Why Memphis? Memphis ranks first of the 100 largest U.S. cities for the percent share of its workforce in the transportation, warehousing and logistics sector. FedEx operates its worldwide headquarters & world Hub in Memphis. Memphis International Airport has been cited as the world's busiest cargo airport for twelve consecutive years by Airports Council International. Memphis is one of only 3 U.S. cities served by 5 Class I rail systems. Serving Memphis is: Burlington Northern; Santa Fe; Union Pacific; Southern Pacific; Norfolk Southern; Illinois Central; Canadian National. Two Foreign Trade Zones with multiple sites. Memphis is recognized as one of the fastest growing ports of entry by U.S. Customs. More than 30 international freight forwarders operate in Memphis. FedEx provides daily non-stop service to London, Paris, Toronto, Mexico City, Rio De Janeiro and direct service to Tokyo and Hong Kong. .More than $10 billion in goods clear U.S Customs annually. Memphis has the largest still water harbor on the Mississippi River and the national leader in inland handling of foreign import tonnage. Memphis is the second largest inland port on the lower Mississippi and the fourth largest inland port in the nation.