Ballygowan maker Britvic revenue rises amid higher demand

The latest trading update from the drinks maker shows the State's Deposit and Return Scheme has had little impact on the company.

In a trading update, the company posted an 11% rise in revenue to £880m (€1bn) during the first three months, while profit after tax increased 10% to £59.9m.

Ballygowan owner Britvic said it is poised to sustainably outperform the beverage market and its own top-line growth rate following an “exceptional” start to the year, driven by a rise in volumes.

In a trading update, the company posted an 11% rise in revenue to £880m (€1bn) during the first three months, while profit after tax increased 10% to £59.9m.