Construction giant and Sellafield supplier Morgan Sindall is on track for a hefty jump in profit thanks to a bright performance from its interior refurbishment business.
Pre-tax profits are expected to rise by 45 per cent to £23.5m for the six months ending in June, boosted by better-than-expected trading from its Fit Out unit, which overhauls office and retail space.
The firm, which has an an office in Moor Row, employs around 6,000 staff, was also helped by improved margins at its construction and infrastructure arm.
Last year it signed a contract with BAE Systems to extend Barrow's submarine yard.
Shares rose on the London Stock Exchange, with the company predicting full-year results to be "significantly ahead" of expectations.
The company will announce its half-year results on August 8.
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