5 January 2018
CLARKSON PLC
Pre-Close Trading Update
Prior to entering its close period, and ahead of the announcement of its results for the year to 31 December 2017, which will be released on 12 March 2018, Clarkson PLC confirms that the full year results for 2017 are expected to be in line with expectations.
Company enquiries:
Clarkson PLC 020 7334 0000
Andi Case
Jeff Woyda
Camarco 020 3757 4983 / 4994
Billy Clegg
Jennifer Renwick
About Clarkson PLC
Clarkson PLC is the world's leading provider of integrated services and investment banking capabilities to the shipping and offshore markets, facilitating global trade.
Founded in 1852, Clarksons offers its diverse and growing client base an unrivalled range of shipbroking services, sector research, on-hand logistical support and full investment banking capabilities in all key shipping and offshore sectors.
The Company has delivered 14 years of consecutive dividend growth. The highly cash generative nature of the business, supported by a strong balance sheet, has enabled Clarksons to continue to invest to position the business to capitalise on the upturn in its markets.
Clarksons is listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange under the ticker CKN and is a member of the FTSE 250 Index.
For more information, visit www.clarksons.com.