NationStates Jolt Archive

To: Great Armed Republic of Nutropina
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Production rights

We have received your inquiry into the purchase of production rights for the missile delivery systems and for conventional and nuclear warheads. With regard to the missile systems, we would need to refer you to the Royal Shipyards of Isselmere-Nieland for production rights purchase, as we have entered into an agreement to purchase the rights to produce those weapons for sale at the Portland Iron Works.

As far as production of warheads is concerned, it is against Portland Iron Works and Sarzonian government policy to sell production rights for warheads to all but our most trusted allies. We may consider selling delivery systems to countries pending a background check into the purchaser.

We will consider your request to produce the torpedo you have mentioned, pending the aforementioned background check. We will be sure to notify you of the results of that background check within [one RL day... it won't be a NS year for the purposes of this answer, but I'll be at work tomorrow and it's getting late here on the East Coast of the U.S. I expect that it will be a lot sooner, though].

Thank you for contacting the Portland Iron Works about acquiring weapons systems. We hope to hear from you again soon!

OOC: I understand i am on the east coast too.

IC: All background checks are welcome and encouraged as we have nothing to hide. We understand concerning the warheads fully and completely and will design and develop our own unless you change your mind. We welcome your reply on the production of the torpedos.

To: Nutropinia
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Background check results/torpedo

We have conducted our mandatory background checks and we have determined that you are a nation in good standing and, as a result, we will design the torpedo you have requested. Please allow us one NS year [1 RL day] to conduct the design and I will contact your office when our defense contractors Windham and Green Defense Industries have completed its design work.

Thank you for your understanding regarding the process. We hope to work with you again in the future.

[OOC: I'll send you a TG with some initial design specs once I've worked up an initial design. Please give me feedback on what I've worked up once I've done that. Thanks!]

[OOC: Nutropinia, please check TGs when you get a chance.]

Novaya Tech Industries would like to purchase several Octopus-class multi-role patrol vessel, Seminole-class multi-role corvette, Wixted-class stealth frigate, for convoy escorts and industrial security. Please make an offer for older, surplus vessels.

OOC: Novaya Tech Industries is a company with close, but clandistine ties to a terrorist organization called the Audubon Ballroom. The Ballroom is devoted to the destruction of slavery in all forms, and these vessels would arm our privateers for missions against slaver and pirate vessels. Money is not an issue, we are bankrolled by several rather large (+1 billion population) nations.

To: Novaya Tech Industries
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Order

We at the Portland Iron Works are glad to receive your request for an order. Since the designs you have mentioned are fairly recent additions to the Portland Iron Works inventory, we have not had the opportunity to compile enough spare ships to fulfill an order.

We would be willing to confirm your order, but would need to find out how many ships of each class you would like to order. Please let me know how many ships of each class you would like and we will accomodate you to the best of our abilities.

Thank you for contacting the Portland Iron Works. We realize you have a choice when acquiring naval vessels and we hope you choose us again for your future naval needs!

To:Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Isaac Xavier
Director of Security, Novaya Tech Industries

Thank you for your prompt responce to our request. As we are unable to purchase used or surplus vessels, we will need to keep the numbers relatively low. Two Octopus class vessels, five Seminole class corvettes, and three Wixted class frigates for now. Total costs are 3.75 billion dollars. A pleasure doing business.

To: Isaac Xavier
Director of Security, Novaya Tech Industries
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm your order for three Wixted-class frigates, five Seminole-class corvettes, and two Octopus-class patrol vessels for $3.75 billion. The ships will be completed and delivered to you by [9 a.m. EDT tomorrow].

We thank you for choosing the Portland Iron Works for your maritime needs. We hope you look to us again in the future!

[OOC: I added the completion time to the order since I noticed that I forgot to include it.]

The Great Armed Republic of Nutropinia is very pleased about the new torpedo. We are willing to pay the costs outlined in your telegram. The total cost is 4.5 Billion USD. How about we pay 2.5 Billion USD upfront. and pay the remaining 2 billion USD at a rate of 1 Billion USD per NS year for the next 2 NS Years.

First payment of 2.5 Billion USD Wired.

To: Nutropinia
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of production rights.

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to announce that we are amenable to your plan for payment for the Silver torpedo. We thank you for looking to the Portland Iron Works and to the Windham and Green Defense Industries for producing your weapon and we hope to work with you again in the future!

[OOC: The edit in Nutropinia's post came with my approval. The amount for production rights is $2.5 billion, plus $2 billion for research and development.]

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The Anime-Otaku Naval Self Defence Force (AONSDF) wishes to procure 1 Calypso-class Super Dreadnaught without the main gun emplacements, as well as a Forrest-class Carrier. We hope this request is not too demanding, and would like an advisory on the cost of payment.

General Zur See Ronnie Tay
Fleet Commander
AONSDF - Aquarian

Authorized by

Patrick McLanahan
Minister of Defence
Technocratic Republic of Anime-Otakus

To: General Zur See Ronnie Tay
Fleet Commander, AONSDF - Aquarian
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Order

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to receive your order for one Calypso-class superdreadnaught. Since the class is jointly sold by Hybalt Shipyards and the Portland Iron Works, both companies must approve the sale. We have contacted Hybalt Shipyards and are awaiting their answer.

I would like to receive some clarification about what you would like in place of the main gun armament, and we would like to know if you wish to keep the 20 inch railgun. We would like to ensure that there are no miscommunications with regard to your intent. Should Hybalt Shipyards approve the sale of the Calypso, we will contact you with information about modifying one ship to the specifications you require.

We can confirm the sale of the Forrest-class fleet carrier now for the amount of $2.1 billion. We have one nearing completion and we expect it to be available after sea trials, which we expect in [nine RL hours].

We thank you for choosing the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs. We hope you look to us again when you wish to augment your naval forces!

*added completion time notice to Novaya Tech Industries' order*

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To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director
Portland Iron Works
From: Minister of Defense Herman
The Republic of Tiborita
Re: Naval Contract

The Tiboritian Maritime Defense force is currently looking to enhance the capabilities of the fleet. After perusing several ship designs available on the international market, we wish to award your company with a contract for the purchase of two Calypso-class Dreadnaughts and forty-eight Tiger-class railgun-armed gunboats. This brings the entire contract to $422,000,000,000 USD. We hope you will recieve our business.

Thank you,
Minister Herman

To: Minister of Defense Herman
The Republic of Tiborita
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Re: Naval Contract

We thank you for contacting the Portland Iron Works for this very large order. Because the Calypso-class superdreadnaught is jointly produced and sold by the Portland Iron Works and Hybalt Shipyards, approval is required by both companies. In addition, the Tiger-class gunboat is jointly produced and sold by the Portland Iron Works and the Imperial Praetonian Shipyards. As such, purchases of the Tiger-class are subject to approval by both companies.

We will contact both companies immediately and answer you as soon as we have their input.

We thank you for choosing the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs. We realize you have a choice and hope to work with you in the future!

To: General Zur See Ronnie Tay
Fleet Commander, AONSDF - Aquarian
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Approval of Calypso

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm the approval of Hybalt Industries for your order of one Calypso-class superdreadnaught. We would ask if we could remove the railgun from the ship. If not, we would be able to remove the main gun encasements for you.

We predict the cost for removing the weapons from an existing model will cost $10 billion. If this cost does not meet to your satisfaction, we can order one completed without the armaments for a $5 billion discount.

We thank you for choosing the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs. We hope you look to us again in the future!

[OOC: I'm still waiting to hear back from Praetonia. Once I do, I'll post ICly.]

To: Minister of Defense Herman
The Republic of Tiborita
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Naval Contract

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm your order for two Calypso-class superdreadnaughts in conjunction with Hybalt Shipyards and 48 Tiger-class gunboats in conjunction with the Imperial Praetonian Shipyards Due to the high volume of this order, we are applying a 10% discount so the total for your order is $379.8 billion.

We thank you for choosing the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs. We hope to work with you again in the future!

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Minister of Defense Herman
The Republic of Tiborita
Re: Naval Contract

We are glad all parties have agreed to the contract, and we thank you for including a discount off the contract total. Please note, $379.8 billion (USD) has been transfered from 1st Tiboritian National to Portland Iron Works accounts. We look forward to potential future business deals.

Minister Herman

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From: General Zur See Ronnie Tay
Fleet Commander, AONSDF - Aquarian
To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Approval of Calypso

The AONSDF has received the Forrest-class carrier, and we are satisifed with the speedy delivery. As for the Calypso-class, the AONSDF shall order one without weapons. The total amount of USD$7.1 billion has been transferred to Portland Iron Works's accounts. We also look forward to further procurement deals with your corporation in the future.

OOC: Do tell if I paid the wrong amount. :D Kinda new at this. :D

OOC: Do tell if I paid the wrong amount. :D Kinda new at this. :D

[OOC: The price of a Calypso is $175 billion. The discount would make building one without weapons $170 billion. Sorry for any confusion.]

To: General Zur See Ronnie Tay
Fleet Commander, AONSDF - Aquarian
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Approval of Calypso

We thank you for your payment of the Forrest-class carrier. The amount to build a Calypso-class without weapons is $170 billion since the ship itself costs $175 billion. If you would prefer to cancel this part of the order, we can refund $5 billion to you and cancel the order for the Calypso-class. If you would still like to complete the order, you may send the remaining $165 billion to us. The ship is expected to be completed in four NS years [4 RL days].

We thank you for the confidence you have placed in the Portland Iron Works and we intend to work toward increasing it even further!

*Resolute-class battleship added*

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*Select RSIN auxiliary ships added to support/auxiliary ships section*

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Assuming that aircraft DO NOT come with the ships, I would like to purchase a Task Force.

The Kingdom Of Endenia is currently undergoing a large upgrading project for its primitive army and its practically non-existant navy. We feel your products are of the highest standard and would suit our needs.

Our order is as follow:

Coastal Patrol Squadron (9 ships)
1 Wixted-class frigate (FF)
4 Seminole-class corvettes (FL)
4 Bolash-class littoral defense submarines (SSKs)
Cost: $3.6 billion


Total: $3.6 billion

Money will be wired upon confirmation, thank you.

Assuming that aircraft DO NOT come with the ships, I would like to purchase a Task Force.

To: Aztec Lands
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Order for Task Force

The Portland Iron Works thanks you for contacting us regarding a purchase. Unfortunately, your presumed naval budget according to ThirdGeek (http://www.thirdgeek.com/nseconomy.php?nation=aztec_lands) is approximately half the amount needed for a Task Force. Since we are currently backlogged, we can accept a payment plan whereby you pay for the ships upon completion of sea trials.

