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OOC: Meh.. I got bored, so decided that my country needed an international dock/port, since, apparently, it lacked one.

Northford Herald

Red Bridge Docks Open


Reported by Jack Web, Industry Correspondant

Soft spring sunlight shone over Northford today, ushering in a new era of commerce, trade, and expansion. With Government support, Industry finance, and technological innovation on par with the rest of the world, the people of Northford finally had an International Port to be proud of.

Located on the coast surrounding the Northford Capital, Richmond, Red Bridge Development marks the first major investment in public infrastructure since the construction of the WIG Train network, 5 years previous. However, unlike the Trains, not only do the Red Bridge Docks cost above 2 Billion Northfordian Pounds, they are also designed to be used primarily by the non-Northfordian Market.


"They have the international market in mind", Remarked Chief Designer, John Bruce, "We've made it so the port can accomadate every size and type of ship, from small, luxury yachts, to very large ocean going liners. The Facilities are designed with non natives in mind, we have refueling facilities for all the major fuel types, and all personell area's are anthroprometrically designed for the broadest ethnic groups."

When one visits these docks for the first time, even the most archetecturally untrained eye will see this is not a mere advertising boast. They span along 8 Miles of Coast, and encroach 3 Miles inland. What was origionally a tourist beach has been completely removed, and replaced Deep water Docking Facilities, Piers, Shed's and Floating Warehouses. That said, however, the enviromentally concerned amoungst our readers need not be concerned, as the beach that was there was relocated onto previously polluted land, that was cleaned up as part of the massive operation.

Here follows a short summery of the Docks:


5000 New Warehouses
60 Piers, stretching 3/4 Mile out to sea, protected by an extensive system of breakwaters.
2 New power Stations, Nuclear.
7 New WIG Train Stations
4 Overland Tramways
2 "Nature Reserves", within the Docking Complex
1 Museam, concerned with the history of Richmond's Beaches
Ferry Service
3 Hotels, Consisting of a Five Star, a Three Star, and a Hostel for travelling workmen
New housing to accomodate 1 000 000 People, in a range of cost levels
Secure Ares: One Sq mile, secured by the newly formed Northford "First Mechanised Division", and hosting the "Provisional Northfordian Navy's" Patrol Boats.
Foundations for the Pythogorian Ethanol Pipeline, yet to be installed.
Utilities and Sewage works
2 Retail Parks
10 Office and Light Industry Plots.


Furthermore, this list of facilities is merely the tip of the iceberg according to one industry insider.

"One thing we arn't boasting about, at least not publicly, are the security features built into the RedBridge Development. Most of them are not installed yet, and will probably not be in the forseeable future, although it bears mentioning that there are provisions in place for defence against Aircraft, Submarines, and of course, normal surface ships. From what I heard ", the insider said, smiling, " most of these thing's won't be installed until there is a threat. God help any poor B*****d who does try to do anything"

Until such a threat does materialise, however, the people working and trading will have to suffer what is already begining to seem like the biggest peace time operation of the Northfordian Armed Forces. The RedBridge Developement has sparked the formation of the Commonwealth's first standing "Army", a Bridgade of Mechanised Infantry, as well as the first standing "Navy"~ a few coastal Patrol Boats, purchased from the internationally respected Portland Iron Works, based in Sarzonia.

Despite this apparent militarisation, it is Trade that the Docks are for. To that end, the Northfordian Government has issued the following message to any company/business wishing to operate or base itself within the development:


To whom it may concern:

The opening of Red Bridge marks the latest development of the people
and government of The Commonwealth of Northford to show that
they have well and truely ended their policy of isolation.

With this, the Government has seen it fit to allow companies and business
from Other Countries to sell their wares out of this port, so long as
they show to the Office of Trade they are willing to follow Northfords laws
and regulations. To Contact the Office of Trade, and to open a business in
Red Bridge, simply [OOC: Tg me or post in thread].

Regards,

David Fenlon,

Office of Trade,

Northford

Hello,
We wish to trade with you. We noticed that your country produces gambling equipment. We are interested in buying offshore casino barges from your ship yards. In return we will send you multiple fuel injection-- these run on almost any high heat fuel biodiesel, gasoline, vegetable oil, rocket fuel, etc. hybrid electric boats, trains, and automobiles.

Regards,

Amara Cruon, Trade Minister

Pythogria applauds your construction of Red Bridge Docks. Our free trade deal has already been set up, so I assume we may use these, correct?

