Non-Europe zone boost the Bonduelle Group’s turnover for the first six months 2013. The french company reported 987,7 million euros from the first of July to the 31 of December, an increase of 4,9% on a like for like basis and + 0.9% on reported figures, after adjustment for scope of consolidation and currency exchange rates. In Europe, the turnover stands at 632.6 million, an increase of +2% on a like for like basis and + 0.4% on reported figures over the period. In a consumption climate showing no real sign of dynamism and remaining volatile, the Group said in a statement, the canned operating segment is nevertheless registering a growth, thanks to the development of the innovative branding product categories.
Outside the Europe Zone the turnover stands at 355.1 million euros, an increase of +10.7% on a like for like basis and + 1.6% on reported figures. Despite an economic slowdown in the Eastern and Brazilian zones, the Bonduelle Group confirmed the solid growth and market shares gains recorded in the previous quarters, especially in Russia. Based on recorded activity level over the first six months, the Bonduelle Group reiterates the annual turnover growth objective of 3 to 5 % on a like for like basis.