You are correct in your assumtion that naval packages and ships do not include aircraft. If you are interested in purchasing aircraft, Hybalt Aeronautics and Zoogie Aerospace are two of our most frequent suppliers. Either of them would be great places to fill your air power needs.

We thank you for contacting the Portland Iron Works and hope you look to us again for your naval needs!

To: Kingdom of Endenia
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of order

The Portland Iron Works thanks you for contacting us regarding purchasing a Coastal Patrol Squadron. According to the Thrace Taliteann (members.fortunecity.com/thracetailteann/html/gnp.html) calculator, your presumed naval budget would be unable to cover the amount needed for the squadron.

However, since you are in the process of beginning to build your naval forces, we are willing to accept a payment plan whereby you pay in installments until the balance of $3.6 billion is paid in full. We would be willing to give you approximately 10 NS years [10 RL days] to complete these payments interest free.

We thank you for the vote of confidence you place in our products and we hope to work with you again in the future!

OOC: HIJACK sorry, check out "'A Royal Engagement" thread Sarzonia.

IC: Dear sirs:

Our experience with the medical ships has proven more than satisfactory and with the guns mounted on the bow, per our special order, not a single one of our medical ships has even so much as taken a single bullet. Thank you. We'd like to order 20 more of the medical varients. Money has been wired.

Sincerely,
Jack T. Rippper,
chief of staff

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Royal Minister Of Defense Prince Edward
Subject Payment

We thank you for you kind consideration concerning our present buget constraints and mis-calculation. Please understand that our nation has just emerged from a devastating Civil War and thus many records and information have been lost.

Due to our weaken military state, the Emperor has ordered the Royal Court to pay for the naval package as fast as possible.

So we will be paying via your generous installment plan.
Calculation(s): 3.6 Billion Divide 10 = 360,000,000 per 1 NS Year

We find this payment plan to be very reason therefore we agree, the first installment has already been wired. We thank you for your generous installment plan.

The Emperor is grateful for your generousity and in gratitude has requested that we wired 5 Million as a tip for your excellent services. We look forward to be doing more business with your company.

Regards,
Prince Edward

OOC: HIJACK sorry, check out "'A Royal Engagement" thread Sarzonia.

[OOC: I'll go look for that now. Thanks.]

IC: Dear sirs:

Our experience with the medical ships has proven more than satisfactory and with the guns mounted on the bow, per our special order, not a single one of our medical ships has even so much as taken a single bullet. Thank you. We'd like to order 20 more of the medical varients. Money has been wired.

Sincerely,
Jack T. Rippper,
chief of staff

To: Jack T. Ripper
Chief of Staff, Mauiwowee
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of Order

The Portland Iron Works is delighted to confirm your order for 20 modified Pasteur-class hospital ships. The terms of your prior agreement with the Wilmington Shipyard Corporation for additional payment due to construction on a different design also hold, but we anticipate completing delivery after conducting sea trials in approximately 3.5 NS years [Tuesday just before midnight EDT].

Unlike the previous time, we have a template now to construct the ships to the modifications you requested, so we expect the process to be simpler. As per our previous arrangement, the cost of $25.65 billion includes a five percent discount for high volume purchase.

We thank you for choosing the Portland Iron Works for your maritime needs. We hope you look to us again in the future!

To: Prince Edward
Royal Minister Of Defense, Endenia
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject Payment

The Portland Iron Works is pleased that you have agreed to the terms of the payment that we have proposed. We have received your initial payment of $360 million US and will provide the ships to you post haste.

We appreciate your sending us an additional $5 million tip and have moved your order into one of our higher priority fulfillment categories to complete construction more quickly. As some of our larger orders have been completed, we anticipate being able to complete construction in three NS years [3 RL days].

We thank you for choosing the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs! We realize that you have a choice and we are pleased that you have chosen us to fulfill your requirements.

I would like 100 of the "Multi-Role Naval Fleet" packeges for 8.5 trillion usd but if my nation does not have enough money I only want 10 for 850 billion usd and can you send the gsp calculator adress to my nation and the money will be wired upon confirmation.

To: Aztec Lands
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Order for Task Force

The Portland Iron Works thanks you for contacting us regarding a purchase. Unfortunately, your presumed naval budget according to ThirdGeek (http://www.thirdgeek.com/nseconomy.php?nation=aztec_lands) is approximately half the amount needed for a Task Force. Since we are currently backlogged, we can accept a payment plan whereby you pay for the ships upon completion of sea trials.

You are correct in your assumtion that naval packages and ships do not include aircraft. If you are interested in purchasing aircraft, Hybalt Aeronautics and Zoogie Aerospace are two of our most frequent suppliers. Either of them would be great places to fill your air power needs.

We thank you for contacting the Portland Iron Works and hope you look to us again for your naval needs!
Odd, my calculators read more than enough. However, you are backlogged, and we will accept the payment plan. What is the prinicpal and what is the interest?

i would like to purchase two forester class carriers, funds shall be wired upon confirmation of order.

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Royal Minister Of Defense Prince Edward
Subject: Payment


We are pleased that you have moved our order up, we are eagerly anticipating the arrival of the core of our coastal defense fleet. The second payment of $360 Million has been wired to your account. Combined with the ships ordered from various other suppliers, we will have a strong modern navy capable of combating any naval threats.

Again, Thank You.

Regards,
The Royal Minister Of Defense
Prince Edward

Odd, my calculators read more than enough. However, you are backlogged, and we will accept the payment plan. What is the prinicpal and what is the interest?

[OOC: If you have a calculator that shows you have more than enough, feel free to post the info.]

To: Aztec Lands
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Task Force payment

The full payment will be required over the amount of time needed to complete construction and sea trials for the Task Force. It will take eight NS years [8 RL days to deliver the Task Force.] There is no interest involved. You may pay $3.25 billion per year for eight years for full payment.

i would like to purchase two forester class carriers, funds shall be wired upon confirmation of order.

To: The Sovreignty of Pie
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Order of two Forrest-class fleet carriers

The Portland Iron Works thanks you for contacting us for your naval needs. However, according to this calculator (http://www.thirdgeek.com/nseconomy.php?nation=the_sovereignty_of_pie), your total defense budget is less than the amount of one Forrest-class fleet carrier. Since you are working to get your navy started, we are offering you an opportunity to purchase the two carriers over six NS years [6 RL days]. Payment of $700 million per year for six years will allow you to complete the purchase interest free.

We hope you look to the Portland Iron Works again for your naval needs.

One Multi-Role Naval Fleet for a total of $85 Billion, please.

One Multi-Role Naval Fleet for a total of $85 Billion, please.

To: Great Sixth Reich
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of Order

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm your order of one Multi-Role Naval Fleet. As you said, the amount for this order is $85 billion. Due to a backlog of orders, it will take approximately 10 NS years [10 RL days] for your order to complete construction and undergo sea trials.

We thank you for choosing the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs. We realize you have a choice and we hope to work with you again in the future!

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*Nanticoke-class heavy carrier added*

The Great Armed Republic of Nutropinia was wondering if Portland Iron Works would design a Special Ops boat for our spec-ops team. It needs to be shallow enough to work in rivers so preferably water-jet powered. And needs state of the art equipment in ever respect including armament. It also needs the ability to launch an inflatable raft while moving. Get back to me, your service on the last design was so great we had no other thought than to return to your company.

To: Nutropinia
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Special operations vessel

We at the Portland Iron Works are very interested in accepting your project to construct a special operations vessel and we will begin the design stages. We will notify you when we have a draft of the design and ask you to provide feedback.

We thank you for the high confidence you place in the Portland Iron Works and we hope to exceed your expectations for this and any other project!

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Royal Minister Of Defence Prince Edward
Subject: Payment


The third payment of 360 Million has been wired, We eagerly await the arrival of our task force.

Regards,
The Royal Minister Of Defense
Prince Edward.

[OOC: FYI, I usually just assume that the money has been wired if you mention something in your initial order post and I confirm the order unless you RP otherwise.

But thank you for mentioning it anyway. :)]

OOC: I had absolutely no idea what you just said but i will nod my head and agree

OOC: I had absolutely no idea what you just said but i will nod my head and agree[OOC: If someone puts an order in the storefront saying they'd like a certain number of ships and types something like "money wired on confirmation," and I confirm the order, I assume that the money's been wired. That's all that meant.

I think I should actually FINISH my first cup of coffee in the morning before I try to explain things like that!]

OOC: Yes...i think you should finish your cup of coffee before typing lol.

[OOC: This is secret IC because it's still in the planning stages. Feedback welcomed. These are the initial stats I've come up with.]

To: Nutropinia
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Special operations boat (Ossipee-class)

Here are the initial stats for the Ossipee-class special operations vessel. Feedback encouraged as always!

SPECIFICATIONS:
Dimensions: Length: 52 ft; Beam: 18.2 ft; Draft: 3.3 ft
Displacement: 37 tons
Complement: Five
Propulsion: Two waterjets; two 2,300 hp gas turbine engines. 44 knots top speed.
Armament: 1 Yellow Jacket SAM launcher (eight missiles); 2 0.5 in machine guns; 2 grenade launchers

The boat is built of a titanium composite which allows it to withstand some bullet fire. It is built primarily for stealth purposes to minimize its radar and infrared signatures. The boat comes with two rigid inflatable boats which is equipped with one 0.5 in machine gun and one grenade launcher. It also comes with two combat rubber raiding craft.

The forward 0.5 in machine gun can be readily swapped with a mini gun for missions that require it in a matter of minutes. The aft gun can be switched before the start of any mission in less than an hour.

Rigid Inflatable Boats
SPECIFICATIONS:
Weight: 15,200 lbs
Dimensions: Length: 33.5 ft; beam: 11.5 ft; draft: 4 ft
Propulsion: two water jets; two 450 hp gas turbine engines; 40 knots
Armament: 13 mm machine gun standard or Mk 19-equivalent grenade launchers
Complement: 4 crew and 8 passengers

These boats are designed with a Kevlar-reinforced vinylester hull and includes inflatable nylon-reinforced sponsons.

