We've been pretty busy recently, and it's been good for all of us, I hope. First we made a Hyperspace Matrix, with the help of Universal Shipping, Freelancer Escorts and Repairs and the Crayter Movers. We also managed a convoy to New Berlin, hauling Gold Ore, from Dublin. I think we then sold the Matrix the the Crayterians, so perhaps it'd be worth making another, given how fast it sold. Next up, some exciting news, the preparations for the party to reopen Kensignton, after its upgrade, so it'll be a great time all around. All Gateway employees will be, of course, invited, and there will be plenty of drinks and entertainment all around. Next up, earlier today I just completed our contract with Planetform, to reinforce the defenses of California Minor.
It's been a pleasure working with you,
~Ryan Boreal, Vice President
There is a good and bad news !
It's better if I start with the bad news. They arrived, yes, the war arrived to Cortez. To be sure of it we will scout the area with BWS, and we will report it. Fighting is inevitable and we will not give up ! The good news is all about it we have begun the preparations to protect Oceana until the last breath. The base factories were closed for an indefinite period but we kept open for all travelers and for our friends who are looking for a safe haven in Cortez system. Because of this the Kensingon's opening ceremony was moved to a later date, otherwise Kensington works fully all documents were transferred from Oceana. In case of any new informations about Cortez situation and about the current events I will report later.
Summarizing recent events I'll report the most important ones. The most important phases of the Oceana Shipping Platform defense system have been performed. We are grateful to Crayter Republic ISE division for the great delivery job. Secondly, based on a separate agreement, the Crayter Military give their support in the event of a possible threat on Cortez system. We are once again grateful to these great people.
In the present situation we have expanded our common transport fleet with a couple of really strong and safe Rheinlad pieces. Meanwhile, we opened a possible path to Rheinland commercial by building partnership with Republican Shipping [Classified Content: Access Only for Gateway| employee & exec. team !]. Everyone gets a green road to Rheinland. That would be my only request from you to do some reports about the shipments & buisinesses in Rheinland. *N.B.: Do not forget any of our old good ALG friends !
Last, but not least the Bretonian government is preparing for a "big toss". With details later, of course, I'll bomb everybody but until then prepare yourself and your transports because Caernarfon will be brighter than ever and we will be the shining stars on the horizon.
Just the other week, we had another an encounter with our rival, Border World Exports. The encounter started in Frankfurt, where I shadowed a Bowex) transport through to Omega-3, where one of our Black Wing Squadron fighters was waiting for them. Together, we gave them a reminder of why exactly Gateway is the best shipping corporation around, as they seem to have forgotten about us, something we are going to have to change. I hope you will all continue continue to work together to prove this to our friends and allies and the shipping market, as the Gauls continue to try and grind their way through us.
It's been a pleasure working with you,
~Ryan Boreal, Vice President
I'm happy to announce the Kensington project is officialy over. Enlargement & expansion project was successful. Now the time has come to take advantage of the base of new opportunities. In the next period, our economic goals will be above all. Let's see the new economic "skyscraper"... *Alan turns around and with a satisfied smile he looks for many years of work*
*The crowd watching the projected image and applauds it*
I have to thank you at this moment. Special thanks to BMF's staff and all the staff who participated in "Kensington Fairy Tale" project. All this humble work is the beginning of the future. The next step is to achieve a secure commercial travel. Our new base has got a brand new ship park, Reinforced and Armed Transports which are waiting for new pilots. This new project is called Project "Heavy Crow".
We will continue to maintain our economic resources and interests and for that, we are moving forward and looking for new opportunities. Currently, Oceana Shipping Platform is under crossfire the situation is getting harder. And here I would like to solemnly declare ... *smiles contentedly* ... there is a way out and there is help. Crayter Republic, old friends offered their help and support. One of our great projects ends and new, even bigger begins. "Kensington Fairy Tale" project was the consolidation of our past and our present and our future will be the "One-way road" project. All of our efforts we can take to accomplish this.
I would like to pass a quick status report for everyone !
Yes, GRN attacked us in the heart of Bretonia ! Kensington Shipping Platform sustained damage over raids. However the station is still holding its ground. There was a quick rescue action between the raids. Thanks to Blackwing Squadron, they extracted the most important documents, datas and evacuated part of the crew to Caernarfon Station in Poole. After that we have a temporary headquarters in Poole system. After a quick move we made a damage assessment.
