Stobart maps out post-merger benefit

The owner of the famous Eddie Stobart haulage firm said today it was confident of “further strong profit growth” in the current financial year.

Formed out of a merger with ports firm Westbury last year, Stobart Group reported pre-tax profits of £3.5m (€4.4m) for the 14 months to February 29, based on revenues of £108.8m (€137.8m).