Trade would be acceptable, however, it bears mentioning we produce very few ships ourselves. This development is more of a port/suburb of capital city [OOC: This ain't a storefront, its more saying... "this is built, come why don't you base you're companies in my country and operate out of my port"].

That said, should you still be interested we are more than happy to provide gambling equipment for any ships you provide, outfit them, and allow you to operate them both out of our port, and around the Northford coast.

In return, we are eager to hear about these "Fuel Injectors", are they a type of engine? [OOC: Are they MT?]

OOC: Fuel injectors were available in 1980, I believe. Definately MT.

Pythogria applauds your construction of Red Bridge Docks. Our free trade deal has already been set up, so I assume we may use these, correct?

Of Course, Pythogria is one of our staunchest allies in the world, and are constantly remarked upon as a model of which to base our small country on. Any ship flying the Pythogorian (sp) colours in Red Bridge will be treated with the upmost respect, and will be shown the true meaning of "Northford's Hospitality".

Be it Military or Civilian, Luxury Yacht or Deep Sea Tanker, if it is flying your flag, and is in our waters, it is our friend.

In reference to the free trade aspect, as agreed previously, we will honour it, allowing you to operate with the mininum beaurocratic "Red Tape", and trade with your tax free status, for as long as we are friends.

do [/I] you call someone from Pythogria? Phythogorians? I just realised, I never quite knew...

OOC: yeh, I know what fuel injection technology is.. but he didn't actually say what the fuel injectors were....

"multiple fuel injection" were his words... what I was wondering was.. "multiple fuel injection"..... what? Maybe its just my messed up english grammer lol

Anyway.. back to the thread.....

OOC: Pythogrian for nationality, but for racve it's various. For example, the islanders from Mesiop Island are called Mesion. Yes, all this is considered politically correct in my country.

IC:

Well, thank you. We will encourage our corporations to trade with your truly great nation. ZefTec should be first. Expect their ships by tommorow.

OOC: Thanks... I was wondeing

IC:

What industry are ZefTec involved in? Regardless of that, we await their arrival.

OOC: No problem!

IC:

ZefTec is involved in... pretty much everything within Pythogrian law. They got that big mainly by getting rewards from the government for being moral, and not just "PROFIT PROFIT PROFIT!!!" They allow competition.

That sounds fantastic, Zeftec are more than welcome in Northford. RedBridge awaits them.


OOC: Bump for everyone else.. I don't bite :P

I also wish to have trade relations with your nation and the exprots from our nations with help both of our economies.

The Armed Republic of 255070625 wishes to form trade relations with Northford. We specialize in arms manufacturing, uranium mining, and automotive technology. We will grant you access to our industries in exchange for commercial use of your port.

Just a question. What is illegal to trade in your nation?

I also wish to have trade relations with your nation and the exprots from our nations with help both of our economies.

The Commonwealth of Northford welcomes your custom. What would you be willing to trade?


The Armed Republic of 255070625 wishes to form trade relations with Northford. We specialize in arms manufacturing, uranium mining, and automotive technology. We will grant you access to our industries in exchange for commercial use of your port.

Northford finds that most suitable. Be warned, however, unless a free trade agreement as agreed before hand, we have a 3% add-on tax for foreign business. At present we do not need Arms or Uranium, but your Automotive industries are somewhat lacking in Northford at present.

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As for the issue of what is illegal, simply put, illegal drugs (including weed, coke, crack, heroin, ect) , prostitutes, slaves, and anything else that crosses moral boundaries.

As for the issue of what is illegal, simply put, illegal drugs (including weed, coke, crack, heroin, ect) , prostitutes, slaves, and anything else that crosses moral boundaries.

As that is all already illegal in Pythogria, it seems we don't have to worry.

At present we do not need Arms or Uranium, but your Automotive industries are somewhat lacking in Northford at present.

Excellent, shipment will begin within the next month, as soon as our dealerships open. Also, how is the road quality in Northford? [OOC: What kind of cars do you want?]

The Commonwealth of Northford welcomes your custom. What would you be willing to trade?


Anything we can export mainly Information Technology, Uranium, and Automobiles. we also have a strong arms manufaturing idustry.

The Zombie Alliance would be quite interested in operating a "company," as you call it, out of Redbridge. The Zombie heartland is home to many exotic creatures most of the world has never even heard of. Many of these animals are domesticated, and traded through the newly formed Heartland Ani-Trade.

Heartland Ani-Trade is headed by Exodd Necros, son of Cil Necros, daughter of the sovereign Lord Necromancer. The company trades in zombie dragons, gryphons, bone-runners, flesh-flyers, gargoyles, grimlins, Soronatariacs, and more.

