The docking officers on Kadesh have inform me a further shipment of 10,000 Critical Temperature Alloys and 10,000 Magnetic Super Conductors have recently passed through our port and into the construction zone.
Moving onto the main topic of defence -
Our policy to phase out the core use of the ZBT-1002 "Whale" class to a more defensive DLX series Borderworld Bulk Transport have certainly seen our maintenance crew logging more hours on weapon repairs and re-calibration. The mood is certainly on an upside though as the captain and crew seems to be more content as they are no longer a free shooting target every time they go on a trade run.
In my opinion I certainly agree the direction being taken, but think we can also go one step further to diversify our transport fleet to contain more firepower. The idea is somewhat unorthodox, but we should utilise our close relationship with the order to source alternative vessels. Two class of ships have caught my eye based on their capability required for the edge worlds, and it happens so the Order also have existing technical requirements to manufacture and operate theses ships. I believe we should look into acquiring the following vessels -
C5 "Bison" Liberty Heavy Transport
Containing similar cargo space to the Borderworld Bulk Transport, the C5 class however yield 28% more hull displacement and impressively holds 80% more power. Although only fielding 10 turrets, their firing arcs are twice the coverage compared to the DLX series. The ship is also capable of mounting 4 heavy turret, opening up the availability for a flak turret normally seen on capital vessels. This will certainly help if the transport is being targeted by pirates and nomads armed with torpedoes.
DL-Hai "Grizzly" Liberty Shuttle
Developed from the renowned Rhino mainframe, DL-Hai class is a specialised freighter different to what the rest of the market can offer. Although it contains much smaller hold, it boasts more power and armour compared to most of its class. Furthermore, it is capable of equipping a cloak and countermeasure at the same time. I believe this could become an invaluable vessel when it comes to carrying sensitive goods or information across the omicrons, or generally trying to evade the nomads. Whilst having said all that, I don't think we will need to acquired this vessel in large quantity, but it may be useful to have few in the hanger to fill certain operations or ad hoc missions that are not normally capable for other freighters.
I will admit we need The Order's help procure and train our personnel to fly these ships to its full proficiency, but I think this is also a good opportunity to forge closer relations and collaborate on this strategy. After all, their supply line to the rest of Sirius is only be as good as our ship can handle, so it is also in their best interest in the long run to help us. Nonetheless, I will let the trade department also have a say in the matter as to not overstep their authority.