Damage assessment data report:
We will continue to do repairs with staff left on the base. Furthermore, in the future, a project will be launched for wide range of repair. All these events provide additional motivation to complete the "One-way road" project
In spite of the new situations, we continue our trading tasks on the usual way. In a convoy, we met with Corsair -Tortoga[TBH] - on the way to Omega-3 in Cambridge system. He threatened us with the gunboat's fire power. During this time, we shipped Gold Ore with Heavy Crow ships. I was cloaked as an escort - GSE-Endeavour - with my partner - GSV-Columbia - on his right wing. After I revealed my presence much more friendly behavior was initiated by the pirate. That proves the convoy's success I think it's worth the investment. Our trading route was finally completed successfully.
I have done a brief analysis of the offer of Falster Base to Gateway as requested. Below is a brief summary of my findings, the full data has been filed - document FB21.b if needed for review.
Pros:
A core 4 base with little initial cost
Central Omega position
Could support our largest customer and expand with local mining industry
Base would not go into the ownership of our rivals
Possible interception point for rival shipments
BAF likely to keep the Aland area secure in the short term
Cons:
Additional staff required to man the base
Additional maintainence costs and fees
High risk area with many unsavoury characters (Hessians and Corsairs)
If IMG do not have good relations with Bretonia after the battle they may not be able to access the station
Financially, it is dependent upon this final point and how we can lawfully allow local miners to continue to use the station.
Mr. Firth your analysis records arrived on my table. All these findings are important aspects about taking control over Falster base. The base can be an important point for us from an economic point of view. All this would be worth the risk listed. We contacted IMG regarding the reconciliation of our serious plans.
Thank you for your precise work. I would have a mission for you regarding this topic: 1. You should measure the current base traffic.
2. Identify the most frequent commodities - buy/sell -
3. Getting in touch with IMG nearby (preferably with the management of the base) and convince them that it is best for IMG to transfer the base control to the Gateway Shippinc Inc.
Please report the phases of the mission here. We will be very grateful for it. If you need financial support for all of this, you should tell us here: Internal Control.
Delivery of Quantum Arrays to the Zoners within Bering is completed but awaiting confirmation of receipt. During my mission I encountered a Lane Hacker who unlike previous members of his organisation seemed to be lacking in diplomatic skills. After a fairly brief interrogation they failed to give a convincing backstory and unfortunately I was forced to remove the rogue element from the system. A bystander outcast was present and did not interfere during the delicate situation, so I donated a small fee as a gesture of gratitude. I have attached logs below.
[27.03.2019 20:40:24] LH~Meltdown: Glad you could join us.
[27.03.2019 20:40:25] L\-Eliza.Valdez: Too late for that, I guess.
[27.03.2019 20:40:28] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Thanks for the warning but it is too late.
[27.03.2019 20:40:35] LH~Meltdown: Do sit still.
[27.03.2019 20:40:52] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Me?
[27.03.2019 20:40:57] LH~Meltdown: An empty transport. I wonder where you were going.
[27.03.2019 20:40:59] L\-Eliza.Valdez: Time for me to pretend to be a Zoner.
[27.03.2019 20:41:08] LH~Meltdown: Yes, you.
[27.03.2019 20:41:08] L\-Eliza.Valdez: As I'd rather not take sides here.
[27.03.2019 20:41:18] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Very unusual, I normally have no issues with your people
[27.03.2019 20:41:37] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Where am I heading you ask?
[27.03.2019 20:41:40] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Good question
[27.03.2019 20:41:59] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: I'm heading back to new london
[27.03.2019 20:42:05] LH~Meltdown: I see.
[27.03.2019 20:42:35] LH~Meltdown: You're traveling empty, yet I'd hate for this to be a waste of my time.
[27.03.2019 20:42:45] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: What are you doing here?
[27.03.2019 20:42:54] LH~Meltdown: How about you send 1 million credits my way and you can go on yours.
[27.03.2019 20:42:58] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Well, if you feel your time is wasted
[27.03.2019 20:43:06] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: I'd be happy to stay and chat to make up for it
[27.03.2019 20:43:10] LH~Meltdown: What I'm doing here is self-explanatory, I believe.
