Strong Financial Performance
Fiscal Year 2024 saw organic growth of 7.9%, driven by a 9.3% increase in Food Services, making up 66% of total revenues. The underlying operating margin improved by 40 basis points to 4.7%, and the underlying net income from continuing activities increased by 17.6%.
Debt Reduction Achievements
The net debt ratio was reduced to 1.7 times, which is well within the target range of one to two times, achieved a year earlier than anticipated due to strong cash generation.
Branded Offer Expansion
Branded offers such as Kitchen Works and Modern Recipe reported revenue increases of 45% and 30%, respectively. The branded offerings are on track to reach about 50% of food revenues next year.
Renewal of Major Contracts
The company renewed more than EUR500 million of revenues with large global clients like Microsoft and AstraZeneca.
Investment in Technology and Digitalization
Over EUR600 million was invested in tech, data, and digital, with a 25% increase in active app users. AI is being embedded into core operations to enhance decision-making and automate workflows.
Environmental and Social Responsibility Advancements
A 14.5% reduction in LTIR and a 2.5% decrease in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions were achieved. The food waste reduction program cut waste by 40.7% across sites.