Pre-tax profit rose in 2008 to SEK 181 million, an increase of 24%. Net sales rose by 7% to SEK 784 million compared to 2007. Profit and net sales have increased significantly in the last five years.

As a transport and logistics company, CMP is directly affected by fluctuations in demand. The shift in the economic climate was first noted in 2007, in the form of decreasing turnover in new cars. More or less all business areas have subsequently felt the effects of the economic downturn.

 

Financial Performance

Forecast 2009
The changes in the economic climate has a direct impact on CMP. Only one business area, cruise ships, is expected to grow in 2009. Turnover in the other business areas will fall, or at best stabilise. Like many other transport and logistics companies, CMP expects a poorer performance in 2009, due to the rising costs of maintenance and investments. Over the next few years, CMP wishes to improve its infrastructure and create opportunities for sustainable growth.