KUALA LUMPUR: Protasco Bhd returned to the black in the second quarter, boosted by stronger contribution by its road maintenance division.

       The company made a net profit of RM6.4mil in the three-month ended June 30 compared with a loss of RM1.7mil a year ago.

       Revenue improved to RM189mil from RM172mil previously, Protasco said in a filing today.

       Maintenance business generated a revenue of RM142.3mil and a pre-tax profit of RM11.7mil.

       "Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the Group expects the present profit momentum to continue for the rest of the current financial year and is actively and diligently pursuing various business opportunities to enhance shareholders’ return," it said.