FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), the world’s largest express transportation company, announces a new collaboration with PayPoint (FTSE:PAY.L). Through the alliance with PayPoint, FedEx will join Collect+, the UK’s largest independent store-based delivery and returns service. The association with Collect+ offers added convenience to FedEx customers by providing collection services at Collect+ stores across the UK.

　　FedEx and Collect+ have rolled the service out to more than 2,300 Collect+ stores across the UK. This brings the total number of convenience locations where recipients can collect their parcels, to almost 11,500 across Europe. The service aims to increase access for all recipients outside of regular delivery and office hours, by offering a range of flexible and convenient locations where packages can be collected.

FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) is once again among the most admired companies in the world, according to a survey published in FORTUNE magazine.

　　The annual “World’s Most Admired Companies” report released today lists FedEx as the #8 ranked company. The survey measures nine attributes related to financial performance and corporate reputation.

　　“We are honoured to be included on the FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies List,” said Frederick W. Smith, chairman, president and chief executive officer, FedEx Corp. “This recognition is possible because of our 300,000 team members who strive to make every FedEx experience outstanding.”

　　David Binks, regional president, FedEx Express, Europe, Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa (E***), added, “We have focused our efforts on growing our business and delivering outstanding customer service. To be acknowledged as one of the most admired companies in the world is testament to the dedication of more than 20,000 team members across our region.”

　　Since 2001, FedEx has ranked among the top 20 in the FORTUNE Most Admired Companies list.