[REPORT SUMMARY ] Plano Outpost Deliveries completed
Good day Boss,
I stumbled upon the contract for supplying the Navy Base Plano Outpost in Texas on the message board. Since I was in the mood for some easy work, I decided to take it on. It actually turned out to be as simple as I thought, so no complaints here! Check out the attachments for all the cargo logs. Just a heads up, some Robotics were used up right away by the crew, so I agreed with one of my colleagues that they’d drop off the difference later to keep the construction on track.
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Chaz Milligen, Commodore
LOCATION: Susquehanna
SUBJECT: Cargo Reports - Springfield Station
[REPORT SUMMARY ] Springfield Station Supply runs
Good day Boss,
I saw we snagged the tender to supply Springfield station, which is great to see us getting some steady work locally. We were set for our first delivery today, and aside from everything going smoothly, I have to say that while I get the Navy is all about security. It felt like everyone was watching my team and me when we started unloading. We weren't even allowed to enter the stock area, but I'm sure it was just the usual supplies in there. I’m not really sure how to feel about this. Usually, I’d make sure the supplies are stored right, but since we're getting paid good maybe i should just let it slide. it would be nice to have a bit more info, that would definitely help me feel better and know our deliveries are safe. I've attached the cargo logs from the ship. Looks like we have more runs planned in the future, so I'll keep you in the loop, Boss.
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Chaz Milligen, Commodore
LOCATION: Susquehanna
SUBJECT: Cargo Reports - Springfield Station
[REPORT SUMMARY ] Springfield Station Supply runs
Good day Boss,
Just a quick update on the supply runs to Springfield. The station is still looking good on stock, so I’ll keep it short. We made a run with some alloys and a few basic supplies. See the attachments for the details.
You must've seen the comm from the folks out in Vespucci. Funny that our motinorin' devices haven't picked 'em up, but there it is. I recently paid a visit to the station, somewhat delayed after my announcement, so they shouldn't have seen me comin'.
To be honest, it seems like just another backwater. After disembarking and taking a walk around with some of my people, I even found incomplete sections of the installation. I'm guessin' these folks ran out of funding out here, and simply stopped construction until it starts tricklin' in again. I will say that their homebrews ain't too bad - it figures they'd learn a thing or two, having to survive on their own piss for weeks on end. All in all, I see why they'd want some heavier tonnage out here, but you best ask for the money up-front, or they may order three ships and only have the funding for one, heheh. But at least these people are smart enough to invest in point-defense.
As we were preparing to board back up, Jose picked up a little info nugget. Apparently, these folks have a resupply contract with some kinda Kishiro subsidiary. Seems a bit far-fetched to me all the way out here, but it's somethin' to grill them about, right? And if they're really payin' some moron out in Kusari to keep their op runnin', maybe we can undercut it, right? But I'll leave that up to you and the other folks at the office, eh?
My opinion about the whole thing is that they're definitely up to something in recent months, but I didn't see anything obvious, so they should be smart enough to hide it. So if the LSF ever comes callin' about us sourcing out some haulers to these folks, we can point to the Wayfarer's databanks as a way to cover our ass.
Oh, one last thing. Seems to be some kind of op going on around Veracruz that looks real fishy to me. I doubt it's connected to the Tijuana folks, but it's somethin' to consider if we're bringing our people into Vespucci. They're callin' themselves "Veracruz Munitions" - first time I've heard of any such outfit. Didn't let Wayfarer near the place of course, and they've got guns to back up their rude comms. Maybe something to pass along to the LSF, eh?
Tom Brimble, Freelancer
LOCATION: Planet Pittsburgh, New York
SUBJECT: Reply: Applications
Mr. Rolf!
So good to hear back from you. I will make my way back posthaste, and look forward to meeting you!
Apologies for the late response, I've been out on some routes in the Borderworlds and had some nasty business with nomads who didn't appreciate my presence. All is well now, and I am ready to find out how I can best fit the organization!
Sincerely,
Tom Brimble.
OORP: I'll be changing his name to Tom Brimble, best to wait until getting new ID right? I'll head there tonight and shoot you a message on Disc for next steps.
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Tom Brimble, Transport Pilot
LOCATION: Cortez Mining Tavern
SUBJECT: Internal Report - Militant Piracy In Cortez
Hey boss, I just wanted to let you know I was held up by a militant right outside of the CMT. I put up a fight for a while but ended up having to pay him 50,000 credits to send him on his way... I'm just learning my way around here, but I'm guessing that's not a common occurrence right outside our stations. Might need to beef up security. The bastard was waiting right outside for me... I'll keep an eye out and update you if I see anything else.
Before the previously mentioned incident, here were my numbers for supply runs to CMT:
- 10k Energy Field Equipment from Willard Research Station
- 3340 Super Alloy from Cordova Shipping Platform
- 2128 copper ore from Coronado.
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Jack Karhle, Captain
LOCATION: Baltimore Shipyard, New York
SUBJECT: Internal Report - First Trade Run
Mornin' folks, got myself set up with a new Bison fresh from Baltimore, and popped over to see if Mr Rolf was free for that chat, but I guess he was busy with some meetings, so I took myself out for a quick trip.
First stop was Susquehanna Station, thought I'd take a poke around but when I got there, the crew said they were out of repair materials, and were worried about the stations integrity, so I built them a small stockpile, that should tide them over for now. Then I grabbed some copper and headed out to Freeport 8, from there, aluminium to Scarborough Shipyard, and some Super Alloy back to Baltimore.
Happy to say the ship flew like a dream, and had no troubles at all. You really know how to make them good, thats for sure. Very glad to be back in the saddle, and I look forward to meeting the rest of you out there when I can.
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Samuel Florian, Operations
LOCATION: Planet Pittsburgh, New York
SUBJECT: Internal Report - Asset Relocation
The McIntyre has been moved to Colorado for refinery and logistics support. Crew is relatively new, but they're attentive and respectful for the most part. Initial trials included three holds of Synth Paste for coordination practice between her Assistant Quartermaster and the Loadmaster's Apprentice on Red Rock. The boys handled it fine, a few more shipments, and they'll be old hat at cargo management. McIntyre lost one of her offloading dollies somewhere in there, so if the boys on Red Rock find a spare, leave us a Post-It on the bay doors.
Helvetia has been moved to Susquehanna for future operations, but loading trials ain't there yet. Not sure if its her armor or the redesigned cargo bays, but the boys have some growing pains managing the ship. Recommend at least two weeks before assignment outside of system.
Eleanora and Empire are completing flight trials currently and awaiting crew assignments. I will transfer from McIntyre, and Lux Holmgren will handle load operations in my stead while we ready the larger transports. I'd recommend McIntyre for assignment outside Liberty if needed as well.
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Samuel Florian, Operations
LOCATION: Planet Pittsburgh, New York
SUBJECT: Internal Report - Crew Training
After yesterday's shitstorm, Helvetia was assigned overtime for Susquehanna and CMT for supply. Took 36,000 in essentials for CMT, but the crew finally started getting into a groove under Lux's direction. I'd request he be permanently assigned to Helvetia as he's developed a good system with the boys to keep them out of trouble, and I'll submit new assignment requests for operations in Colorado. Lux then oversaw 12,000 in Robotics and 12,000 in Filters to Susquehanna, which went off without a hitch. I'm confident leaving her and the crew in his care.
On initial approach to CMT, Helvetia went evasive as a Serenity barreled down the lane to Coronado without comms, but the crew held it together, and her cargo retention systems performed as expected. Next time she returns to Baltimore, I'll have them double-checked as a precaution.