Unlike the other colonies in Sirius, the planets of Ile-de-France and other core systems of Gallia proved to have abundant supplies of oil. Utilizing nearly limitless oil deposits was more efficient for building up the new House than using other types of fuel and alternative means of generating energy.
In 234 A.G.S., a giant corporation named EFL Oil, of which the Crown owned a majority share, was formed to control all extraction, transportation, and processing of oil throughout Gallia.
In 440 A.G.S., when space colonization was on the rise, EFL absorbed several large shipbuilding and engineering companies, becoming EFL Oil & Machinery. In its new state, the corporation was responsible for building many of the currently operating Gallic space station, including several shipyards and space colonies.
Nowadays, EFL is the largest corporation in Gallia, with the total value of its enterprises estimated to be five hundred billion credits, and the number of employees counting as high as six million.
It is operating in virtually every field of the Gallic economy, both planet side and in space. In addition to building stations, the corporation is also one of the largest station operators in Gallic space. Despite the enormous damage caused by the Second Gallic War, EFL had sizable reserves that were used to compensate the losses. Yet, reserves are easily depleted, and the war is not yet over. Moreover, the Sirius invasion is now under way, which also puts the company under considerable strain due to its contracts with defence agencies and with the Royal Navy in particular.
Other corporations operating in Gallic space are either smaller, like IDF or Solar, or are less dependent on the government, like GMS. EFL is often considered the symbol of the excessive involvement by the Crown in Gallia's economy, which makes the corporation a favored target for terrorist groups like the Maquis. All these factors combined are expected to cause serious problems for the corporations long term finances unless it undertakes significant restructuring.
Corporate Organization
Corporate Officers
Chief Executive Officer: Jaques Tavernier
Vice President of Logistics:
Vice President of Corporate Security: Sebastian Gaston
Coordinators oversee often large delivery and supply operations. In most regards, Coordinators form the logistical superstructure of EFL's operations, as they are reach their position through demonstrated dedication to ship maintenance, operations, knowledge of key distribution needs, and the organizational skills to maintain large or time-sensitive convoys.
Logistics Operators
Operators form the experienced backbone of EFL's logistical division, each given control of an individual ship and crew. While Operators are given great autonomy in selecting their routes, Coordinators maintain authority to direct Operator movement for specific projects.
Probationary Operators
Probationary Operators, or "Probies," as they may be affectionately called, are new employees interested in joining EFL logistics operations. Each Probie is assigned an Operator to guide him or her in ship operation, convoy organization, and maintenance. Each Probie must be recommended to a Coordinator for promotion after logging sufficient flight-time and demonstrating full understanding of his or her responsibilities. As such, Probies and their handling Operators typically form long-lasting relationships and commonly work together as they each advance through EFL's ranks.
Dispatchers organize security detail under the auspices of the Vice President for Security. Like their counterparts in the Logistics Division, they are given great leeway to assign agents to particular convoys or special interest cargo shipments. Dispatchers have typically served in other roles at EFL, gaining some of their experience in logistics to better understand and respond to their needs.
Security Agents
Agents are the most typical security employees hired by EFL. Some choose to limit their employment to security detail exclusively while others also serve as operators for less important convoys. Many agents formerly served with the Gallic Royal Navy, and EFL is particularly proud to offer employment advantages to members of the Navy in whichever capacity they choose to serve.
Independent Private Security Contractors
While EFL does maintain its own small security division, it often hires independent escort for operations outside Gallia or single-project work. These pilots operate under EFL’s specific direction, but their ships and other equipment are not provided by the corporation.
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