Devro sees sales rise in first half

Strong sales growth in markets including China, south east Asia and Russia together with currency fluctuations helped sausage skin manufacturer Devro see revenues rise 11 per cent to £125.2 million in the first half of the year.

Profits before tax at the Bellshill firm fell to £13.1m from £13.7m The company said it remains on track to meet full-year expectations.