[27.03.2019 20:43:14] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: it's really no issue
[27.03.2019 20:43:23] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Happy to keep you both company
[27.03.2019 20:43:27] LH~Meltdown: I must insist you take me up on my offer.
[27.03.2019 20:43:36] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Alright alright
[27.03.2019 20:43:46] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: May I atleast find out your name?
[27.03.2019 20:43:59] LH~Meltdown: No.
[27.03.2019 20:44:09] LH~Meltdown: Why would you even ask?
[27.03.2019 20:44:19] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Well, how am I supposed to record my banking statements?
[27.03.2019 20:44:24] LH~Meltdown: Besides, even if I gave you a name, it would be a fake one.
[27.03.2019 20:44:43] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Well you see, now i'm begining to think you aren't trustworthy
[27.03.2019 20:44:54] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: which is very odd
[27.03.2019 20:45:09] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: I was under the impression your people were honourable?
[27.03.2019 20:45:11] LH~Meltdown: Why is it that every Bretonian I come across think he's some sort of comic?
[27.03.2019 20:45:21] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Deception is not honourable at all
[27.03.2019 20:45:39] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: You sound like you work for BMM
[27.03.2019 20:45:43] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: *spits*
[27.03.2019 20:45:58] LH~Meltdown: Do I look like some sort of miner to you?
[27.03.2019 20:46:26] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Not particually but without proper details how can I varify your actions?
[27.03.2019 20:46:30] LH~Meltdown: All this drivel and I'm no closer to my cash.
[27.03.2019 20:46:33] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: It seems we have reached an impass
[27.03.2019 20:46:42] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: I will tell you what
[27.03.2019 20:46:52] LH~Meltdown: I am an exepert at getting out of impasses...
[27.03.2019 20:46:53] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: How about we start again
[27.03.2019 20:47:13] L\-Eliza.Valdez: *tries to hold back her chuckle*
[27.03.2019 20:47:28] LH~Meltdown: And people say we in the Lane Hackers have it easy...
[27.03.2019 20:47:28] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Allow me to introduce myself, My name is Mr Smith and you are?
[27.03.2019 20:48:04] LH~Meltdown: My name is George Hacker, prime minister of Bretonia. Now hand me my cash before I fry your brains, you halfwit.
[27.03.2019 20:48:37] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: *sigh*
[27.03.2019 20:48:46] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Well
[27.03.2019 20:48:55] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: I was expecting a little bit better if I'm honest
[27.03.2019 20:49:13] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Shall we give it another go?
[27.03.2019 20:49:19] LH~Meltdown: If you think you are disappointed now, wait until I'm done with you.
[27.03.2019 20:49:33] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Done with me?
[27.03.2019 20:49:44] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: We are just three friends having a chat
[27.03.2019 20:51:10] Death: LH~Meltdown was put out of action by Gateway|-GSV-Challenger (Gun).
[27.03.2019 20:51:14] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Well
[27.03.2019 20:51:21] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: That was unfortunate
[27.03.2019 20:51:26] L\-Eliza.Valdez: *claps* Well done, capitan!
[27.03.2019 20:51:33] L\-Eliza.Valdez: Quite the show, I must say.
[27.03.2019 20:51:59] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: I thought they were going to let me go, If I spoke long enough
[27.03.2019 20:52:21] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Clearly not, the real name is Evison, Samuel Evison.
[27.03.2019 20:52:30] Tip: You were a new player once. If you see someone making obvious mistakes, talk to them and help them.
[27.03.2019 20:52:37] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: Thanks, for not getting involved.
[27.03.2019 20:52:43] L\-Eliza.Valdez: Eliza Valdez. And the pleasure's all mine.
[27.03.2019 20:52:50] Gateway|-GSV-Challenger: heres a little something for your time.
[27.03.2019 20:52:56] /givecasht 1000000
[27.03.2019 20:52:56] You have sent 1.000.000 credits to L\-Eliza.Valdez
[27.03.2019 20:53:02] L\-Eliza.Valdez: I would've told him to buzz off but alas we must keep good relations with the hackers as well as Bretonia.
[27.03.2019 20:53:13] L\-Eliza.Valdez: Diplomacy can be an annoyance at times.
Earlier today I was stopped by a pilot giving off a freelancer IFF. needless to say it was a bit usual however it turn out to be a Gaul known as Claire Delune spreading news of impending doom and suggesting we attempt to convince the Bretonian Government to surrender to saves lives. Luckily a member of the Independent Miners Guild showed up and vouched that I was not the hopeless crown puppet I was accused of being and probably saved my life.
