The desire for profitability led to a major reduction in the network during the mid-1960s.

They "are looking to the rest of the country as an opportunity for profitability."

IN the industry, the drive for profitability has divided people into two camps.

I do wonder how long it'll last though, it's not exactly a great model for profitability.

"They gave him a mandate for profitability that no one could meet," he said.

The second does the same for profitability, using earnings growth, among other things.

But those costs will push back the target date for profitability by a year, to the end of 2003, he said.

It has a solid reputation for safety, service and profitability.

That plan, he continued, focuses on "the most potential for profitability."

Rather, the enterprises themselves will assume responsibility for their management and profitability.