Combat Rubber Raiding Craft
SPECIFICATIONS:
Weight: 275 lbs without motor or fuel
Dimensions: Length: 15 ft; Beam 6 ft; Draft 2 ft
Propulsion: One outboard engine, 40-60 hp; 21 knots. Range depends on fuel carried.
Armament: Varies depending upon crew mission.
Complement: Maximum of eight

The craft has inflatable reinforced rubber sponsons and a rubber/canvas floor. It is ideal for clandestine operations with a low visual electronic signature.

[OOC: The rigid inflatable boats and the combat rubber raiding craft are in service in the U.S. military. If you'd like, I can send specs on those too.

These boats are based on two different classes of ships currently in the U.S. Navy, the Mk 5 Pegasus-class and the Patrol Boat Riverine. Since those have very different designs, this is somewhat of a hybrid of those two.]

Secret IC: Those specs sound perfect. We have just TG'd you with more info.

Secret IC: Sorry this might mess you up, but would gas turbine engines provide any benefit over diesel engines?

[Secret IC: I'll look into that. I believe that diesel's actually a bit more efficient, but I'll have to double check that.]

EDIT: I'm going to change it to the gas turbine engines because they're much quieter than diesels are.

Secret IC: One last thing we would like it so it would be possible to switch out the guns on the gun mounts. For example switch out one of the .5 in with a minigun when needed. Oh and what time of SAM would be on the boat.

Secret IC: One last thing we would like it so it would be possible to switch out the guns on the gun mounts. For example switch out one of the .5 in with a minigun when needed. Oh and what time of SAM would be on the boat.

[Secret IC: We would be very willing to switch the 0.5 inch gun with a minigun and we would use our recently-developed Yellow Jacket portable SAM launchers (information below):

Yellow Jacket mini-SAM
Function: portable surface to air missile launcher, primarily used on special operations boats.
Dimensions: length: 1.4 meters; weight: 30 pounds; diameter; 19 cm;
Speed: supersonic in flight
Range: 0.9 to 5.5 km; Ceiling: 9,500 feet.
Sensors: Passive infrared sensors
Cost: $275,000 per unit.]

The Naval High Command of Tanuio has approved the order of the following vessels:
2 Naval Task Forces:52 Billion
1 Multi-Role Fleet:85 Billion

Total=137 Billion

Money wired

Secret IC: Sorry if I Didn't make it clear, i don't want it switched, i want the ability to make a quick switch of the guns whenever i need too.

Secret IC: Sorry if I Didn't make it clear, i don't want it switched, i want the ability to make a quick switch of the guns whenever i need too.[Secret IC: Oh, ok. I'll include the option to switch them quickly.

Thanks. And I replaced the diesel with gas turbines for quieter operations.]

The Naval High Command of Tanuio has approved the order of the following vessels:
2 Naval Task Forces:52 Billion
1 Multi-Role Fleet:85 Billion

Total=137 Billion

Money wired

To: Naval High Command
Tanuio
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of order

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm your order for two Naval Task Forces and one Multi-Role Naval Fleet. The total cost for this order is $137 billion. Due to a slight backlog, we estimate completion of this order in nine NS years [9 RL days]. Rest assured that we will work to get your order to you as quickly and efficiently as possible.

We thank you for choosing the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs. We hope you look to us again in the future!

Secret IC: The design seems to be coming along nicely. I can't wait to see the final design.

*Ossipee-class special operations boat and craft added to Minor Surface Combatants*

The Great Armed Republic of Nutropinia is very pleasedv with the Ossipee. We would like to purchase 100 of them but what is the price?

[OOC: Oops. :eek:

$50 million without the RIBs or the CRRCs. $53 million with.]

Well we would like to buy 100 of them at 53 Million USD a piece with the launch craft for a total of 530 Million USD. One other question how can the Rigid Inflatable fit on the Ossipee if it has a 30 foot length and the ossipee has a 52 foot length. Plus is it just me but why is the draft of the inflatable more than that of the ossipee? Sorry again.

[OOC: My apologies... I should have thought some things through a bit more.

I have modified specs for the RIB and the Ossipee to account for a need to carry the craft. Since all boats are inflatable, they would be stored aboard the Ossipee in a deflated state until they are ready for deployment.

As for the displacement, the RIB weighs about 7.5 tons (considering that one ton = 2,000 pounds), so the Ossipee is still heavier.]

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The Great Armed Republic of Nutropinia is inquiring to see if its order is confirmed.

[OOC: I wanted to see if you read my response to your latest post.]

To: Nutropinia
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of Order

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm your order for 100 Ossipee-class special operations boats with the inflatable assault craft. At $53 million each, the total comes to $530 million. Since you have played a vital role in the development of the vessel, we are giving you a 50% discount, so your total if $265 million.

We are pleased to inform you that future orders will be subject to a five percent discount for repeat customers. We thank you for choosing the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs and we hope to see you again!

OOC: Ahhh ok, yea i did. Oh just to give you a heads up, a little while ago i bought one of your Diplomacy-Class Executive Yachts and I am going to start a RP around it. It would be great if one of your leaders plus one of the people who designed it could come on board. I will post the RP tommorow night cause i gotta go to bed now.

[OOC: If you have a calculator that shows you have more than enough, feel free to post the info.]

To: Aztec Lands
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Task Force payment

The full payment will be required over the amount of time needed to complete construction and sea trials for the Task Force. It will take eight NS years [8 RL days to deliver the Task Force.] There is no interest involved. You may pay $3.25 billion per year for eight years for full payment.
Accepted. I'm in no rush to aquire this fleet. Payment begins now.

Based on the performance of this Task Force, we may aquire another.

OOC: Ahhh ok, yea i did. Oh just to give you a heads up, a little while ago i bought one of your Diplomacy-Class Executive Yachts and I am going to start a RP around it. It would be great if one of your leaders plus one of the people who designed it could come on board. I will post the RP tommorow night cause i gotta go to bed now.

[OOC: I can send one of our government officials and I'll have Commodore Jamie Wilson (the former managing director of the Wilmington Shipyard Corporation which designed the Diplomacy) aboard.

And, I'd better get to bed as well. It's pretty late where we are.]

The Republic of Mac Cumhail, having firmly established her coastal patrol forces, is in the process of seeking to expand her major military power. We would like to arrange for a purchase of quite a few vessels from your force, in the form of a multi-year contract.

The contract and purchase we wish to make is detailed as follows:
(note, all prices are in Seaxes, the national currency of the Republic, which is the rough equivalent of 2.6 dollars)

Purchase 1:
Your Navy starter pack, divided evenly into six years (our economy cannot, at the moment, bear the burden of purchasing the entire fleet in one lot).

We wish to take the supporting vessels first, followed by the heavier combatants.

Purchase 2:
3 Pasteur Medical Vessels, accompanied by 2 Gabin Cargo Vessels.
We believe this will equate to a price of 11.31 billion Seaxes for purchase 2, and six payments of 16.034 billion Seaxes for the naval starter pack.

Our credit information can be observed here:
http://www.thirdgeek.com/nseconomy.php?nation=mac%20cumhail

If there are any questions, please do contact our representatives.

Sincerely
Donchad O'Conner
National Defence Minister

To: Donchad O'Conner
National Defense Minister
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of Order

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm your two-pronged order of support ships and the Navy Starter Pak. We agree to your proposed payment plan for the construction and delivery of the supporting vessels prior to the delivery of the naval package. As such, we will accept payment on the three Pasteur-class hospital ships and the two Gabin-class cargo vessels first. That total comes to $4.35 billion U.S.

In the next NS year [tomorrow RL], we will begin to accept payments for the Starter Pak of $6.167 billion each year until full payment has been made. We appreciate your efforts toward contacting us with regard to making payment arrangements prior to making purchase.

We thank you for choosing the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs and hope you look to us again when you wish to augment your forces!

To Commodore Tucker:

We acknowledge the confirmation of the order, and look forward to delivery of our new forces. Funds will be wired on the first of June every year, effective immediately.

Sincerely
Donchad O'Conner

*~bumb~*

The Armed Republic of Zigara, being rather ill-armed at the moment, woulld like to place an order for one Naval Starter Pak, and one Coastal Patrol Squadron.

The Country of Ronamia wishes for two orders of the "Multi-Role Naval Fleet" Package. Which come to 170 billion, which will be wired upon confirmation.

The Armed Republic of Zigara, being rather ill-armed at the moment, woulld like to place an order for one Naval Starter Pak, and one Coastal Patrol Squadron.

To: Armed Republic of Zigara
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Order

The Portland Iron Works thanks you for contacting us regarding purchase of a Navy Starter Pak and a Coastal Patrol Squadron. Unfortunately, according to this calculator (http://www.thirdgeek.com/nseconomy.php?nation=Zigara), your total defense budget is less than the amount required for the Coastal Patrol Squadron. Since you are just starting out, we are willing to accomodate your effort to begin building a navy. We offer you a payment plan of $1 billion a year for the Coastal Patrol Squadron. If you can propose a method of payment for the Naval Starter Pak, I would be receptive to it.

If there is any way I can be of further assistance, please contact me.

The Country of Ronamia wishes for two orders of the "Multi-Role Naval Fleet" Package. Which come to 170 billion, which will be wired upon confirmation.

[OOC: I noticed your user name is Ronamiana but you typed Ronamia. I tried looking up Ronamia's economic information on ThirdGeek (http://www.thirdgeek.com/nseconomy.php?nation=Ronamia) but didn't find any information there so I'm using Romaniana's results.]

To: Ronamiana
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Order

The Portland Iron Works thanks you for contacting us regarding purchase of two Multi-Role Naval Fleets. Unfortunately, according to this calculator (http://www.thirdgeek.com/nseconomy.php?nation=Ronamiana), the cost of two of that package would exceed your presumed naval budget. However, we would be amenable to confirming an order for one now and then possibly one in the next fiscal year [OOC: I use one RL day = 1 NS year for construction/budget purposes, so that would mean I'd consider it one order today and one order tomorrow.]

If you accept the terms of this arrangement, please let me know. We thank you for your interest in the Portland Iron Works and we hope you look to us again in the future for your naval needs!

*bump*

*McVie-class quick strike (light) carrier added*

*bump*

Department of Defense
Stevin Autin
Secretary of Defense
New Orleans, Louisiana, CL

We have been given permission and the funds to make the following purchases. We would like to do business through your nation because we currently have some your your nations battleships in our naval fleets and they seem to be the best ones they have. We would be honored if we could buy the following additional items:

20 Truxtun-class battlecruiser (BC)
20 Praeton-class heavy missile cruiser (CGH)
20 Alliance-class super cruiser (CB)
20 Randolph-class heavy cruiser (CA)
25 Ithaca-class light cruiser (CL)
20 Evermore-class destroyer (DD)
20 Seminole-class multi-role corvette
25 Tiger-class railgun-armed gunboat
15 Einstein-class scientific research vessel

Total$198,875,000,000

This amount can be wired to where your nations industry wishes it to be. We do not wish to have any discounts if they are brought up. We will be more than happy to pay the full price.

