FedEx Acquires Manton to Expand Services in Asia Pacific Region
FedEx announced it has agreed to acquire Manton Air-Sea Pty Ltd, a leading provider of logistics services, including freight forwarding and customs brokerage solutions.
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Manton’s capabilities complement and expand the FedEx portfolio of offerings essential to the rapidly growing global commerce landscape. The acquisition is expected to close later this year and is subject to customary closing conditions.
With operations across Australia, Manton connects customers to global markets through regional gateways and relationships with multiple air carriers.
With specific expertise in the healthcare and automotive markets, Manton is a proven leader in air and ocean freight forwarding solutions, as well as customs brokerage.
Headquartered in Sydney, Australia, Manton will operate as a subsidiary of the FedEx Trade Networks operating company.
Benefits of FedEx Acquisition
“Adding Manton’s capabilities to FedEx Trade Networks and the broader FedEx portfolio will open up opportunities for us to continue to expand in Australia, a country with a strong GDP and a significant market in the Asia Pacific region.”
Richard W. Smith, president and CEO, FedEx Trade Networks
“We look forward to potential business opportunities through the collaboration between Manton and FedEx Trade Networks with the FedEx Express and TNT presence in Asia Pacific and Australia,” added Smith.
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Editorial Note: This post is from a Company Press Release and may have been modified for clarity.