Cider sales drive C&C turnover up 9%

STRONG cider sales will boost turnover 9% in the current year drinks to snacks group C&C said yesterday.

While the group, which makes Bulmers and Magners ciders, enjoyed a good year with its cider sales in Britain in particular rising firmly, margins will stay unchanged year-on-year.

Overall, cider achieved sales growth of 30% boosted by a substantial jump in its British sales, which were up over 120%.