OCC: I am pretty sure the math is right. You might want to recheck it though.

[OOC: I don't remember selling you any ships, though I appreciate the compliment about their quality.]

To: Steve Autin
Secretary of Defense, Communist Louisiana
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Order

The Portland Iron Works have received your request for 195 ships. Our government has serious concerns about your nation's ties with countries that are hostile to Sarzonia and Sarzonian allies. In addition, our government has concerns with regard to your government's record on human rights and the treatment of your citizens.

As a result, we must regrettably deny your request at this time. If your government enacts reforms to its foreign and domestic policies, we may reconsider in the future should you choose to order from us again.

*bump*

*links to photos of many classes added*

To: Armed Republic of Zigara
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Order

The Portland Iron Works thanks you for contacting us regarding purchase of a Navy Starter Pak and a Coastal Patrol Squadron. Unfortunately, according to this calculator (http://www.thirdgeek.com/nseconomy.php?nation=Zigara), your total defense budget is less than the amount required for the Coastal Patrol Squadron. Since you are just starting out, we are willing to accomodate your effort to begin building a navy. We offer you a payment plan of $1 billion a year for the Coastal Patrol Squadron. If you can propose a method of payment for the Naval Starter Pak, I would be receptive to it.

If there is any way I can be of further assistance, please contact me.

OOC: Thanks. I was using a different page, plus now that I look at the numbers I got from that page, I think I dropped a comma. This is why I would absolutley suck as a RL national leader. :-P

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Fleet Admiral Christopher Blair
Director, Naval Operations, Armed Republic of Zigara
Subject: RE: Order

Thank you for the offer on the Coastal Patrol Squadron. After consulting with our accounting department about the deplorable math error in our budget as of last month, as well as the sacking of those responsible, we have decided to accept your generous offer.

To: Fleet Admiral Christopher Blair
Director, Naval Operations, Armed Republic of Zigara
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of order

We thank you for accepting our payment plan for the Coastal Patrol Squadron. The squadron will be complete following sea trials in four NS years [4 RL days] due to a slight backlog in orders. Rest assured that we work as quickly and as efficiently as possible to ensure the shortest delivery time with the same attention to detail you expect from the Portland Iron Works.

[OOC: No problem. Budgetary calculators can be tricky sometimes if you're new to NS.]

To:Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Steve Autin
Secretary of Defense, Communist Louisiana


Since when have my nations human rights come in question? My nations civil rights level is Very High. We have just recognized Voodism as a religion and have done many great things in the Civil Rights sector. We do wonder why you say this?

I do not know if any of my nations allies have been hostile towards Sarizona(sp?). If so, it is new news to me.

It seems that you are rejecting our order on account of my nations government. We do see this as a case of discrimination. We will unfortunalty add your nation to a list of nations in which we prefer communist/socialist nations not to buy from. We will take our business and money to another naval works.

[OOC: I'm in NATO, for one thing. For another thing, I don't want any of my ships falling into the hands of a country I have a hard IGNORE on.]

To: Steve Autin
Secretary of Defense, Communist Louisiana
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Denial of order

Our primary reason for the rejection of your order is your nation's ties to countries hostile to NATO, of which we are a member. I am sure you are aware that a country that knowingly supplies potential enemies with weapons is not a very smart country. Also of concern is the way your country obtained our products, as our records do not indicate you have previously purchased from us.

The concerns with regard to civil rights were and are of secondary concern to us, though we assure you that our government does not discriminate against Communism itself, but in the practical application of that government when it is and has been used to stifle the civil liberties of citizens. Finally, our government is most displeased at your attempts to illegally close the Gulf of Mexico to shipping. As a member of the Organisation of Maritime Powers, that decision does not sit well with us.

We regret that you have chosen to "black list" us for this decision, but that is your choice. We respect your decision to do so.

To:Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Steve Autin
Secretary of Defense, Communist Louisiana

This comes still very strange to my nation. I did not close off the entire Gulf. I closed the entrances that my nation controls. That still left the Panama Canal open, the area between Cuba and the Keys, and a few islands that I do not control in the Carribean. It was not a closing to all marine traffic. It was closing my territorial waters, which I do have a right to govern my own territorial waters correct? Merchant ships and other ships carrying supplies were permitted. I just didnt want many military naval vessels in the Gulf where they didnt belong.

If you can remember correctly, I am one of the main people who talked CM into leaving Africa. He had ships filled with sailors and citizens who were bound b/c to CM. I thought it would be safe to do what I do to make sure no enemy nation could tarrget these unarmed ships carrying innocent civilians. Was I wrong in the wording of the closing, yes. Was I wrong for doing what I did? No, I dont think so.

I would like for you to show me where my government has put down citizens rights. If you can find one I will pay your nation 1 trillion dollars. i did put down the Beaumont deminstrators b/c they were using terroristic tactics and killing innocent civilians. Like I said, if you can prove that I put down citizens rights, I will pay you 1 trillion dollars. Deal?

Do I like NATO? I dont know, I dont really pay attention to them. Did I stand against them? Yes, at one point I did. I defended CM b/c he did follow his part of a bargin by pulling out of Africa. In return he was to be pretty much left alone and he was also not to build WMD, He followed all these rules. Some of NATO's members (DPUO being one of them) tried to force more laws that were completely destroying the soverignty of his nation. Now lets get something straight, I am not allied with CM or present day DA. I have signed a Non-Aggression Pact with him and thats it. The only reason I signed that was b/c he is my geographical neighbor and I wanted him to have access to the Mississippi River to bring in supplies to his nation. I told him he could but, he was to have no military vessels in the River. He agreed to this and we signed the Non-Aggression Pact.

I have bought some ships in the past outfitted with the Trimaran-Hull's. I thought I saw some of your Battleships with them, so I thought I bought them from you a long time ago. If I bought them from another nation who sells Trimaran-Hull's then thats the place I bought them. To be exact, I have the following units with those hull's:
10 Leviathon Class Trimaran Battleship's
25 Mackensen Class Trimaran-Hull Battleship's

Like I said, I thought I saw you have the Trimaran-Hull's so I automatically thought I possibly bought them from you.

I think I have shown light on my record and what not. If you have any other questions about my actions and what not please do not hesitate to ask me. I have plenty of time and not much to do.

Now, if possible, I would like to obtain these ships. I was planning to give them to small nations who depend on me for economic and military support. I am trying to make many of my young allies more self reliant. I was planning to keep some of them though since the world seems to be getting worse and worse.

To:Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Steve Autin
Secretary of Defense, Communist Louisiana

We await your reply.

[OOC: I'm working on the reply.]

OCC: Good, b/c I am ready to defend my actions again.

[OOC: To the best of my knowledge, the Leviathan/Leviathon and Mackensen classes were both Doujin designs.

It is also the responsibility of the purchaser to provide just cause in order to buy weapons, ships, etc., while the seller has the right to deny the sale of goods or services to any potential customer, preferably but not necessarily granting said customer just cause for denying the request. Should the customer threaten the seller, likely said seller will contact other merchants and who might likewise impose sanctions on the customer.

Thus, if Sarzonia refuses the potential contract for reasons that do not appear to have a remedy (too small, defence budget too small, rights or freedoms questionable, ignoring the customer), that ought to be the final word.]

[OOC: To the best of my knowledge, the Leviathan/Leviathon and Mackensen classes were both Doujin designs.

OOC: While I can't say for sure about the Leviathan/Leviathon Class, the Mackensen Class isn't a Doujin, or native NSer, design therefore just like RL equipment it can be built by anyone who has interest in it.

OOC: While I can't say for sure about the Leviathan/Leviathon Class, the Mackensen Class isn't a Doujin, or native NSer, design therefore just like RL equipment it can be built by anyone who has interest in it.

[OOC: My bad, then.]

To:Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Minister Terry Knox
Minister For Defence, The Republic Of Endenia


The Republic is currently reorganising our navy and requires several new vessels, because of your high quality goods, we are purchasing from your Shipyards knowing the goods are of high-quality.

Our order is as follow:

Submarine Attack Pak (5 ships)
1 Julianus-class SSGN
4 Skipjack-class SSN
Cost: $9.5 billion


5X Smith-class fuel and munitions transport vessel (AOE) -500 Million

Total Cost: 14.5Billion

We would like to work out a payment plan with your company if possible. If so, the money will be wired upon confirmation.

Thank You.

To: Terry Knox
Minister For Defence, The Republic Of Endenia
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of order

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm your order for one Submarine Attack Pak and five Smith-class fuel and munitions transport vessels. We would like to note that the total cost of your order comes to $11 billion, as each Smith-class vessel costs $300 million. Five of them would cost $1.5 billion on top of the $9.5 billion the Submarine Attack Pak costs.

Since we are under a slight backlog, we estimate that it would take approximately five NS years [5 RL days] to complete your order and the required sea trials. We can accept a payment of $2.2 billion per year over the course of that five years, and shall deliver the ships promptly upon completion of sea trials.

We thank you for your vote of confidence in the Portland Iron Works and we hope you look to us when it becomes time to augment your naval forces!

To:Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Minister Terry Knox
Minister For Defence, The Republic Of Endenia
Subject: Confirmation Of Order

Thank You very much for your prompt reply, we completely agree with your payment plan and the Senate has voted in favour of the payment plan. An additional 6 Million Tip has been wired to your account as a show of gratitude for your generous payment plans.

Need not worry, your company is now the premier ship-manufacturing company providing almost 85% of our navy, we will not look further than your company for our naval needs.

Thank You again.

[OOC note: I ignore Communist Mississippi/Decisive Action, so that's why I refer to it as the former nation of Communist Mississippi.]

To: Steve Autin
Secretary of Defense, Communist Louisiana
From: John Newman
Vice President for Defense, Incorporated States of Sarzonia
Subject: Denial of order

I have received copies of your correspondence with the Portland Iron Works regarding their refusal of your order and their correspondence with you. Dismissing the concerns the Portland Iron Works raised regarding your treatment of your citizens for the moment, the overriding concern of the Foreign Arms Suppliers Commission was the national security concerns we believe selling the ships to you would raise.

