In a historic move honoring one of Memphis’ most influential figures, the Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) Board of Commissioners voted Thursday morning to rename Memphis International Airport after FedEx founder Fred Smith.
The resolution, which passed unanimously during the June 26 board meeting, recognized Smith’s transformative contributions to the city, the airport and the global logistics industry. As the founder of FedEx, Smith helped shape Memphis into a worldwide shipping hub, leaving a lasting imprint on the region’s economy and international reputation.
Terry Blue, president and CEO of MSCAA, released a statement following the vote:…