(Sharecast News) - Energy procurement consultancy Inspired Energy told shareholders on Wednesday that it had enjoyed a "strong" first half of the year, as it continued to deliver on its stated growth strategy, trading in line with the board's expectations.The AIM-traded firm, which was holding its annual general meeting, said the integration of Inprova Finance - acquired in December - was progressing "well", and was performing in line with management's expectations."The enlarged platform further underpins the strength of our corporate division and the benefit we provide clients in order for them to optimise the value of every pound spent on utilities," said chairman Michael Fletcher."We move into the second half with good visibility and confidence of further progress over the remainder of the year."The continued momentum is testament to the strong team we have in place to drive the growth of the group as it moves to the next stage of development."Inspired Energy said it expected to announce its unaudited half-year results to 30 June on 4 September.