As a member of NATO, we note your previous hostilities toward our allies DontPissUsOff and your subsequent attempts to close the Gulf of Mexico illegitimately with the utmost disapproval. We may not and do not necessarily agree with all actions undertaken by NATO; however, our obligations to NATO do not allow us to turn our backs on our committments to that alliance. In addition, our intelligence reports have pointed to the reason for your closing the Gulf of Mexico being your desire to protect the former nation of Communist Mississippi. We can not abide by any nation that chooses to protect a country that showed itself to be a danger to the free world.

Finally, I note that you have mentioned the acquisition of several ships from countries who have purchased them from other manufacturers and your intent to provide some of the ships you are acquiring from the Portland Iron Works to other countries. This is in violation of Sarzonian provisions against the sale of equipment to countries that we have not had the opportunity to gather information upon. We can not take the risk that some of our ships would fall into the wrong hands and we believe that a sale to Communist Louisiana would result in such an event occurring.

I would like 100 of the "Multi-Role Naval Fleet" packeges for 8.5 trillion usd but if my nation does not have enough money I only want 10 for 850 billion usd and can you send the gsp calculator adress to my nation and the money will be wired upon confirmation.

[OOC: Sorry I'm so late getting back in touch with you. I *just* saw this post today when I was looking back for some other information!]

To: Papapotato
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Order

The Portland Iron Works thanks you for contacting us regarding the Multi-Role Naval Fleet. Unfortunately, according to the ThirdGeek (http://nseconomy.thirdgeek.com/nseconomy.php?nation=Papapotato) budgetary calculator, your total defense budget totals roughly $9.4 trillion dollars. Your presumed naval budget of $3.13 trillion would not cover that amount. However, we will accept your order of 10 Multi-Role Naval Fleets for $85 billion, as that falls well under your projected naval budget.

Due to the high volume of this order, it will take approximately 12 NS years [12 RL days] to complete this order for 1,020 ships. Rest assured we will work as quickly and as efficiently as possible to ensure these ships are issued to you with the high quality construction our customers have come to expect from the Portland Iron Works.

We thank you for contacting us for your naval needs and hope you look to us again in the future!

*bump*

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Minister of the Navy, Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Subject: Order

On Behalf of our Great Dictator Paul 'The Mad' Silver we would like to commission another ship from your great shipyard. The dictator would like have built a one of a kind executive class submarine with the ability for self defense (some Missile Tubes, and Torpedo Tubes able to fire the Silver-Class Torpedo). We would like it outfitted to the greatest comfort with a master bedroom, a living room, five guest rooms, an office, a conference room with video and phone conferencing capabilities, etc. We would like plasma tv's, Apple G5 Computers with Dual Processors and Cinema HD 30" Screens 250 GB Hard Drives and 8 GB Ram and high speed internet and tv reception. Cost is no object. Name Your Price (Within Reason) and we will pay it. We Await Your Reply.

To: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Executive submarine

We thank you for contacting us again with regard to creating a new design for an executive submarine. We are very interested in undertaking the project and we will contact you when we have some initial specifications for the class. We will take your requests into strong consideration when we design the boat. Please allow [18 RL hours] for the R&D and initial design process.

We look forward to the challenge of creating this truly unique design. Thank you for the confidence you continue to show the Portland Iron Works.

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Minister of the Navy, Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Subject: Order

Thank you again for your cooperation. Our work with you has been nothing but fabulous. The Dictator is Very Pleased and cannot wait to see the specs.

Fleet Admiral Blair glanced up from the piles of paperwork on his desk. "You're sure the money transfers went okay? Pretty much none of us around here would be happy if we didn't get basically the core of our Navy around here."

The commander on the other side of his desk nodded. "We're still working out the kinks in our new accounting servers, which explains why we didn't get confirmation. But I've checked with my opposite number at PIW, and our payments have been arriving on schedule."

Blair nodded. "Excellent. Do we have an ETA on the ships?"

Fleet Admiral Blair glanced up from the piles of paperwork on his desk. "You're sure the money transfers went okay? Pretty much none of us around here would be happy if we didn't get basically the core of our Navy around here."

The commander on the other side of his desk nodded. "We're still working out the kinks in our new accounting servers, which explains why we didn't get confirmation. But I've checked with my opposite number at PIW, and our payments have been arriving on schedule."

Blair nodded. "Excellent. Do we have an ETA on the ships?"

[OOC: I gave you an estimated time in the confirmation post. It was [four RL days] at the time I wrote it. :)]

Here are the specs for the Chieftain-class executive submarine:

Length: 75 m
Depth: 325 m
Displacment: 2,200 m
Speed: Surface maximum 18 knots; surface cruise 15 knots; submerged maximum 12 knots
Propulsion: Surface diesels 2 x 2500 hp; 2 shafts; Submerged Main electric motors 2 x 750 hp; vertical thrust 2 x 250 hp hydraulic; horizontal thrust 2 x 250 hp hydraulic
Surface range: 4,000+ nautical miles
Submerged endurance: At 12 knots, 8 hours; At 6 knots, 72 hours; at rest, 25 days maximum
Main oxygen: 30 days full; Reserve oxygen: 15 days. Main Air: 4000 psi in external tanks Air Compressor: 4500 psi, 200 HP Low Pressure Blower: 30 psi, 50 HP.
Crew complement: 12.

The ship comes equipped with two torpedo/missile launchers capable of launching the Silver torpedo. The ship can carry up to 12 Silver torpedoes as its sole armament or eight with an additional supply of anti-ship or anti-sub missiles. It is made of a titanium/steel composite hull able to survive an attack, with eight inches of armour protection at its narrowest point.

The Chieftain comes built for luxury, with a master bedroom, a living room, five guest rooms, an office, and a conference room with video and phone conferencing capabilities. Included is a computer network linkup to satellite Internet servers that include the capability to access your country's computer networks at a click of a mouse. Each sleeping cabin comes standard with a 60 inch plasma tv and a workspace with one Apple G5 Computer with dual processors and cinema HD 30" screens and a 250 GB hard drives, with 8 GB RAM and high speed internet and tv reception.
Price: $3 billion

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Minister of the Navy, Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Subject: Order

Dictator Paul 'The Mad' Silver is extremely pleased with the submarine. So pleased in fact that he is ordering Two. That comes to a Total of 6 Billion USD.
Consider The Money Wired.

To: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of order

The Portland Iron Works is delighted that Dictator Silver is pleased with the submarine and is equally delighted to confirm this order for two Chieftain-class submarines. With a five percent discount for repeat purchases, the total for this order comes to $5.7 billion.

We are very pleased that you have again chosen the Portland Iron Works for your maritime needs and we hope you look to us again in the future.

*Chieftain-class executive submarine added to civilian ships section*

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Minister of the Navy, Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Subject: Order

As a sign of the Dictator's Gratitude for your support in all these designs we are waiving the 5% discount and giving the full 6 Billion USD.

*bump*

*soon to come: Joint designs with the Royal Shipyards of Isselmere-Nieland*

*Quay-class amphibious assault and replenishment vessel added*

*Vanguard-class Trimaran hulled guided missile Heavy Strike Ship (HSGN) added*

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Minister of the Navy, Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Subject: Order

We have another order we would like to place. However, as we have just placed a rather large order with Isselmere we were wondering if we could wire the money to you in one NS year. The order is, we would like to buy 200 Quay Class Ships. We await your reply.

To: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of order

The Portland Iron Works is delighted to confirm your order for 200 Quay-class amphibious assault and replenishment vessels. Due to a moderate backlog in construction, we would anticipate completing your order in 10 NS years [10 RL days]. Since you have a current procurement with the RSIN Corporation, we would be willing to postpone full payment to next NS year [tomorrow]. Your order total is $133 billion including a five percent discount for repeat purchasers.

We thank you for contacting us for your maritime needs and hope you look to us again soon.

*edited previous post to add amount*

Money is Wired.

*bump*

Tylinoa would like to purchase the:

Quick Strike (16 ships)
1 Nelson-class light carrier (CVL)
1 Alliance-class supercruiser (CB)
2 Evermore-class destroyers (DD)
5 Wixted-class frigates (FF)
5 Seminole-class corvettes (FL)
2 Skipjack-class attack nuclear powered submarines (SSN)
Cost: $13 billion

Money will be wired on conformation.

Mark Bringham,
Head Ministry of Defense
The Federation of Tylinoa

To: Mark Bringham,
Head Ministry of Defense, Federation of Tylinoa
From: Commodore Jamie Wilson (ISN-Ret.)
Deputy Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Order

The Portland Iron Works thanks you for your order. Unfortunately, according to the ThirdGeek (http://nseconomy.thirdgeek.com/nseconomy.php?nation=Tylinoa) budgetary calculator, your total defense budget is $20.466 billion. Unless otherwise specified, we assume that each military branch is funded at one third of the total defense budget.

However, since we are facing a moderate backlog, this procurement would take eight NS years [8 RL days] to complete. We would be willing to extend your payments to eight years from today. If this is agreeable to you, please contact me.

Thank you for contacting the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs. We hope to serve you again soon!

Yes we do agree to the 8 year payment plan.

*bump*

The Unified States (Armed Republic) of Binthor would like to purchase the following:
40x Tiger-Class railgun-armed gunboat
4x Freedom-Class Trimaran Pocket Super-Dreadnaught - Export Version
50x Pasteur-Class hospital ship
100x Curie-Class light medical vessel
100x Einstein-Class scientific research vessel
50x McVie-Class light/quick strike carrier

The total should come to eight hundred and ten billion (810,000,000,000) USD. Since the overwhelming amount of our defense budget is directed toward our navy, we will be able to afford this in one year, but we wish to extend this cost over the amount of time construction takes. Thank you.

To: Unified States of Binthor
From: Commodore Jamie Wilson (ISN-Ret.)
Deputy Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Partial confirmation of order

The Portland Iron Works is happy to confirm this order at the terms you have outlined. Since we are currently under a moderate backlog, we estimate that completing construction and sea trials for all vessels will take approximately 10 NS years [10 RL days]. We will accept an interest free payment plan that will allow you to pay the full balance in that 10 year period.

We thank you for once again contacting the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs. We hope to hear from you again when you choose to augment your naval forces!

[OOC: Since IPS and PIW have an arrangement whereby both companies have to approve the sale of the Freedom, I've contacted Praetonia about it. I'll edit in the answer when I hear from him. Thanks!]

