19 May 2008 - British soft drinks producer, A.G. Barr plc., whose brands include Irn-Bru, Strathmore, Tizer and Orangina, will be holding its Annual General Meeting in Glasgow today.
Chairman, Robin Barr said that his company has started the year well with revenue in the first 15 weeks ahead of the corresponding period last year.
He described the performance as positive in light of the excellent weather experienced during April and May 2007.
He added that the increased revenue reflects the continued progress being made across AG Barr's portfolio.
"Trading conditions are competitive across the soft drinks category but we remain confident at this early stage that we are on course for another successful year", said the Chairman.