ScS has seen growth in orders double since the autumn.
Like for like orders in the ten weeks to 28 January rose by 2.6%.
Orders had risen by 1.3% in the period from 7 October to 19 November.
Orders for the 26 week period were 4.7% lower.
‘Like-for-like order intake momentum improved significantly throughout the period,’ says the chain.
‘Despite the current economic climate remaining challenging and unpredictable, the board is encouraged by recent order levels. We continue to believe that the group’s refreshed strategy, strong cost management and robust balance sheet places it in an excellent financial and operational position. The group remains on track to meet full year market expectations.’
It says it is ‘pleased with the progress made through collaboration with the team at Snug since the acquisition on 10 January’ and the acquisition represents further progression in the group’s strategy.