From: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Another Custom Job

Once again our Navy needs a custom job completed and we are turning to our good friends at PIW. This time we require a special operations submarine that is relatively small and ultra, ultra stealthy. It should have at least 2 torpedo tubes (That use the SarzTorp Torpedo, We will Require Production Rights) and can fire missiles, the ability to enter most harbors unnoticed, have a crew of around 15 and room for 5 more for commando insertions, the ability for the commandos to exit the sub underwater, and the the ability to stay underwater for a decent amount of time. We await your reply. For this we would be glad to underwrite R&D because we will need production rights.

To: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
From: Commodore Jamie Wilson (ISN-Ret.)
Deputy Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Custom design

The Portland Iron Works is delighted to once again undertake a custom design project for a special operations submarine to fit the specifications you have requested. Since we were in the proposal stages for a special operations submarine, we believe that would facilitate getting our design complete.

We would require a lead time of [18 RL hours] for us to propose a design for this submarine and submit it to your approval.

I will get in touch with you later regarding the sale of production rights for the SarzTorp. I do not anticipate any problems with such a sale, however.

We thank you for looking to us to design the special operations submarine and we relish the challenge you give us!

From: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Another Custom Job

Thank you Mrs. Tucker. We are in no rush. We are just expanding our special operations capabilities.

[Secret IC: This is the R&D for a special ops sub. It's a secret communicade via secure channels between Admiral Killermen and Commodore Wilson.

OOC: This is based somewhat on the Swedish Sea Dagger special operations submarine classes. It's a bit of a hybrid of a couple of purposes and it's about 2 1/2 times larger.]

To: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
From: Commodore Jamie Wilson (ISN-Ret.)
Deputy Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Initial specifications for special ops sub

Here are some initial specs for the Insurgent-class special operations submarine:

SPECIFICATIONS:
Length 52 m; Diameter 11 m; Draught: 6.5 m
Displacement: 225 tonnes
Diving depth: 250 metres
Propulsion: Diesel electric, 10 knots surfaced; 12 knots. submerged
Operational endurance: 11 days
Range (battery powered): 110 nm (battery, 8 knots); Range (snorting): 2 x 750 nm (7/7 knots)
Armament: 2 x 8 SarzTorp ASW torpedo launchers. Also capable of launching missiles of similar diameter. Insurgent-class subs may carry either 16 SarzTorps or a combination of 10 SarzTorps and eight missiles.

The Insurgent-class special operations submarine is designed as an ideal boat for special operations missions. Smaller than most attack submarines, it is able to operate around most harbors unnoticed until it is too late for your enemy to deal with the attack. The sub's complement is 15, with 10 combat swimmers able to depart from an upward-downward exit.

Advanced suspension and isolation systems reduce the acoustic signature of this boat. A coat of radar absorbing material adapted for sea travel also reduces detection capability.

Please provide feedback to us with regard to this design. We look forward to working with you again.

yes i need 200 light beach assault craft

i neeed 20 carriers
30 destroyers
10 battleships
and 40 subs

i neeed 20 carriers
30 destroyers
10 battleships
and 40 subs

To: Greganolia
From: Commodore Jamie Wilson (ISN-Ret.)
Deputy Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Order

The Portland Iron Works has received your order. However, without listing which classes you are requesting, we are unable to provide you with an answer about your order. Please contact us with the class names of the ships you have specified and we will be happy to contact you regarding your order.

[OOC: I ask for a little RP, but at least let me know which classes you're looking for. I have no way of knowing if you want 20 light carriers or 20 supercarriers or five of each class. I can't do anything with this order unless I have that information. Thanks.]

*edited in joint approval of Binthor's order with IPS*

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*Sea-class nuclear-powered guided missile battlecruiser added*

*Insurgent-class special operations submarine added*

OOC: Expect an order from me soon, Sarzonia.

[OOC: Cool. Will do. :)]

We would like to purchase a "Quick Strike" pack to replace the aging Naval Infantry fleet.

We are considering updating the remaining main carrier group and two remaining light carrier groups, so more orders may come.

From: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Another Order


Thank you for designing the beautiful Insurgent Class Spec-Ops Sub for us. We would like to purchase 100 of them plus the production rights to the SarzTorp Torpedo. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

To: Aztec_Lands
From: Commodore Jamie Wilson (ISN-Ret.)
Deputy Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of order

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm your order for one Quick Strike naval package at $13 billion. Since we are facing a slight delay due to a high volume of orders, we estimate that it will take approximately six NS years [6 RL days] to complete this order.

We thank you for contacting us for your naval needs and hope you look to us again in the future when you wish to augment your forces!

To: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
From: Commodore Jamie Wilson (ISN-Ret.)
Deputy Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of order

The Portland Iron Works is delighted to confirm your order for 100 Insurgent-class special operations submarines. We also are pleased to sell you the production rights for the SarzTorp light torpedo for $325 million. The total for this order then will be $95 billion including a five percent discount for multiple orders.

We are currently facing a slight backlog due to a high volume of orders, but rest assured that work will begin immediately and we estimate that it will take approximately six NS years [6 RL days] to deliver this order to you following sea trials.

We thank you for once again choosing the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs and hope you continue to look to us in the future!

To: Aztec_Lands
From: Commodore Jamie Wilson (ISN-Ret.)
Deputy Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of order

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm your order for one Quick Strike naval package at $13 billion. Since we are facing a slight delay due to a high volume of orders, we estimate that it will take approximately six NS years [6 RL days] to complete this order.

We thank you for contacting us for your naval needs and hope you look to us again in the future when you wish to augment your forces!
Thank you. The Naval Infantry (marines) was sending in mountains of complaints with the old ships.

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*Piranha-class fast missile boat added*

*Light Invasion Force added to Naval Packages*

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*Adding link to Avalon Aerospace Corporation (http://forums2.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=365142).*

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Commodore Tucker pulled out her cell phone while she sat at the conference table in Granzi City's airport. She called Deputy Managing Director Commodore Jamie Wilson.

"Jamie, it's Barbie," she said as soon as he answered.

"Yes, Barbie?"

"The terror attack in Granzi City was by a terrorist group called Jaxus Nine. The initial evidence is pointing to the origin being the nation of Jaxusism. our intel people are going to study further to see if they can pinpoint the location of the broadcast."

"That's good news, I guess," Wilson said. "What does that mean for us?"

"We're going to have to be proactive," Tucker said. "Here's what we do: We issue an announcement banning Jaxusism from buying at the Portland Iron Works. We also send a communication to all allied forces to encourage them not to sell to Jaxusism and to suspend delivery of any equipment they've been buying."

"Is that going to work? It could make us a target."

"Jamie, we already are a target. We can't run scared because two of our friends have been kicked in the stomach. We need to hit them where it hurts."

"All right. I'll send it out."

"I already have the message written. Just send it."

"Got it."

Due to the recent terrorist attacks in Praetonia and Granzi, and due to tracing the origin of a broadcast threat from Jaxus Nine in Granzi to Jaxusism, we are banning any purchases from that nation at the Portland Iron Works. In addition, we are using this message to encourage the storefronts in allied and affiliated nations not to sell to Jaxusism or to deliver items already ordered unless their government can conclusively prove that they have no ties with the group.

We can not be a party to the kind of terrorism practiced by Jaxus Nine and we can not allow ourselves to unwittingly arm a dangerous foe. This policy takes effect immediately.

I hope that does the trick Tucker thought as the message made its way from the Portland offices. If it doesn't, we're in for a world of trouble.

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I would like the Multi-Role Naval Fleet.

Money Wired on Confirmeion

[OOC: Hataria, due to OOC concerns about your RPing and IC concerns about your system of government, your order request is denied.]

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*minor modications to Sea-class and Quay-class.*

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Science/Medical Squadron added to Naval Packages

From: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Another Order

Once Again We would like to Place an Order. We would like to purchase 4 of the new Medical/Research Packages for a total of 34 Billion USD.

To: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of order

The Portland Iron Works is delighted to confirm your order for four Science/Medical Squadron at $8.5 billion each. The total comes to $34 billion. We expect to complete construction and sea trials for the ships in four NS years [4 RL days].

We thank you for once again choosing the Portland Iron Works for your maritime needs. We hope you are pleased with the quality of the ships we have constructed and sent to you.

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To: Portland Iron Works
From: Elizabeth Weaton, Minister of Defense, Ranudon
Subject: Ship Purchases

The Royal Ranudon diplomatic service is interested in your Diplomacy class executive yachts. Can we order custom models and if so, how much would each of the following options cost?

Upgrade the 20mm turret to a twin turret - $?
Retractable Twin 15" Turret - $?
Retractable Stinger missile system (AA) - $?
Retractable Anti-missile defense (what do you have to offer?) - $?

Also, can these ships accomodate any helicopters, and what type of anti-ship missiles are they armed with?

Elizabeth Weaton
Minister of Defense
Constitutional Monarchy of Ranudon

To: Elizabeth Weaton
Minister of Defense, Constitutional Monarchy of Ranudon
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Custom Diplomacy-class

The Portland Iron Works thanks you for contacting us regarding us regarding customization of the Diplomacy-class executive yacht. We would be very happy to provide a custom model of the Diplomacy or of any of our civilian vessels. The prices for the upgrades you are inquiring about are as follows:

Upgrade the 20mm turret to a twin turret - $225,000
Retractable Twin 15" Turret - $475,000
Retractable Stinger missile system (AA) - $250,000
Retractable Anti-missile defense - $300,000 for the Yellow Jacket mini-SAM/CIWS system. The missile in service on Sarzonian yachts is the Silver, which would cost $3.5 million each for six. If you prefer, you could employ the Pelican missile for $1.5 million each.

The current design available for sale is not equipped for helicopters, but we have plans in the works to construct a Diplomacy with a helicopter and facilities to accomodate it. Since it is in the beginning construction stages, it would take no more than three NS years [3 RL days] to complete construction, make any and all additional adjustments to your design, and conduct sea trials.

We thank you once again for contacting the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs and look forward to possibly working with you.

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Elizabeth Weaton
Minister of Defense, Constitutional Monarchy of Ranudon
Subject: Custom Diplomacy-class

Thank you for the information. The Ranudon diplomatic service would like to order 3 of the new helicopter-capable prototype Diplomacy class ships with the discussed options.

