Science in Sport stockpiles ingredients to prepare for Brexit

Manufacturer Science in Sport on Wednesday said it has stockpiled goods to make sure fitness fans have enough protein bars and energy gels once Britain leaves the EU.

The sports nutrition firm, which supplies Manchester United FC, has imported an extra £200,000 of ingredients to its UK factory.

Chief executive Stephen Moon said: “Around 60% of our ingredients come from continental Europe, so we have upped inventory to be prepared in the event of any border delays once the UK leaves the EU.”

His comments came as Science in Sport said 2018 pretax losses widened to £6 million from a £3.9 million loss, following costs linked with expanding in Asia and America.

Sales at the Hatton Garden-headquartered company increased 37% to £21.3 million.

Moon said: “2018 was another period of very strong growth, the sixth consecutive year where Science in Sport has significantly outperformed the sector.”

This year it will start stocking larger ranges with retailers such as Tesco and Asda.