Dividends

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2011

Dividends [Abstract]

DIVIDENDS

15. DIVIDENDS

During the years ended December 31, 2011, 2010 and 2009 the Company paid cash dividends of $9.4 million, $8.6 million and $8.9 million, respectively, representing $0.15, $0.14 and $0.14 per outstanding share, respectively.