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FedEx Freight Names CEO and Chairman as 2026 Spinoff Plans Advance

John Smith and R. Brad Martin are set to lead FedEx Freight as it prepares to become an independent, publicly traded company by June 2026.

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Overview

  • FedEx Freight's spinoff from FedEx Corp. remains on track for June 2026, with key leadership appointments announced this week.
  • John Smith, a FedEx veteran with over 25 years of experience, will serve as CEO and president of the standalone company upon separation.
  • R. Brad Martin, currently vice chairman of the FedEx Corp. board, will take on the role of chairman for the newly independent FedEx Freight.
  • Tom Connolly, vice president of LTL sales, is leading efforts to expand the sales force from 75 to 300 specialists ahead of the spinoff.
  • FedEx Freight aims to solidify its position as the largest U.S. less-than-truckload carrier by revenue, focusing on operational efficiency and market share growth.