Upgrade the retractable 20mm turret to a twin turret
Add a Retractable Twin 15" Turret
Add a Retractable Stinger missile system (AA)
Add a Retractable Anti-missile defense (Yellow Jacket mini-SAM/CIWS system) - is this system capable of handling Sparrow, SM-2 or RAM missiles?
Load each of the Anti-ship missile systems with the Silver missiles. (is the anti-ship missile system capable of handling Harpoon missiles?)

The Royal Ranudon Navy currently uses the listed missiles on their ships, if your systems are compatable, it would make servicing and supplying the new ships much simpler. Unless of course, you are willing to sell us the designs for your Silver and Yellow-Jacket missiles?

According to your figures, a standard Diplomacy class ship with these modifications is $1,772,250,000 USD. What is the cost for the new models? Appropriate payments will be made upon confirmation of the order.

Thank you for your assistance. We look forward to seeing these new model ships in service, good luck on the sea trials.

Elizabeth Weaton
Minister of Defense
Constitutional Monarchy of Ranudon

To: Elizabeth Weaton
Minister of Defense, Constitutional Monarchy of Ranudon
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Custom Diplomacy-class

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm your order for three Diplomacy-class executive yachts with the modifications listed. Since construction work has already begun with the modifications in mind, we estimate that it will take the three year time period mentioned to complete them and undergo sea trials.

The anti-missile defense system is not currently designed to handle Sparrow, SM-2 or RAM missiles, but it can be modified thusly. The anti-ship missile system is fully capable of handling a Harpoon missile, as the Silver torpedo is larger than the Harpoon. [OOC: It's based on the Mk.48 torpedo in service in the U.S. Navy. Also, the Silver is a torpedo instead of a missile. I goofed.]

Production rights for the Silver and the Yellow Jacket are available at the cost of $2.4 billion for the Silver and $210 million for the Yellow Jacket.

The cost to modify the weapons systems along with the other modifications you have requested would bring the price to each Diplomacy-class yacht to $2 billion.

We thank you for contacting the Portland Iron Works for your maritime needs and we hope you look to us again in the future!

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Elizabeth Weaton
Minister of Defense, Constitutional Monarchy of Ranudon
Subject: Custom Diplomacy-class

Please build the ships with the modified weapons systems. The navy has agreed to purchase the Yellow Jacket missile production rights in order to test them against our current missiles. Assuming they perform better, the Ranudon navy may convert our current systems over.

The sum of $6.21 Bn UDS has been wired.
Thank you,

Elizabeth Weaton
Minister of Defense
Constitutional Monarchy of Ranudon

To: Elizabeth Weaton
Minister of Defense, Constitutional Monarchy of Ranudon
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of Order

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm your order for three modified Diplomacy-class executive yachts with the weapons modifications and production rights for the Yellow Jacket missile system. As you indicated, the amount for this procurement is $6.21 billion. We will deliver these completed vessels to you in the three NS year [3 RL days] time frame we have specified.

We look forward to hearing of the results of your testing of the Yellow Jacket missile system. Thank you once again for contacting the Portland Iron Works for your maritime needs.

The Casterbridge-class Trimaran hulled supercruiser is the second ship jointly designed by Hybalt Shipyards and the Portland Iron Works. The Casterbridge is a devastating ship that is ideal for coastal bombardment or for dealing with large mono-hulled ships. Carrying a combination of missiles and modern naval gun armaments, the Casterbridge is a ship that can serve as the flagship of a smaller country's naval power.

The Gk-4 nuclear reactors powering the Casterbridge are designed to work in groups, which minimizes the chance of a direct hit knocking out the power supply. Three reactors can still power the ship at full capacity if one fails or is knocked out of service, and two can still supply enough power to weapons and major systems, while keeping the ship at a constant 20-25 knots.

SPECIFICATIONS:
Length 224 m; Beam 68 m; Draught 16 m
Displacement: 125,400 tons full load
Propulsion: 4 Gk-4 nuclear reactors (provided by Hybalt Defense Industries), 4 shafts
Speed: 38 knots
Complement: 1,400 officers and men
Armament: 9 x 11 inch Electro Chemical guns in three triple turrets (A, B and Y positions); 14 x 5 inch guns in twin turrets (three each port and starboard, one aft in X position); 6 x "Yellow Jacket" CIWS mounts; 4 x 32 cell "Scourge" missile mounts; 8 x 48 Mk 48 equivalent VLS mounts; 6 x 8 inch railgun mounts on outriggers
Protection: 600-1,000 mm titanium composite armour; kinetic reducing ceramic plates (provided by Hybalt Defense Industries)
Price: $5 billion

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*Image of the Calypso-class dreadnaught's 20 inch railgun added*

*picture of Commodore Tucker added*

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From: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Another Order

We would like to purchase 2 Multi-Role Fleets for a total of 170 Billion USD, plus a package of planes with enough for all 4 carriers with back-ups, and any production rights to weapons on the fleet we do not already have.

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Captain Frank Wheeler (RRN - Reserves)
Chief Executive Officer, Ranudon Homewaters Shipyard
Subject: Testing New Ship Design

Greetings! Recently the Ranudon Royal Navy purchased a set of ships along with the production rights to the Yellow Jacket mini-sam. After extensive tests, this weapon was approved for retrofitting onto the current RRN ships, as well as added to our own ship designs. Our shipyard has been retained to make these modifications. Examining possible launching systems for this missile gave one of our designers an idea for a new ship. Based on a modified Ticonderoga class cruiser hull, this ship is designed to fill the role of fleet defense. The RRN has shown a great interest in seeing how this new ship will perform.

Unfortunately, while we are currently building new facilities, Ranudon Homewaters Shipyard is as of yet only set up to construct ships up to a frigate in size. Because of this, we would like to discuss contracting with Portland Iron Works to produce the first prototypes of this design.

We look forward to hearing your response.

To: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of order

The Portland Iron Works is delighted to confirm your order for two Multi-Role Naval Fleets for $170 billion. Since there are four Nelson-class light carriers in addition to the four Forrest-class fleet carriers in this package, we have taken the liberty to procure aircraft for those as well. We have secured a package of 70 aircraft from the Avalon Aerospace Corporation (http://forums2.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=365142) for each of the Forrest-class carriers that breaks down as follows:

30 SZ-1 'Vulture' strike fighters
35 SZ-2 'Albatross' air-to-air combat fighters
5 SZ-3 'Skyshark' fighter-bombers

Each package costs $2.85 billion separately, and four such packages would cost $11.4 billion. We have also obtained 15 SZ-1 'Vulture' strike fighters and 20 SZ-2 'Albatross' air-to-air combat fighters for each of the Nelson-class light carriers. Those packages cost $1.375 billion each for a total of $5.5 billion for the four. For backups aircraft, we have obtained an additional 25 SZ-1 'Vulture' fighters, 30 SZ-2 'Albatross' fighters, and 10 SZ-3 'Skyshark' fighter-bombers. The total for that is $2.725 billion.

Except for the 'Scourge' anti-ship missile which is only sold to nations with most trusted status, production rights for the weapons systems not currrently held by your country cost a total of $3.52 billion for the Loon, the Robin, the Sterling, the Pigeon, the Pelican, the Erne, and the Hurricane. Production rights apply to the construction of these weapons delivery systems and weapons for your navy.

Factoring in all sales, the total for this order is $193.145 billion, which will be reduced to $180 billion for ease of accounting and to reflect your status as a frequent customer of the Portland Iron Works.

We thank you for once again choosing the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs and hope to see you again soon!

To: Captain Frank Wheeler (RRN - Reserves)
Chief Executive Officer, Ranudon Homewaters Shipyard
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Testing New Ship Design

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to hear of the results of your testing of the Yellow Jacket mini-SAM and is additionally pleased that it has been retrofitted onto your current ships.

We would also be very wiling to work on a design for a modified Ticonderoga-class cruiser and would like to inquire as to the kind of modifications you seek. We would then be able to send you specifications for a draft design in [one RL day].

We thank you for contacting the Portland Iron Works once again and hope you look to us again in the future for your naval needs!

From: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Another Order

Thank you we will pay the 180 Billion USD for everything however we don't need the production rights for the Hurricane because we have already purchased it from RSIN. However, since you already gave a discount the total will not change. We will also purchase 1,000 Scourge for a total of 3.5 Billion USD. Bringing the total to 183.5 Billion USD. Money Wired.

To: Admiral Benjamin Killermen
Minister of the Navy, Nutropinia
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of Scourge missile purchase

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm your additional order of 1,000 Scourge missiles and hope they serve your nation well. We thank you for purchasing from the Portland Iron Works and hope to hear from you again soon.

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Captain Frank Wheeler (RRN - Reserves)
Chief Executive Officer, Ranudon Homewaters Shipyard
Subject: Testing New Ship Design

We actually already have the design plans for the ship, the problem is we are not yet equiped to build something this size. Our yards and facilities are expanding at a rapid pace, but our current projects have priority on our resources and it will probably be at least 6-10 years before we are ready to build these ships ourselves.

We would be most eager to discuss sharing these plans with you. A few of the systems to be incorporated into it are developed here in Ranudon, but we can send some of our own people over to assist on the project.

/ooc I created the specs in an excel spreadsheet, can I send it to you?

To: Captain Frank Wheeler (RRN - Reserves)
Chief Executive Officer, Ranudon Homewaters Shipyard
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Plans/construction

We would be more than willing to construct the ship to the specifications you provide. Please send us the plans so that we can begin construction.

[OOC: You can send them via Excel. I'll TG you my e-mail address.]

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Captain Frank Wheeler (RRN - Reserves)
Chief Executive Officer, Ranudon Homewaters Shipyard
Subject: Testing New Ship Design

We have dispatched a team of engineers to your facilities. They carry with them the design plans as well as extensive RNN systems knowledge. These engineers will be available to you to assist with any problems that arise during construction.

/ooc spreadsheet emailed

[OOC: I got a rich text file that opened as a MS Word document. There were no ship specs in there.

I can use a Ticonderoga to base a design upon and get that back to you with the weapons systems (which are well-outlined).]

/ooc I don't know how, but I sent you an initial design idea document instead of the final plans. That rtf file is nowhere near correct anymore, sorry about that. (that's what happens when I keep files with the same name, different extensions) :( I'll send the right one tonight

/ooc I don't know how, but I sent you an initial design idea document instead of the final plans. That rtf file is nowhere near correct anymore, sorry about that. (that's what happens when I keep files with the same name, different extensions) :( I'll send the right one tonight[OOC: Okay, that makes sense. I'll be glad to look at it when you send it again.]

