FedEx is expanding its major road hub in Duiven, Netherlands, with a €46 million investment aimed at increasing freight capacity and supporting future growth across its European network.
The project includes the acquisition and development of a neighboring facility, significantly enlarging the site’s operational footprint. Once completed, palletized freight handling capacity at the hub will rise by more than 50%, while the number of dock doors will increase from 200 to 265.
FedEx said the expansion is intended to improve network efficiency and strengthen its ability to manage rising parcel and freight volumes, particularly during peak shipping periods. The additional capacity will also allow more shipments to move directly through the hub, reducing pressure on regional first- and last-mile facilities.
Located in the eastern Netherlands, the Duiven site serves as one of the company’s central road hubs within Europe and is fully connected to the broader FedEx road network. The facility plays an important role in supporting the company’s integrated truck–fly–truck model, which combines road transport with international air freight services.
“The Duiven hub is one of the largest and most technologically advanced FedEx road hubs within the European Road Network,” said Safia Ladhari, Managing Director Network Operations at FedEx. “This expansion ensures we are well positioned to support our customers through continued growth.”
FedEx sees further opportunities in the premium international freight market, where demand for time-sensitive and reliable transport solutions continues to grow. According to the company, the upgraded hub will help improve operational flexibility while supporting more efficient cargo flows across Europe.
The expansion will be implemented in several phases, beginning with operational readiness of the new facility, followed by additional optimization projects and enhanced connectivity between the existing and newly developed buildings.
