Hargreaves Serv Regulatory News (HSP)

14 Dec 2006 07:02

Hargreaves Services PLC14 December 2006 For Immediate Release 14 December 2006 Hargreaves Services PLC PRE-CLOSE STATEMENT We are pleased to report that trading for the half-year to 30th November 2006 isexpected to be at least in line with market expectations. Following the acquisition of Norec, and the award of a number of majoradditional contracts, it is anticipated that results for the second half of theyear will be significantly ahead of the comparative period last year. The Group continues to achieve excellent organic growth, and is trading inmarkets where demand is strong, particularly in respect of coal supply togenerators. Acquisitions in this and other related sectors are also activelybeing pursued. -ENDS- Tel: Hargreaves Gordon Banham (No 0191 373 8315) Peter Dillon (No 0191 373 8315) Buchanans Diane Stewart (No 020 7466 5000) Tim Anderson (No 020 7466 5000) Brewin Dolphin Andrew Kitchingman (No 011 3241 0187) This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock Exchange