[OOC: Okay, that makes sense. I'll be glad to look at it when you send it again.]
/ooc done

/ic The plane touched down on the tarmac gently. Inside, the engineers and systems specialists collected their gear and prepared to disembark.

To: Captain Frank Wheeler (RRN - Reserves)
Chief Executive Officer, Ranudon Homewaters Shipyard
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Shield Bearer-class cruiser

We are in the beginning stages of construction for the Shield Bearer-class cruiser you have requested, based on improvements to the Ticonderoga-class cruiser.

To: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
From: Captain Frank Wheeler (RRN - Reserves)
Chief Executive Officer, Ranudon Homewaters Shipyard
Subject: Shield Bearer-class cruiser

That is mostly correct. The ASW missile fired by the MK 26 mod 2 systems is the RUR-5 ASROC, however we will provide the munitions for all of the weapon systems, so that doesn't matter.

Of course, we will also provide the other various systems designed here, that your shipyards would otherwise not have access to. A cargo ship will be leaving later this week. This includes most of the sensor and control systems, along with the Mk 10B, MK35 SVTT and the Fleet Defense link systems.

To:Captain Frank Wheeler (RRN - Reserves)
Chief Executive Officer, Ranudon Homewaters Shipyard
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Shield Bearer-class cruiser

We appreciate your cooperation with us as we work to construct this ship for your navy. We found the specifications you have provided to be most helpful and they have made for an expedited construction process on the lead vessel.

We hope this project leads to more such cooperation between our shipyards and greater relations between our countries.

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Due to a mandatory inventory period, the Portland Iron Works will be unavailable until [early evening Thursday EDT]. We will resume full operations after that inventory period is done.

[OOC: I'm going to be going to my great aunt's funeral in Pennsylvania, so it's unlikely that I'll be able to RP until Thursday.]

*a back in business ~BUMP~*

(OOC: I'm sorry about your great aunt, man :()

(OOC: I'm sorry about your great aunt, man :()[OOC: Thank you.]

[OOC: Condolences for your great aunt.]

[OOC: Condolences for your great aunt.][OOC: Thank you!]

*joint project with Imperial Praetonian Shipyards coming soon!*

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To-do list:

* Work up operating costs for all ships and post them to all storefront locations
* Calculate and post all manpower requirements
* Work with Imperial Praetonian Shipyards on designs for a new Trimaran light carrier
* Create super package on par with largest naval packages in other storefronts
* Create a Coastal Fleet including the Sea-class as the flagship
* Create a Coastal Fleet including the Casterbridge-class as the flagship

Oh, and

Bring
Up
My
Post

((OOC: Hey, Sarzonia, would you be interested in helping me with a war? [Against Kanabia] I'll give you a link, if you'd like. Thanks!))

((OOC: Hey, Sarzonia, would you be interested in helping me with a war? [Against Kanabia] I'll give you a link, if you'd like. Thanks!))[OOC: Send the link please. :)]

http://forums2.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?p=7356309&posted=1#post7356309

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((OOC: This stuff is modern tech right?))

((OOC: This stuff is modern tech right?))[OOC: Yes it is.]

*Swiftsure-class Trimaran light carrier added to Major Surface Combatants*

To: Portland Ironworks
From: P3X1299 Department of Defense

Our military is interested in using up a lot of our budget in procuring some of your seriously expensive ships. We believe that the can add significantly to the fighting power of our navy. Anyway, here is our order. We would like to purchase 1 Calypso class dreadnaught and 5 Casterbridge class trimaran super cruisers for a total of $200 billion. One of my subordinates will wire the money as soon as our order is confirned. (in other words, it will be wired automatically)

Sincerely,
Robert MacKenzy
P3X1299 Secretary of Defense

To: Robert MacKenzy
Secretary of Defense, P3X1299
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Order status

The Portland Iron Works has received your order. Sales of the Calypso-class superdreadnaught requires approval from both the Hybalt Shipyards and the Portland Iron Works. We will immediately contact Hybalt and will notify you as soon as we hear from them.

We are able to confirm your order of five Casterbridge-class Trimaran supercruisers at $5 billion each for a total of $25 billion. We expect to have the ships delivered within three NS years [3 RL days] after the completion of sea trials.

We thank you for contacting the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs and hope you look to us again in the future!

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*added more of the recent designs to the RL Ship Equivalents section*

Due to the fact that the Incorperation has recently finished a refitting station on our canal, we would like it very much if you could estimate the cost of refitting your naval ships. If you could, please respond. Thank You!
If you would like us to delete this message after you respond, we gladly will.

To: Ramissle Incorporation
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Refit costs

The Portland Iron Works has received your request for information regarding the costs of refitting our ships. We would need more information about the particular task involved with the refit before we could provide the information. Much of the information regarding our classes varies widely depending on the type of ship, its propulsion and its electronic components.

We would be glad to provide you with cost estimates of all of our ships or for a select few. We can provide information regarding costs for a limited refit or major reconfiguration of our ships.

To: Ramissle Incorporation
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Refit costs

The Portland Iron Works has received your request for information regarding the costs of refitting our ships. We would need more information about the particular task involved with the refit before we could provide the information. Much of the information regarding our classes varies widely depending on the type of ship, its propulsion and its electronic components.

We would be glad to provide you with cost estimates of all of our ships or for a select few. We can provide information regarding costs for a limited refit or major reconfiguration of our ships.

We are providing a service to repair and replace hulls, towers, and engines of naval ships. We are trying to get a general idea of how much different types of ships cost to do this.

To: Portland Iron Works
From: Elizabeth Weaton, Minister of Defense, Ranudon
Subject: Ship Purchases

We would like to purchase 2 of your new Swiftsure class Trimaran light carrier's to replace our Kitty Hawk class carriers on active duty. The speed and much lower crew requirements make these much more attractive to our peace-time navy and will allow us more flexibility in operational activities. Also, moving the rest of the Kitty Hawk's to reserve status will give us more depth to call upon when needed.

The sum of $7 Bn will be wired upon confirmation.

Elizabeth Weaton
Minister of Defense
Constitutional Monarchy of Ranudon

/ooc go ahead and sell the Shield Bearer's :)

To: Elizabeth Weaton
Minister of Defense, Ranudon
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of Order

The Portland Iron Works is delighted to confirm your order for two Swiftsure-class Trimaran light carriers. The ships are under construction and we expect them to be delivered following completion of sea trials in two NS years [2 RL days].

We hope these ships serve your nation well and we thank you for contacting us for your naval needs. We hope to work with you once again in the future!

[OOC: I'll be glad to put the Shield Bearer-class up for sale! :)]

*Shield Bearer-class cruiser added to Major Surface Combatants*

*bump*

*bump while it's busy*

The Republic of Kyanges is interested in purchasing 5 Pasteur-class hospital ships. 1.25 billion each.
Total Cost: $6,250,000,000

Defese budget is over $13,000,000,000 so cost is easily payable.

Money will be wired upon order confirmation.

Kyanges I know this isn't my thread but you can't spend all your defense budget on buying stuff. The maximum is around 5 to 10% if I am not mistaken. Remember the troops you have to man everything have to get paid and upkeep of the military and ammo. Therefore you can't purchase it.

[OOC: He's right about the limits. With a $13 billion defense budget, you would have to spread that among the branches of your military (such as army, navy, air force, marines, or space force). After that, you would have to factor in costs for maintenance, repair, ammunition, feeding and clothing your military folks, paying them, etc. There are a LOT of things that go into a military budget.

I tend to use a figure of approximately one third of the total defense budget when I figure out whether a country can afford to pay for their order or not.]

Alright, order edited above.

Funds were also provided by a large "development grant" provided by the Republic of Upper Xen.

OOC: Double post, d4m... I thought I clicked edit for the above post, oh well, sorry. And thanks Nutropinia, I know about the need to man everything,but I've made orders like this in other storefronts. oh well, I guess that I'm gonna need to cut my military down. I purchase mainly production rights though, so I can easily just reduce things, and scale everything back to realistice levels. My military actuall isn't all that large anyway. only 4% is enlisted, so I don't think that I'm that far out there.

Lol, my friend has been doing some of the same thing. I'm gonna need to have a little talk with him...

To: Republic of Kyanges
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of Order

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm your order for five Pasteur-class hospital ships. At $1.25 billion each, the total comes to $6.25 billion. The ships are currently undergoing sea trials and we expect to have them available to your navy in one NS year [1 RL day]. We hope these hospital ships serve your nation well.

Thank you for contacting the Portland Iron Works for your maritime needs. We hope to work with you again in the future!

To: Portland Iron Works
From: Elizabeth Weaton, Minister of Defense, Ranudon
Subject: Ship Purchases

We would like to purchase an additional Swiftsure class Trimaran light carrier as well as a Casterbridge class super cruiser.

The sum of $8.5 Bn will be wired upon confirmation.

Elizabeth Weaton
Minister of Defense
Constitutional Monarchy of Ranudon

/ooc what did the test Shield Bearer cost me and how much to contract additional ones?

To: Elizabeth Weaton
Minister of Defense, Ranudon
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of Order

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to confirm your order for one Swiftsure-class Trimaran light carrier and one Casterbridge-class Trimaran supercruiser. We also confirm the cost of $8.5 billion for the purchase. We hope these ships serve your nation well and we hope you continue to look to the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs.

[OOC: The Shield Bearer will cost $1.7 billion for purchases. Since you provided us with detailed plans and designs, we will charge you $1.2 billion for each of the class.]

To:Portland Iron Works
From: P3X1299

We are wondering if you have received any word concering our purchase of the superdreadnaught that we ordered.

To:Portland Iron Works
From: P3X1299

We are wondering if you have received any word concering our purchase of the superdreadnaught that we ordered.

[OOC: I'll go ahead and confirm it since I saw that Granzi already confirmed another order.]

To: P3X1299
From: Commodore Barbara Tucker (ISN-Ret.)
Managing Director, Portland Iron Works
Subject: Confirmation of order

The Portland Iron Works is pleased to notify you of the confirmation of your order for one Calypso-class superdreadnaught at $175 billion. One ship from the class has completed sea trials and will be delivered to you within four NS months [8 RL hours].

We thank you for contacting the Portland Iron Works for your naval needs and we hope to hear from you again in the future.

2 Freedom class Dreadnaughts, 2 Carriers(pick the type, I have the money), and 10 assorted support vessels.