text: which can be a significant source of income. 
  
  We have made a tough commitment for the NISSAN Value-Up period, and that is to 
  
  increase our profitability until it is in line with Nissan’s other operations. This will require some 
  
  bold steps, but doing so will make us the industry leader. We are currently expanding into 
  
  producing other material handling and warehousing equipment. We also see opportunities for 
  
  quality forklifts in China, despite the competitive market there. Used forklifts can also be a 
  
  profitable business as well, and we are looking to increase our involvement in that area. 
  
  Our marine-related business has been profitable since 2000, when we restructured the 
  
  business by expanding the marine product line-up and strengthening marina operations. 
  
  Now we are focusing on larger boats and investigating the possibility of manufacturing in China. 
  
  We are also researching the recycling of plastic and fiberglass boats, which is a major 
  
  environmental concern.” 