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Unconsolidated Subsidiaries
3 Months Ended
Aug. 31, 2011
Unconsolidated Subsidiaries  
Unconsolidated Subsidiaries

11. UNCONSOLIDATED SUBSIDIARIES

Our earnings from unconsolidated affiliates consists entirely of our joint venture (50% ownership) formed in May 2008, to perform non-destructive testing and inspection services in Alaska. The joint venture is an integral part of our operations in Alaska. Our investment in the net assets of the joint venture, accounted for using the equity method of accounting, was $1.8 million at August 31, 2011 and $1.4 million at May 31, 2011. Revenues from the joint venture not reflected in our consolidated revenues were $3.9 million and $2.6 million for the three months ended August 31, 2011 and 2010, respectively.