Excellent, shipment will begin within the next month, as soon as our dealerships open. Also, how is the road quality in Northford? [OOC: What kind of cars do you want?]

Well, we're open to basically everything. We have good quality roads, and, furthermore, Northford has an active "Off-Roading" scene.

OOC: If you have a storefront, you're more than welcome to pop something in like.. "we have a showroom in Redbridge Northford"

Anything we can export mainly Information Technology, Uranium, and Automobiles. we also have a strong arms manufaturing idustry.

The information technology aspect sounds interesting. If you wish to open a showroom in Redbridge, Northford, you may..... (i.e, a link within you're storefrotn, should you have one)

The Zombie Alliance would be quite interested in operating a "company," as you call it, out of Redbridge. The Zombie heartland is home to many exotic creatures most of the world has never even heard of. Many of these animals are domesticated, and traded through the newly formed Heartland Ani-Trade.

Heartland Ani-Trade is headed by Exodd Necros, son of Cil Necros, daughter of the sovereign Lord Necromancer. The company trades in zombie dragons, gryphons, bone-runners, flesh-flyers, gargoyles, grimlins, Soronatariacs, and more.

OOC: I'm MT, not fantasy, and have no idea what a Necromancer or a grimlin is in real life.... if ya wanna open a *pet store*, you're more than welcome to

IC: The Commonwealth of Northford warmly applauds your choice to spread zoological knowedge through the world. Should you wish to operate out of redbridge, you are more than welcome to.

OOC: I'm MT, not fantasy, and have no idea what a Necromancer or a grimlin is in real life.... if ya wanna open a *pet store*, you're more than welcome to

Necromancers~~Not for sale!:(Not sure where they came from. I learned of them from fantasy books and video games.) Magic-users who specialize in the use of dead bodies and spirits for casting evil spells or bringing back the dead.

zombie dragons:(Got the idea of a card from a trading card game) Dragons that used to be dead, but have been ressurected by magic.

gryphons:(Ancient Medditerainian myth) Flying monsters with the body, legs, and tail of a lion, but the wings, head, and talons of an eagle (http://images.google.com/images?q=gryphon&ie=ISO-8859-1&hl=en)

bone-runners:(I made them up.) Horses that use to be dead, but have been ressurected by magic. People who ride them are called bone-riders.

flesh-flyers:(I made them up.) Peices of various animals sown together Frankenstine-style to make a large, airborn beast of burden.

gargoyles:(Architecture.) Those ugly monster things you see on the corners of the roofs of old cathedrals. But mine are alive. (http://images.google.com/images?q=gargoyle&ie=ISO-8859-1&hl=en&btnG=Search+Images)

gremlins:(Origin unknown.) Small, goblin-like creatures and skilled engineers. They often get inside electrical devices and mess them up. They were first discribed during World War I by French air force pilots. (http://images.google.com/images?svnum=10&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&sa=X&oi=spell&resnum=1&ct=result&cd=1&q=gremlin&spell=1)

Sorontaracs:(I made them up.) Hugely powerful undead monsters which are sown together from twenty to a hundred micellanius dead bodies(human or animal) Frakenstine-style. They are sometimes used by the Zombie Alliance's military to destroy buildings.

and more:(umm...) What can I say? AND MORE


So, welcome to my international pet store. MWAHAHAHAhaha...ha....ha...*ahem*.

I only have 1 thing to say about that last post:WTF!!????

I only have 1 thing to say about that last post:WTF!!????
Ya, I get that a lot.

Ya, I get that a lot.

I'm going to need to say "not without reason".

But anyway, Northford, ZefTec is interested in formally setting up an HQ and stores within your nation. Does this sound alright?

hehe, I like it...

If you want to operate outta Redbridge, feel free, so long as they are domesticated. [OOC, Remember, this is MT, though hehe]

And yes, WTF? looool.

Anyway, back to topic, and aBUMP

OOC: Yeh, no prob with that. Its almost 11 pm over here in england, and I can't be bothered to RP it right now.. I'll do the IC bit in the morning (must be about 5 pm in Alberta, right?)

OOC: Yeh, no prob with that. Its almost 11 pm over here in england, and I can't be bothered to RP it right now.. I'll do the IC bit in the morning (must be about 5 pm in Alberta, right?)

OOC: Nope, 3:48 PM right now.

4:50 here.

Exodd, several workers, and the animals(yes, they are domesticated) will be arriving shortly.

