Logistics firm near Hartlepool set to expand after seeing influx of business during crisis

David Nicholson, Owner of The Nicholson Group at its 55,000sq ft warehouse in Billingham.

Burnside Distribution was launched by the Nicholson Group in June 2019 creating 15 jobs.

Its aim was to provide warehousing and distribution services for companies that do not have their own fulfillment facilities.

The Billingham-based business utilises a 55,000sq ft warehouse to manage stock, orders and delivery for a range of e-commerce traders.

And the impact of the Covoid-19 pandemic has prompted an influx of clients seeking new ways to manage stock.

Group owner David Nicholson said: “We have gone from a standing start a year ago, to a very healthy order book and a very busy warehouse, so much so that we are now looking for an additional warehouse.

“The impact of the pandemic has meant that more people are ordering goods online, especially furniture and household items and many of the online traders are having to cope with increased demand but without sufficient storage and access to transport.

“That’s where Burnside Distribution has been able to help – we launched to service a niche market and it’s proved a good move.”

The Nicholson Group set up Burnside Distribution to spread its interests beyond transport and move away from the traditional distribution hubs which serve the sector.

The move appears to have paid off with Burnside servicing a diverse range of clients including high end bathroom and furniture companies, sports and leisure brands, cosmetics, camping equipment and machinery part manufacturers.

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