The international specialist staffing group revealed strongest trading in the UK, Continental Europe and Asia Pacific regions, adding it remains on course to meet market expectations for the full year.

The group added acquisitions Rishworth Aviation and ConSol Partners are currently being integrated into the group and its board is pleased with their contributions to the business to date.

Commenting on the group’s performance, Empresaria CEO Joost Kreulen said: "Empresaria has delivered strong growth in NFI in the first half year, which is testament to our strategy of building a multi-branded group that is diversified and balanced by geography and sector.

"We are focused on ensuring that our group is best positioned for the future, particularly given the political uncertainty in various markets. In light of this we have continued to strengthen our brands and progress initiatives to deliver savings.”

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