11.   But before they can buy the local operators, they need approval from the cartel office.

12.   ECE, the local operator of Hard Rock Cafes and Planet Hollywood restaurants, plans to begin expanding into South America before the end of the year.

13.   ECE, the local operator of Hard Rock Cafes and Planet Hollywood restaurants, plans to begin expansion into South America before the end of the year.

14.   If Ms. Wolfe cannot find the number either, she makes a discreet phone call to the local Bell operator in the city in question.

15.   In a market so burdened by red tape that even many local operators find it difficult to cope, this is quite an achievement.

16.   In New England, it could get worse before it gets better for the local operators.

17.   It is the local operator in Sao Paulo state.

18.   It is the local operator in Minas Gerais state.

19.   It is the local operator in Rio de Janeiro State.

20.   Local operators are fighting each other for business as they fend off growing competition from lower-cost ports China.