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FedEx Express receives Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Business Awards

  • United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, April 08 - 2009 at 13:45
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FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. and one of the world's largest express transportation companies, was awarded the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Business (MRM) Awards, for the Supply Chain and Logistics and Corporate Social Responsibility categories at a ceremony held yesterday in the Madinat Jumeirah.

The awards, now in their fourth year, are an initiative by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry to encourage excellent business practices and to contribute to the national development of the UAE.

As the world's largest express transportation company, FedEx Express was honored with the award after proving its commitment to service quality and environmental responsibility.

Hamdi Osman, Senior Vice President, FedEx Express Europe, Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa, said:
"By competing for the awards, FedEx demonstrates that it follows the highest international business standards. We are honored to be recognized for this contribution to the market and we always seek to be the best in offering flexibility and innovative transportation solutions to our customers."


The MRM Business Awards aim to encourage the existence of a beneficial work climate facilitated by the propagation of company core values. The awards come in addition to FedEx's recognition as one of the world's most admired companies, according to a survey published in FORTUNE magazine last month.
HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum presenting the award to Hamdi Osman, Senior Vice President, FedEx Express Europe, Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa.
HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum presenting the award to Hamdi Osman, Senior Vice President, FedEx Express Europe, Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa.
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About the Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry - MRM Awards:

Established in 1965, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry is a non-profit public entity, whose mission is to represent, support and protect the interests of the business community in Dubai by creating a favorable business environment, supporting the development of business, and by promoting Dubai as an international business hub. In 2005, Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry established the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum (MRM) Business Award, as part of its initiative to support and reward the efforts of businesses contributing in the economic boom of the country. The Award provides an opportunity for participating organizations to gain experience through institutional self-analysis and benefit from other participants' experiences. The Award's seven categories include Manufacturing (UAE Free Zones); Finance; Re-Export, Construction, Real Estate Development, Supply Chain & Logistics and Corporate Social Responsibility.

About FedEx Express:

FedEx Express is the world's largest express transportation company, providing fast and reliable delivery to every U.S. address and to more than 220 countries and territories. FedEx Express uses a global air-and-ground network to speed delivery of time-sensitive shipments, usually in one to two business days with the delivery time guaranteed.

About FedEx Corp:

FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) provides customers and businesses worldwide with a broad portfolio of transportation, e-commerce and business services. With annual revenues of $38bn, the company offers integrated business applications through operating companies competing collectively and managed collaboratively, under the respected FedEx brand. Consistently ranked among the world's most admired and trusted employers, FedEx inspires its more than 290,000 team members to remain "absolutely, positively" focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards and the needs of their customers and communities.

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