UPS To Launch Air Service From Gary/Chicago International Airport

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UPS is expanding its express air network to Gary/Chicago International Airport, with services starting November 2, 2020, in preparation for the holiday shipping season. The network will utilize an Airbus A300 capable of transporting over 14,000 Next Day Air packages. This expansion enhances UPS's capacity and competitiveness in Northern Indiana and the Chicago area. UPS plans to hire around 60 employees for the new facility, which includes a 150,000-square-foot ramp area and 14,000 square feet of office space.

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• Expansion into Gary/Chicago International Airport enhances regional logistics capacity.
• Service launch before peak holiday shipping season.
• Hiring of approximately 60 employees supports local job growth.

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LOUISVILLE, Ky., May 13, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UPS (NYSE:UPS) today announced the expansion of its express air network to Gary/Chicago International Airport. Service begins Nov. 2, in time for the peak holiday shipping season.

Gary will be served by a UPS Airlines Airbus A300. With a maximum payload of more than 120,000 lbs., the wide body cargo jet can carry more than 14,000 UPS Next Day Air^® packages.

“The Gary/Chicago International Airport is well-positioned to add additional capacity and flexibility to the UPS network, helping businesses in Northern Indiana and the Chicago area compete at e-commerce’s fast pace as they serve their customers,” UPS Airlines President Brendan Canavan said. Nationwide, Next Day Air average daily volume grew 20.5% in the first quarter of 2020, the fourth consecutive quarter of double-digit increases.

Each weeknight, the UPS “browntail” will depart Gary late in the evening with a load of packages bound for UPS Worldport, the company’s global air hub in Louisville, KY. After sorting at Worldport, the aircraft will return early the following morning carrying thousands of express shipments scheduled for delivery later that same day.

“UPS expanding its services to GCIA provides the airport with a critical competitive advantage and solidifies its role as the Chicago region’s 3^rd regional airport,” said GCIA Board Authority Chairman Timothy Fesko. “This is the latest private sector investment bolstering our operations capability and allows the airport to provide critical benefits to the Chicago metropolitan area.”

UPS anticipates employing about 60 people at the airport, including ground handlers, administrative positions, aircraft maintenance technicians and management employees. Some will be current UPS employees who transfer to Gary, while others will be new hires. Hiring will begin later this year, and positions will be posted on www.upsjobs.com.

An airport facility lease approved earlier today includes 14,000 square feet of office space in the airport’s passenger terminal and a 150,000-square-foot ramp area, with enough space to park two A300s.

About UPS

UPS (NYSE: UPS) is a global leader in logistics, offering a broad range of solutions including transporting packages and freight; facilitating international trade, and deploying advanced technology to more efficiently manage the world of business. Headquartered in Atlanta, UPS serves more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. UPS was awarded America’s Best Customer Service company for Shipping and Delivery services by Newsweek magazine; Forbes Most Valuable Brand in Transportation; and top rankings on the JUST 100 list for social responsibility, the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index, and the Harris Poll Reputation Quotient, among other prestigious rankings and awards. The company can be found on the web at ups.com or pressroom.ups.com and its corporate blog can be found at ups.com/longitudes The company’s sustainability eNewsletter, UPS Horizons, can be found at ups.com/sustainabilitynewsletter. To get UPS news direct, follow @UPS_News on Twitter. To ship with UPS, visit ups.com/ship.

Jim Mayer
(502) 329-3014
jmayer@ups.com

FAQ

When does UPS start operations at Gary/Chicago International Airport?

UPS begins operations at Gary/Chicago International Airport on November 2, 2020.

What aircraft will UPS use at Gary/Chicago International Airport?

UPS will utilize an Airbus A300 for its operations at the Gary/Chicago International Airport.

How many packages can the Airbus A300 carry for UPS?

The Airbus A300 can carry over 14,000 UPS Next Day Air packages.

What is the impact of UPS's expansion on local jobs?

UPS anticipates hiring about 60 employees for its new facility at Gary/Chicago International Airport.

Why is the expansion to Gary/Chicago International Airport significant for UPS?

The expansion allows UPS to enhance its capacity and compete effectively in the Northern Indiana and Chicago area, especially during the holiday season.