Mohamad Sayegh, FedEx Senior Manager - Middle East Operations, accepted a certificate of appreciation presented by Mrs. Habiba Al Marashi, Chairperson of EEG and Dr. Mohammed Saeed Al Kindi, Minister of Environment and Water.
"Over the years, FedEx has been actively supporting EEG's recycling campaigns. We see it as a practical and significant way of helping reduce waste and preserving the environment we work and live in. As a responsible corporate citizen, FedEx has made it a point to either initiate or support similar efforts in areas where the company operates." said Hamdi Osman, FedEx Vice President for the Middle East, Indian Sub-Continent and Africa
Mrs. Al Marashi cited FedEx's dedication in implementing environment-friendly initiatives and expressed optimism that the company will not only continue to be an active player but will serve as a role model for other businesses to preserve a clean and green environment for residents and visitors of the UAE.
"The amount of paper used by FedEx's Dubai operation has steadily decreased over the past 5 years, dropping by 15 per cent in the last two years. For the most part, this achievement is due to a more widespread use of technology in our operations. We have implemented various technology applications that not only help us serve our clients more efficiently, but also make our operations more environment-friendly," added Hamdi.
The technological advances pioneered by FedEx over the years today enable its customers to make an increasingly significant number of their business transactions electronically, without the use of paper, from arranging package pick-ups to the instant tracking of their goods which FedEx transports worldwide.
Last year, FedEx also received a certificate of appreciation from EEG for supporting the environmental group's Can and Toner Collection Campaign. All FedEx employees in the UAE participated and contributed to the recycling drive by collecting and donating paper, cardboards, aluminium, glasses, plastic and toners.
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FedEx Express, the world's largest express transportation company and a subsidiary of FedEx Corporation (NYSE: FDX), received a special citation from the Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) on World Environment Day for its outstanding contributions to EEG's Paper and Can Collection Campaign. FedEx recycled more than 12 tons of paper in 2005, equivalent to saving more than 168 trees.
From left to right: Dr. Mohammed Saeed Al Kindi, Minister of Environment and Water, Mohamad Sayegh, FedEx Senior Manager - Middle East Operations and Mrs. Habiba Al Marashi, Chairperson of EEG.
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About FedEx Express
FedEx Express is the world's largest express transportation company, providing fast and reliable delivery 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.
Corporate Overview
FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) provides customers and businesses worldwide with a broad portfolio of transportation, e-commerce and business services. With annual revenues of $32 billion, 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 260,000 employees and contractors to remain "absolutely, positively" focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards and the needs of their customers and communities.
About EEG
Emirates Environmental Group (EEG), is a voluntary, non-profit, non-government organization (NGO) devoted to protecting the environment through means of education, action programs and community involvement. EEG is actively encouraged and supported by concerned local and federal government agencies. It is the first environmental NGO in the world to be ISO 14001 certified and the only organization of its kind in the UAE, with accredited status to the United Nations Convention to Combating Desertification (UNCCD). In 2005 EEG was awarded accredited status to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)'s Governing Council. EEG is open to men and women of all nationalities, as well as to public and private organizations, academic establishments and international institutions.
FedEx Express is the world's largest express transportation company, providing fast and reliable delivery 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.
Corporate Overview
FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) provides customers and businesses worldwide with a broad portfolio of transportation, e-commerce and business services. With annual revenues of $32 billion, 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 260,000 employees and contractors to remain "absolutely, positively" focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards and the needs of their customers and communities.
About EEG
Emirates Environmental Group (EEG), is a voluntary, non-profit, non-government organization (NGO) devoted to protecting the environment through means of education, action programs and community involvement. EEG is actively encouraged and supported by concerned local and federal government agencies. It is the first environmental NGO in the world to be ISO 14001 certified and the only organization of its kind in the UAE, with accredited status to the United Nations Convention to Combating Desertification (UNCCD). In 2005 EEG was awarded accredited status to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)'s Governing Council. EEG is open to men and women of all nationalities, as well as to public and private organizations, academic establishments and international institutions.
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