Summary
Improving order intake (+19.6%, OCC: +4.8%) reflects our sales initiatives and slightly more favourable market trends
Order book of £213m increased 17.8% (OCC: +16.5%) from December 2016, giving good visibility for H2
Adjusted operating margin lower due to phasing of revenue and inflationary cost increases
11% currency tailwind in H1 on revenue and profit
Strong balance sheet and ongoing cash generation at 109%
Interim dividend increased 5.1% to 2.05p
Management expectations for the full year remain unchanged