LIABILITY NOTICE: Neither the Death Cult of the Zombie Alliance(Z.A.) nor the Hearland Ani-Trade corperation are to be held liabe for any diseases/infections carried by the undead flesh of the product.

Cravan is highly interested in trade with Northford through the use of these docks, and we are actually interested in an alliance of sorts with you. I've looked at your nation, and I see that we share many ideologies with each other. An alliance could be beneficial.

As I said, Cravan is interested in trade through the use of these docks. Our main industries are information technology, book publishing, and arms manufacturing. I've also got a storefront here (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=474831) that I can sell items through to you.

Please inform me if you are interested in an alliance, and I'll TG you with the details. Or we can work it out here. Whichever you'd prefer.

We are truly intrested in trading with your nation

We specialize in Book Publishing, Fishing, and Boat Building.

Here is an example of the type of engine in our cars, trains, and boats. It is modern tech, but we have had time to develop this technology. We have had them for a while in mass production. Some other examples of companies with this technology are Railpower in Conada-- (Canada) which produces hybrid trains.
This is a multiple fuel hybrid electric gas turbine engine.
We are happy to send our boats to build floating casinos. We will produce three of them along your coastline.

http://www.eere.energy.gov/cleancities/hev/hev_gas_turb.html

Regards,

Amara Cruon, Trade Minister

I'm going to need to say "not without reason".

But anyway, Northford, ZefTec is interested in formally setting up an HQ and stores within your nation. Does this sound alright?


OOC: Finally I can be bothered to reply IC lol.

IC:

The Commonwealth of Northford greets the idea warmly. As mentioned, the Redbridge Development has ample space for industry. If you wish to send ZefTec's representatives to Northford to discuss the idea further, please do. [OOC: i.e RP it... ]

Regards,

Northford.

Exodd, several workers, and the animals(yes, they are domesticated) will be arriving shortly.

LIABILITY NOTICE: Neither the Death Cult of the Zombie Alliance(Z.A.) nor the Hearland Ani-Trade corperation are to be held liabe for any diseases/infections carried by the undead flesh of the product.


OOC: Yey

IC:

RedBridge awaits their arival. Will you require a detachment of security staff, or a patrol boat, to aid the transferal of you're *pets* onshore?

OOC: Rping.

IC:

The ZefTec representative, Raine Sage, was on a trip to Northford. Using a high-speed plane, she would get there in six hours.

---Northfordian Airport---

The pilot radioed the control tower. "Requesting approach vector. This is ZefAir1."

Cravan is highly interested in trade with Northford through the use of these docks, and we are actually interested in an alliance of sorts with you. I've looked at your nation, and I see that we share many ideologies with each other. An alliance could be beneficial.

As I said, Cravan is interested in trade through the use of these docks. Our main industries are information technology, book publishing, and arms manufacturing. I've also got a storefront here (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=474831) that I can sell items through to you.

Please inform me if you are interested in an alliance, and I'll TG you with the details. Or we can work it out here. Whichever you'd prefer.

Greetings Craven!

Northford sends its humble appologies for not replying sooner. I have also checked, and it seems we do indeed share many common beliefs. We believe i freedom, equality, and above all else, a sense of pride in oneself and one's abilities. For those reasons, the Government has authorised me to hold preliminary trade talks with you esteemed country. [OOC: leading to an alliance :)]

Our representatives are eager to hear what you have to offer... [via TG plz, I don't want this thread getting too cluttered].

Regards,

Northford Trade Office

We are truly intrested in trading with your nation

We specialize in Book Publishing, Fishing, and Boat Building.

Well, if you want you're welcome to base some of you're fishing fleet in redbridge. The Boat Building will be a little bit more difficult, but we are happy to accomodate.

How about we arrange a trade summit?

OOC: Rping.

IC:

The ZefTec representative, Raine Sage, was on a trip to Northford. Using a high-speed plane, she would get there in six hours.

---Northfordian Airport---

The pilot radioed the control tower. "Requesting approach vector. This is ZefAir1."

OOC: yey RPtime hehe

IC:

"Zeftec 1, This is Richmond airways control center. We have a run way reserved for you on the Redbridge Complex, when you land, proceed to terminal three, over?"

OOC: yey RPtime hehe

IC:

"Zeftec 1, This is Greenwich airways control center. We have a run way reserved for you on the Redbridge Complex, when you land, proceed to terminal three, over?"

"Confirmed, over. Landing now."

The plane landed without incedent, and the ZefTec representative Raine Sage went to Terminal 3 with two bodyguards.

