Operating an international network of facilities, Bodycote is the world's leading provider of thermal processing services.

Experienced in supporting large multinational customers and their supply chains, as well as local niche specialists, Bodycote provides a vital link in the manufacturing process for virtually every market sector including aerospace and defence, automotive, power generation, oil & gas, construction, medical and transportation.

Financial highlights

2014
Revenue £609.1m
Headline operating profit £111.1m
Headline operating cash flow £100.0m
Net cash £35.7m
Basic headline earnings per share 43.8p
Ordinary dividend per share 14.4p
Special dividend per share 20.0p
Return on capital employed 20.7%

Chairman's statement

"With its strong operating and financial performance throughout 2014, the Group has again delivered a positive result for all of its stakeholders."

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Chief Executive's review

"The Group delivered another good performance in 2014. Revenue, at constant exchange rates, was ahead 4% and we achieved further improvement in margin and return on capital employed, in addition to strong cash generation."

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Strategic report

The Group Strategic report provides a review of the business for the financial year and describes how we manage risks.

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