEx Trade Networks Welcomes New President

FedEx Trade Networks welcomes experienced global logistics executive, Patrick Moebel, to lead its air and ocean freight forwarding and customs brokerage businesses.

MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 10, 2021 — FedEx Logistics, Inc., a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), announced that Patrick Moebel has been hired to lead its air and ocean freight forwarding and customs brokerage businesses, collectively known as FedEx Trade Networks Transport & Brokerage, Inc. (FedEx Trade Networks).

Moebel assumed his role January 1, 2021, bringing more than 30 years of experience in the brokerage, supply chain, and transportation industries across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Throughout his distinguished leadership career, he has excelled as a collaborative global citizen, team builder, and communicator. Most recently, he served as president of the Americas at a renowned global logistics company. His credentials include the successful transformations of sizable forwarding and brokerage businesses on a country, regional, and global level.

“Patrick has impressive and extensive leadership experience in the logistics industry,” said FedEx Logistics President & CEO Udo Lange. “With Patrick Moebel at the helm of FedEx Trade Networks, we will continue to evolve as the FedEx Force Multiplier, driving value for all of FedEx and unleashing our unique capabilities with a clear focus on continuing to provide world-class service experience for our customers.”

Moebel is a native of Basel, Switzerland, and speaks fluent English, French, and German.

“I am honored to lead this incredibly talented, global team,” said Moebel. “The work we do to take care of our team members and deliver for our customers by helping them navigate the complexities of global commerce is unparalleled. I look forward to our company creating even more value for our customers moving forward.”


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About FedEx Logistics
FedEx Logistics plays a key role within the FedEx portfolio, connecting 99% of the world’s gross domestic product (GDP) with its comprehensive suite of specialty logistics solutions. The company provides air and ocean freight forwarding, supply chain solutions, customs brokerage and trade management tools and data from a single trusted source. For more information, visit fedex.com/logistics.


Corporate Overview
FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) provides customers and businesses worldwide with a broad portfolio of transportation, e-commerce and business services. With annual revenue of $79 billion, the company offers integrated business solutions through operating companies competing collectively, operating collaboratively and innovating digitally under the respected FedEx brand. Consistently ranked among the world's most admired and trusted employers, FedEx inspires its more than 570,000 team members to remain focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards and the needs of their customers and communities. FedEx is committed to connecting people and possibilities around the world responsibly and resourcefully, with a goal to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2040. To learn more, please visit about.fedex.com.

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