IBERSOL • 2023 Integrated Management Report

With a macroeconomic context marked by slowing economies, rising inflation and the ongoing war in Ukraine, 2023 was a year of overcoming difficulties, with many notable events and achievements at Silva Carvalho Catering and Palace Catering. In this complex economic reality, the two brands organised more than 1,000 events, serving more than 570,000 customers, unequivocally consolidating their presence as leaders in the national market. We were the chosen caterer for 68 congresses in 2023, including the European Association of Hospital Pharmacists (EAHP) Congress, which lasted three days and attracted around 2,500 participants a day, the WASAVA Veterinary Congress, which lasted three days and attracted 2,300 participants, and the AGIF Congress, which attracted 1,250 participants over five days. Our participation in events such as the Confraria do Vinho do Porto dinner, Tabaqueira, Leica’s 50th anniversary and the Christmas dinners organised by EDP, CUF, Mota Engil and Meo with 4,000 guests were also noteworthy. CATERING PORTUGAL FINANCIAL YEAR ACTIVITY 138