publication full year results 2006

2006 was without doubt a good year; Aalberts increases net profit 29%

highlights

• increase in revenue by 37% to EUR 1.44 billion
• strong organic growth of 14% combined with consistent acquisition strategy
• operating profit increased by 40% to EUR 168.1 million
• net profit rose by 29% to EUR 107.5 million
• earnings per share EUR 4.38, an increase of more than 28%
• dividend increase of 29% to EUR 1.10 per ordinary share
• strategic expansion Flow Control; acquisitions Comap (France) and KAN (Poland)
• preparation acquisition LASCO Fittings (United States)
• continuous development and introduction of new innovative products and services