Hansen Posts Sales Rise On Back Of CCE Distribution Deal, Ponders Coke Bottling Shakeup

US soft drinks producer Hansen Natural has reported an increase in revenues and profits for 2009, shrugging off the weak economic environment that affected the results of many other soft drink firms. In the 12 months ending in December 2009, Hansen recorded sales growth of 10.6% to US$1.14bn, while operating income doubled to US$337.3mn. The previous year's results were affected by one-off charges due to distribution contact changeovers. The firm's flagship product, the Monster energy drink, has delivered resilient growth during the downturn and looks well placed to advance at an even greater rate as the economic environment shows signs

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