It is a testament to the strength of the Group that whilst the economic background has remained uncertain, the business has displayed strong operational discipline and consistently generated momentum in profitability. There are multiple opportunities for the business to develop and we are positioning ourselves to take advantage of the significant growth opportunity in our core food and fast growing support services markets in both developed and emerging countries. Exciting infill acquisitions are adding to this potential. Our confidence in the future underpins our decision to increase the dividend by 14% to 5 pence per share.
Sir Roy Gardner
Chairman
