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FedEx has put limits on customer volumes, as the west coast ports problem has been “a bigger deal for the peak season than most people thought”, according to chairman Fred Smith.

Speaking on an earnings call related to the company’s second quarter results, Mr Smith noted ...

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  • judith rogalal

    December 21, 2014 at 4:19 pm

    Speaking from experience as a former executive at FedEx,when Fred Smith is talking about logistics, business and government…people should take notice and hear him out. He is insightful, innovative and a clear thinker.

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