FedEx Express has launched its first direct flight from Singapore to Anchorage, Alaska, to provide enhanced supply chain efficiency and improved connectivity for businesses in Southeast Asia, especially in fast-growing economies such as Malaysia.

Operating six times a week with a dedicated Boeing 777 freighter, the flight departs from the FedEx South Pacific Regional Hub at Changi Airport in Singapore. According to FedEx, it is the only logistics provider offering a direct, non-stop connection from Singapore to the continental US.

With this enhanced connectivity, shipments from Malaysia will be consolidated in Penang and Kuala Lumpur before being transported to Singapore for the direct flight to Anchorage. There is also a direct return flight from Anchorage to Singapore once a week, with plans to expand to five flights per week in the summer.

According to FedEx, the flight improves transit times, allowing shipments picked up in Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand on a Saturday to arrive in the US on a Monday – a day earlier than previously.

“With this new service, FedEx reaffirms its dedication to supporting Malaysian businesses in their pursuit of global success,” said Tien Long Woon, managing director of FedEx Malaysia. “By providing a more reliable link to the US, we are empowering businesses in key hubs like Kuala Lumpur and Penang to navigate the complexities of international trade with confidence.

“As Southeast Asia’s trade landscape evolves, FedEx remains committed to delivering innovative logistics solutions that help Malaysian businesses stay competitive and thrive in the global marketplace,” he added.

Author Credits- HAZEL KING, Parcel and postal technology INTERNATIONAL