Lekkerland’s net sales increased €127.2m (£109.4m) to €11.48bn (£9.87bn) during its 2012 financial year.

The figures were adjusted for a discontinued operation in Eastern Europe. The group’s net profit rose 58% during the year to €80.3m (£69.1m), because of strong earnings in Germany. “We have a positive outlook for the future,” said chief executive Michael Hoffmann.