FedEx Freight 'begins the next chapter' as a standalone company

Truckers News· June 21, 2026

FedEx has officially transitioned its Freight division into a standalone company as part of a broader organizational restructuring. This move signifies a strategic shift in how the logistics giant manages its less-than-truckload (LTL) operations within the competitive trucking landscape. The transition is expected to impact operational efficiencies and market positioning for one of the largest freight carriers in North America.

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