FedEx to expand Philippines gateway to support e-commerce growth

FedEx Corporation has signed an agreement with Luzon International Premiere Airport Development (LIPAD), the operator and manager of Clark International Airport, to expand and upgrade its gateway in Clark, Pampanga in the Philippines.

Upon completion, the new FedEx facility will be more than double the size of the company’s current facility and will offer enhanced capabilities to support the growing demand for e-commerce, freight and cold-chain shipments across the Asia-Pacific region.

According to FedEx, this strategic expansion will transform Clark International Airport (CRK) into a premier global civil aviation logistics hub for international cargo. The planned establishment of additional facilities, such as aprons and taxiways, will facilitate FedEx operations, enabling better handling of cargo and fostering growth in the logistics sector.

“We are pleased to sign this agreement that symbolizes our intent to kick-start the expansion of our gateway at Clark,” said Maribeth Espinosa, managing director of FedEx Philippines. “Since our establishment in 1984 in the Philippines, we remain committed to continuously enhancing our network and service offerings to support the growing needs of our customers and strengthen their connection to overseas markets. This expansion is a testament to our strong commitment to facilitating cross-border trade and optimizing the country’s supply chain capabilities.”

In October 2021, FedEx unveiled its gateway in Clark to boost support for local businesses and e-commerce growth. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, the 17,000m2 facility can sort up to 9,000 parcels per hour and enables FedEx to provide customers with a more efficient and reliable service. Its dedicated freight-handling area spans 630m2.