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ATLANTA-Lodgian Inc. reports fourth-quarter 2005 revenue rose $5.2 million to $76.8 million, compared to $71.6 million for the same 2004 period. For the year, sales improved 2.2% to $319.3 million versus $312.4 million in 2004.

The locally based international hotel chain manager of 75 properties posted revenue per available room from continuing operations of $48.47 million in the fourth quarter compared to $42.65 million in the comparable 2004 period. For the year, RevPAR totaled $51.37 million compared to $47.96 million in 2004.

Net income in the fourth quarter was $7.8 million versus a loss of $13.76 million in the same 2004 period. For the year, net income stood at $12.3 million compared to a loss of $31.8 million in 2004.