Russell Powell, Author at The NX Group

What is Operation Stack?

by Russell Powell | Jun 3, 2016 | Business, Motoring

Operation Stack is an emergency measure by Kent Police to manage the build-up of heavy goods vehicles on the M20 when services across the English Channel are disrupted. These disruptions could be from extreme weather, hazardous conditions (such as fire) at the Port of...

5 Ways to Safely Expand a Business

by Russell Powell | Jun 1, 2016 | Business, Distribution, Supply Chain, Warehousing

Most businesses in the UK began as very small enterprises, with the owner/founder being the only stakeholder in the venture. It is how well they can scale up and expand a business operation that can be the difference between failure and ongoing success. Those who are...

French Blockades: France’s Fuel Shortage

by Russell Powell | May 27, 2016 | Business, Motoring

Petrol filling stations across France have been closing after Oil workers blockaded most of France’s oil depots, effectively cutting off supplies of fuel. This is in response to planned changes in the local employment laws by French Employment Minister Mariam El...

Who uses Sameday Couriers?

by Russell Powell | May 24, 2016 | Courier

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles

by Russell Powell | May 20, 2016 | Distribution, Motoring, Supply Chain

The UK Department for Transport is launching a £2 million scheme to encourage uptake of hydrogen-fuelled electric vehicles for commercial fleets. Companies and organisations can apply for funding of up to 75% of the cost of new eco-friendly vehicles when bought by...