FedEx France plans up to 500 position cuts; $175 million to $275 million in charges
FedEx France proposed a transformation program on January 23, 2026, to modernize its domestic operations in France, which may reduce up to 500 operational positions and change locations or schedules for up to 800 team members. FedEx expects pre-tax costs of $175 million to $275 million, mostly cash, through fiscal 2028, and the plan is subject to local consultation. FedEx also named Scott L. Ray to a US and Canada operations role and said John A. Smith will lead FedEx Freight after its spin-off, expected June 1, 2026.
Key points
- Up to 500 operational positions may be reduced in France, and up to 800 team members may see changes to work locations or schedules.
- Pre-tax costs for severance, legal and professional fees, and lease terminations are expected to range from $175 million to $275 million, substantially all in cash, through fiscal 2028.
- Execution is expected over about 18 months and depends on local consultation processes, and actual amounts may differ from current estimates.
- Scott L. Ray was named Chief Operating Officer, United States and Canada, of Federal Express Corporation, effective June 1, 2026; John A. Smith will lead FedEx Freight after its spin-off, expected June 1, 2026.
The filing
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