Halstead Reports Record Half-Year Results

London, England, March 29, 2012 -- Commercial flooring manufacturer James Halstead said it achieved record half-year results due to growing overseas sales.

Revenues at the firm rose 10.9% to $187 million in the six months to December 31, while pre-tax profits surged 14.1%.

Halstead reported a 15.2% increase in European sales, especially in France, Scandinavia, Ireland and Germany.

Growth in the UK was 3.5%.

The company said it has invested in new product lines, including flooring with easy-clean coatings and eco-friendly formats using up to 45% recycled materials.