I actually think BACF will do ok. It's a niche operation, which I have no doubt has made good money in the 'good times'. Certainly good enough to have given the workers a better payrise!
I was merely reflecting on the 'credentials' of those at the top.
How I meant to end, was by saying:
Things ARE beginning to look much worse for the economy in 2009!
Which I can only assume would make it very difficult to justify significant capital expenditure. Even given what I said in the first line.
BACF will do fine, whatever they fly next year. Though investment will be required at some stage.