Technical and engineering recruiter Morson has reported ‘solid trading’ across all its sectors in its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2009.

Turnover was up 3.7% to £219.9m (H1 2008: £212.0m), along with net fee income up 2.2% to £18.1m (H1 2008: £17.7m). Adjusted operating profit was down 7.2% to £6.2m (H1 2008: £6.7m), while operating profit rose 7.3% to £5.5m (H1 2008: £5.1m).

Gerry Mason, non-executive chairman, says: “I am pleased to report a solid set of interim results for Morson. During the period we have continued to win contract awards and re-tenders and expect to announce further progress over the next 12 months.”