A Once she arrived in the Terminal, she met her welcoming party, the young, charismatic Peter Oak. His father being a Navy Captain on the recently returned Rose, he was testament to the fact that even in diplomatic circles, family ties could get you places.

"Sorry you had to get to you'reself into the terminal, Ms Sage, but things are still a little chaotic here. Despite the port and docks being operational, the new Airport in Redbridge is not fully operational, and we're still carrying out all the control functions from Richmond, the capital. Shall we continue?" he asked, leading her through the terminal towards a waiting car.

"Understandable. Nothing of this size is completed quickly." She got into the car. "Where, exactly, is the summit?"

Oak got out a small map.

"It's just here," he said, pointing "we were going to have it on a cruise ship, but frankly, we didn't think it would be secure enough. If you look, you'll see it. Its the Seymore Conference Center. We've got a nice little room booked. It seats about 12, at maximum capacity. That ok?"

The car sped away, moving quickly though the new roads as it reached the Center, overlooking port.

Oak got out a small map.

"It's just here," he said, pointing "we were going to have it on a cruise ship, but frankly, we didn't think it would be secure enough. If you look, you'll see it. Its the Seymore Conference Center. We've got a nice little room booked. It seats about 12, at maximum capacity. That ok?"

The car sped away, moving quickly though the new roads as it reached the Center, overlooking port.

"Ah, yes, it's alright. I'd like to ask though. What other corporations are there here?"

The People of Pretty Princess Land are pleased to hear that Northford Red Bridge Docks are now open! To honor such a plesant event we will be sending a gift. We are sending a statue of the Goddess of the Water Alta to usher in this wonderful Dock. Queen Tiffany IV wishes you the best with your new endevour and will discuss with our buisness leaders to perhaps start branch companies in your wonderful country. Congradulations on the new dock!


Secretary of State
Helen Shanahan

"Well, we've got little bits of everything in Northford" replied the diplomat, "The Insurance Industry is very big here, as is agriculture, we've got pleanty of ore, so Mining companies are ten-a-penny. Infomation Technology is provided by a couple of companies that basically hold a monopoly, though they are not the most flush of all businesss"

The Diplomat smiled. He could see going on at length would bore the women. "Basically, being previously isolationist, we've got a smattering of everything you need to be self sufficent. We lack things from the international market, and things such as shipping operations, aerospace industry, and things like that. What does Zeftec specialise in?"

"Well, we've got little bits of everything in Northford" replied the diplomat, "The Insurance Industry is very big here, as is agriculture, we've got pleanty of ore, so Mining companies are ten-a-penny. Infomation Technology is provided by a couple of companies that basically hold a monopoly, though they are not the most flush of all businesss"

The Diplomat smiled. He could see going on at length would bore the women. "Basically, being previously isolationist, we've got a smattering of everything you need to be self sufficent. We lack things from the international market, and things such as shipping operations, aerospace industry, and things like that. What does Zeftec specialise in?"

"Well, ZefTec does most things, but our focus is arms, computers, technology, aerospace, and we even have a bit of a space division working on space colonies for Pythogria at this moment. But I think my superior is going to be pleased about the big Insurance Industry. Our revenues have been dropping quite a large bit there."

Um.. I thought I did.. post number 36?

OOC: Ah... damn. I gotta stop skimming and actually read better. Sorry. I'll TG you right away.

TG sent.

OOC: Yey

IC:

RedBridge awaits their arival. Will you require a detachment of security staff, or a patrol boat, to aid the transferal of you're *pets* onshore?
We are honnored by your offer and accept. Our ships will be approashing Northfordish waters at approximatly 1:00PM GMT today.

Skyetech Industries is interested in opening a branch in Northford. Skyetech is one the single largest corporation in The Community of Siap. We have many diverse holdings, including arms manufacturing, aircraft design and manufacture, ore extraction (uranium mostly, but we have recently discovered a new vein of platinum), synthetic petrochemical development (Oil is rare in The Community, and we manufacture chemicals that allow us to work without it).
While the rocky and slightly acidic soil of Siap allows our friends in the agricultural industry to grow some of the best tea and spices in the world (When combined with our distilleries, some of the most exotic spirits in the world), but unfortunately it is more difficult for staple crops to grow. As such, we would like to work out a trade agreement with your nation.

We look forward to doing business.

-Michael Dobenicz
Skyetech Industries

"Well, ZefTec does most things, but our focus is arms, computers, technology, aerospace, and we even have a bit of a space division working on space colonies for Pythogria at this moment. But I think my superior is going to be pleased about the big Insurance Industry. Our revenues have been dropping quite a large bit there."

