By Iain Gilbert
Date: Monday 07 Jan 2019
LONDON (ShareCast) - (Sharecast News) - Packaging solutions firm Mpac anticipates its annual pre-tax profits and sales will come in line with expectations following a strong end to the trading year.
Mpac saw sales growth continue to accelerate in the second half of the year as a result of several new products being launched, boosting orders and providing it with a platform for continued growth in 2019.
The AIM-listed outfit also said "considerable progress" had been made in delivering on its strategic priorities and in resolving two "technically challenging legacy contracts".
Chief executive Tony Steels said: "The second half saw us secure a number of new contract wins that support the strategic objectives that we have put in place."
"We are well on the way to finalising the remaining legacy contract, and I am confident that we are back on track with a good platform for growth."
As of 1125 GMT, Mpac shares had shot up 11.93% to 122p.
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