FedEx enhances International Priority Service in India, cuts transit time to key export markets

In a bid to improve transit time for exporters, FedEx Express, on Monday said it will enhance its International Priority (IP) service in India. FedEx in a statement said the move would improve the efficiency of goods circulation and enable customers to seize global opportunities.

Accordingly, with this enhancement, shipments can now be delivered to major markets and territories around the world within two to three business days. FedEx Express says this represents at least a one-day improvement compared to previous transit times for major markets.


“By providing a day-definite delivery service that combines speed and reliability, FedEx offers customers the ability to ship urgent and critical shipments. Additionally, this enhancement includes FedEx door-to-door and customs-cleared services,” a statement said.

With the move, transit time for shipments from India to the US can now be delivered within two to three business days. Similarly, shipments to major markets in Europe can be delivered within two business days and major markets in Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (AMEA) can now be covered within two to four business days.

India is witnessing a slowdown in demand and strong global headwinds, along with increased competition. Reaching consumers in key export markets in the shortest possible time has become a key part of the global supply chain.

“As the backbone of the Indian economy, small and medium enterprises deserve all the assistance we can offer. FedEx has been continually strengthening its operational capabilities and innovating its products and services to help SMEs navigate the complex supply chain landscape. This latest service improvement reaffirms the FedEx commitment to provide SMEs and local businesses with faster and more reliable access to global markets, fueling their growth and success,” said, Suvendu Choudhury, vice president India Operations, said in a statement.

In May, FedEx announced the reinstatement of its International Economy (IE) service in Asia Pacific, which typically delivers within two to five business days to major destinations worldwide. This service provides differentiated solutions for less urgent shipments.