While attempting to barter for my life I gave my word that I would pass on this message on to my superiors. so here is the logs do with them what you wish.
[28.03.2019 22:25:01] Calamity: Bonjour.
[28.03.2019 22:25:07] Calamity: Hold it please.
[28.03.2019 22:25:50] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Oh, good dau
[28.03.2019 22:25:51] Calamity: Now again, hold it.
[28.03.2019 22:25:52] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: day
[28.03.2019 22:25:59] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Again?
[28.03.2019 22:26:01] Calamity: Bonjour, Bretonian...
[28.03.2019 22:26:07] Calamity: Qui.
[28.03.2019 22:26:08] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: You've only just shown on my scanners
[28.03.2019 22:26:28] Calamity: That's because we gallics do not live in the stone ages.
[28.03.2019 22:26:44] Calamity: Now let me see, Cobalt, eh?
[28.03.2019 22:26:53] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: It seems so
[28.03.2019 22:26:58] Calamity: Where is it going to?
[28.03.2019 22:27:04] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Gaul?
[28.03.2019 22:27:17] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Very unusual tech you're using
[28.03.2019 22:27:26] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: The last one I met was very friendly
[28.03.2019 22:27:28] Calamity: I agree. But it does the job.
[28.03.2019 22:27:41] Calamity: Friendly? To a Bretonian?
[28.03.2019 22:27:42] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: we bonded over laughing at the BMM
[28.03.2019 22:27:53] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Bretonian yes
[28.03.2019 22:27:53] Calamity: Hm. Those guys are indeed funny.
[28.03.2019 22:28:07] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: But we are not part of the Bretonian Crown
[28.03.2019 22:28:16] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Just a civilian company
[28.03.2019 22:28:21] Calamity: Not of the Crown, but you cooperate with them.
[28.03.2019 22:28:32] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Surely you understand we cannot be blamed for the Crowns warmongering
[28.03.2019 22:28:35] Calamity: Anyone who helps them deserves the death.
[28.03.2019 22:28:45] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Support them? Hah
[28.03.2019 22:28:50] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Where have you been
[28.03.2019 22:28:55] Calamity: Oh yeah? But you can be blamed for them not having surrendered yet.
[28.03.2019 22:29:02] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: They attacked our closest ally!
[28.03.2019 22:29:09] Calamity: And what did you do?
[28.03.2019 22:29:20] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: We continued to support the miners
[28.03.2019 22:29:25] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: like any good ally
[28.03.2019 22:29:37] Calamity: I did not see any of your guys fighting the Bretonians.
[28.03.2019 22:29:45] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: We are not fighters
[28.03.2019 22:29:50] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: As you can see from my ship
[28.03.2019 22:29:50] Calamity: I was there. I fought. And you?
[28.03.2019 22:30:01] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: We are simple traders
[28.03.2019 22:30:01] Calamity: Neither is the ALG. But they took it seriously.
[28.03.2019 22:30:28] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: ALG is a mega corp, Gateway is much smaller
[28.03.2019 22:30:35] Calamity: Whatever.
[28.03.2019 22:30:42] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: we are building a vast extension of connections
[28.03.2019 22:30:45] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: but alas
[28.03.2019 22:30:49] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: we are not quite there
[28.03.2019 22:30:53] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Anyway
[28.03.2019 22:30:54] Calamity: You are not really trying to tell me you never had business with the Bretonians...
[28.03.2019 22:31:12] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: I see you are trying to get me to say we are supporting the bretonian war effort
[28.03.2019 22:31:22] Calamity: I'd like to hear that, qui.
[28.03.2019 22:31:32] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Well you won't get it
[28.03.2019 22:31:44] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: I cannot speak for all of gateway
[28.03.2019 22:31:44] Calamity: Are you supporting Gallia in any way?
[28.03.2019 22:32:01] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: But I have avoided getting myself involved
[28.03.2019 22:32:09] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: it does not pay to back the losing side
[28.03.2019 22:32:25] Calamity: Right. But did you invest in the winning side yet?
