I look forward to working with Mr. Syron to ensure the continued safe and sound operation of the company.

OPS has the mission to ensure the safe, reliable, and environmentally sound operation of the nation's pipeline transportation system.

Ms. Goldburg said she "was very impressed by the steps they've taken to create an environmentally sound" operation.

In deciding on providing insurance, Federal regulators consider whether each institution has sufficient capital, competent management and "safe and sound" operations.

"Instead of building incinerators, the Port Authority could just as easily be involved in sponsoring an effective and environmentally sound recycling operation."

Indicates strong performance and risk management practices that consistently provide for safe and sound operations.

Reflects satisfactory performance and risk management practices that consistently provide for safe and sound operations.

Both historical and projected key performance measures should generally be positive with any exceptions being those that do not directly affect safe and sound operations.

"This agreement is an important step toward resolving these concerns and helping to assure safe and sound operations at the enterprise."

"This is seen as an economical and ecologically sound alternative operation."