Sales increased and profitability improved significantly. 

• Order intake for the second quarter was 414 (365) MSEK and for the first half year 782 (691) MSEK. The growth for the first half year was 13% compared to the previous year and it is the highest ever order intake for comparable periods. 
• Sales for the second quarter were 355 (339) MSEK and for the first half year 653 (630) MSEK. 
• Earnings before interest, taxes and amortization of intangible assets (EBITA) were 39 (20) MSEK and under the first half year 56 (24) MSEK. The EBITA margin for the first half year was 9% (4%).
• The position in all major segments, Automotive, Electronics, FMCG and Health Care, has been reinforced with large orders received from leading companies.