[28.03.2019 22:32:43] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Well, I suppose you could say I kept my mouth shut when I encounted your comraids in New London recently
[28.03.2019 22:32:47] Calamity: Because I cannot tolerated making business in crown territory without supporting them.
[28.03.2019 22:32:55] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: If you count that as support
[28.03.2019 22:32:59] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: I suppose I have
[28.03.2019 22:33:16] Calamity: Passive support... That's what all weaklings do.
[28.03.2019 22:33:33] IMG|Defiant: Oh joy a pirate.
[28.03.2019 22:33:34] Calamity: Hmm, now the guild?
[28.03.2019 22:33:38] Calamity: Bonjour.
[28.03.2019 22:33:42] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Ah hello friend
[28.03.2019 22:33:50] Calamity: Guildsmen.
[28.03.2019 22:33:53] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: It seems we have a Gallic visitor
[28.03.2019 22:34:06] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: I have tried telling him we have no love for the crown
[28.03.2019 22:34:11] Calamity: I am currently trying to find out if this person is supportive to our crown.
[28.03.2019 22:34:23] IMG|Defiant: *Raises eyebrow*
[28.03.2019 22:34:30] Calamity: I'd like to hear your opinion about Gateway.
[28.03.2019 22:34:43] Calamity: That might save, or burn his pod.
[28.03.2019 22:34:49] Calamity: Choose your words carefully.
[28.03.2019 22:34:52] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: As I'm sure the guildsman will attest we offered supplies throughout the seige
[28.03.2019 22:35:10] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: But I won't put words in their mouth
[28.03.2019 22:35:13] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: I trust the Guild
[28.03.2019 22:35:22] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: go ahead speak your mind
[28.03.2019 22:35:34] IMG|Defiant: *nods* Gateway is not one of Crowns lap dogs.
[28.03.2019 22:35:35] Calamity: Qui. I'd like to hear the guildsman in person.
[28.03.2019 22:35:49] Calamity: But are they supportive to the Gallic cause?
[28.03.2019 22:36:11] Calamity: Or will they resist when we crush their Kingdom?
[28.03.2019 22:36:41] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: If you allow us to continue under gallic rule I am sure we will not resist
[28.03.2019 22:36:44] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: in fact
[28.03.2019 22:36:55] IMG|Defiant: *shrugs* I've been dodging Corsairs in the Omegas along with the Crown.
[28.03.2019 22:36:59] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: I'd offer my services as an intermediary in the negotiations
[28.03.2019 22:37:10] Calamity: Hmm...
[28.03.2019 22:37:34] Calamity: Gateway captain. I hope you are aware that your people are being burned alive on Leeds?
[28.03.2019 22:37:56] Calamity: The people of Bretonia have the power to stop this suffering.
[28.03.2019 22:38:20] Calamity: Use whatever voice you have in the Bretonian government.
[28.03.2019 22:38:21] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: The Admirals will not listen to a simple trader
[28.03.2019 22:38:35] Calamity: Make them surrender. Let the cruelty stop.
[28.03.2019 22:38:51] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: But I could voice your words to my superiors
[28.03.2019 22:39:00] Calamity: One can't do much. But if you gather enough people, your voice will become louder.
[28.03.2019 22:39:10] Calamity: I'd very much like that.
[28.03.2019 22:39:44] Calamity: There are horrible things happening out there. It is in your power to stop it.
[28.03.2019 22:40:00] Calamity: If you do me this favor, you've earned my trust.
[28.03.2019 22:40:08] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Very well, The name is Evison, Samuel Evison. I will say what has been said here
[28.03.2019 22:40:13] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: but should there be more to add
[28.03.2019 22:40:20] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Contact me via the net
[28.03.2019 22:40:26] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: I'm easy to find
[28.03.2019 22:40:26] Calamity: Claire Delune. Pleased to meet you.
[28.03.2019 22:40:40] Calamity: Allright. But that is all I have to say for now.
[28.03.2019 22:40:44] Calamity: Merci for listening.
[28.03.2019 22:40:52] Calamity: Feel free to carry on your way.
[28.03.2019 22:40:58] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Very well, have a good journey
[28.03.2019 22:41:05] Calamity: You too. Au revoir.
[28.03.2019 22:41:53] IMG|Defiant: *waves*
[28.03.2019 22:41:58] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Well that was a close one
[28.03.2019 22:42:02] Gateway|-GSV-Mercury: Thought I was a goner