That is the most important thing "I" would expect. The next thing would be, not to play as outright pirates, but reasonable ones and ones that are always fun to interact with. Players, when they see your faction in the chat list, should not avoid you at all costs, but would want to bump unto you, for some nice little interaction and a reasonable fee ofcourse.
Since Gallia does not have much traders or police characters roaming around, you might be more inclined to the Taus where there is some activity now. If you can stir up the activity in the place you are working, then there is nothing more needed.