Natra sales increase by 23%

Natra, Spanish listed food company specialized in the production and commercialization of cocoa and chocolate products, has closed the first half of 2008 with consolidated sales amounting € 226.1mn, vs. € 183.9mn obtained the previous year. Net profit for the first six months of the year was of € 5mn, increasing by 68.1% compared to € 3mn obtained in the same period last year.
The integration of Natra allcrump is being very positive and Natra expects to incorporate the Italian company Nutkao –also specialized in chocolate spreads- as planned, before the end of the year. Continuing its growth strategy and as a consequence of the establishment of its clients in growing markets, Natra will begin its activities in Asia with a commercial office in Shanghai, aimed to supply products to consumer in this region. Moreover, as an answer to the growing demand made by retailers of products with their brands in the United Status, Natra has opened an office in California.