“Despite the European slowdown, the company was able to sustain its sales figure at 135,104 mt for the first quarter of 2012,” Alba in a statement said.
In addition, Value-Added sales recovered at 63% in Q1 2012 from 57% in the last quarter of 2011 – reflecting the recovery of the European and Asian markets after the drop in year-end 2011.
“Alba is well-positioned to continue with the positive trend established in 2011 through its sales and production figures. One of the key incentives for this growth has been the successful adoption of lean management techniques across the organisation as well as the joint efforts of our workforce in ensuring the company achieves its goals,” Alba’s Chief Executive, Laurent Schmitt said.
“Alba remains committed to pursue continuous improvement initiatives to build upon the culture of operational efficiency that underpins the company’s performance.”