"That sounds good. The sector is dominated by Northfordian Firms mainly, but there's quite an absence of "large scale" insurance. Many of the largest corporations cannot find people to insure them now, as they are simply too big. I think my superiors will be happy with the aerospace issue. We don't presently have any cargo airlines opperating in the country, other than small individual planes run by wealthy individual. Most of planes operating in Northford are of the small, internal type"

The Car slowed down to a stop.

"Anyway, Ms Sage, if you'd like to follow me? We've arrived"

"That sounds good. The sector is dominated by Northfordian Firms mainly, but there's quite an absence of "large scale" insurance. Many of the largest corporations cannot find people to insure them now, as they are simply too big. I think my superiors will be happy with the aerospace issue. We don't presently have any cargo airlines opperating in the country, other than small individual planes run by wealthy individual. Most of planes operating in Northford are of the small, internal type"

The Car slowed down to a stop.

"Anyway, Ms Sage, if you'd like to follow me? We've arrived"

"Oh, yes."

She got out of the car, and followed Mr. Oak.

We are honnored by your offer and accept. Our ships will be approashing Northfordish waters at approximatly 1:00PM GMT today.

We eagerly await your ships

OOC - What rules does your nation have in terms of foreign investment? In other words, could a company from The Beltway purchase stock in mining firms?
Further, do you have titanium?

Skyetech Industries is interested in opening a branch in Northford. Skyetech is one the single largest corporation in The Community of Siap. We have many diverse holdings, including arms manufacturing, aircraft design and manufacture, ore extraction (uranium mostly, but we have recently discovered a new vein of platinum), synthetic petrochemical development (Oil is rare in The Community, and we manufacture chemicals that allow us to work without it).
While the rocky and slightly acidic soil of Siap allows our friends in the agricultural industry to grow some of the best tea and spices in the world (When combined with our distilleries, some of the most exotic spirits in the world), but unfortunately it is more difficult for staple crops to grow. As such, we would like to work out a trade agreement with your nation.

We look forward to doing business.

-Michael Dobenicz
Skyetech Industries

Northford Welcomes Skytech's interest in the Redbridge development. If you are interested, we could arrange a trade agreement. Northford already has many of the services you offer, howerver ,it lacks manufacturing industry.

Perhaps an agreement could made that trades surpluss Agricultural produce (wheat, barley, ect) for Skyetech's expertise in Manufacturing?

OOC - What rules does your nation have in terms of foreign investment? In other words, could a company from The Beltway purchase stock in mining firms?
Further, do you have titanium?


Yes, Northford is very rich in ore..... "Commonwealth Mining Inc." is one of our biggest companies in fact. Are you interested in purchasing shares?

Rules wise... as long as we don't deem your government hostile to us, there's no problem with it.

Thanks. I assume that Commonwealth Mining also mines silicon and aluminum...
Oh, and do you happen to have any prominent steel mills?

To Commonwealth Mining, Inc. -
Baltimore Shipyards is a major corporation in The Beltway. We build warships, electronics, missiles, torpedos, and (through a subsidiary) munitions and small arms. Having secure access to resources like silicon, aluminum, and titanium is vital to the success of our corporation. As such, we wish to invest in your company so as to ensure that we retain the resources we need for the future. We wish to purchase a 10% share of your corporation. Is this possible? If so, how much should we wire to you? Thank you.
Sincerely,
Adm. Thad Cochrane (ret.), CEO of Baltimore Shipyards
Adm. David Jeremiah (ret.), CFO of Baltimore Shipyards

With a recent alliance between Northford and Cravan, some of our companies wish to send sales reps in order to begin official trade between our nations. They will arrive ASAP by jet to begin discussing trade agreements. Some government representatives will also begin discussing of trade of such things as resources, weapons, etc.

Also, thanks to our alliance permission has been gained to establish a small naval facility in your nation. Supplies and building materials are en route, and we encourage joint use of these facilities between our forces. We already have a ship in the general area which will be stationed at this base.

Just tell me if you need anything and it'll be shipped to you ASAP.

[OOC: Steel Mills? Not really, previously Northford was isolationist, and most things were made out of the most readily available material~Aluminium. For that reason, the Iron industry never really took root.]

To: Adm. Thad Cochrane, CC: David Jeremiah.

The Northfordian Office of Trade welcomes your interest in the recent Redbridge development. While this opening was to primarily stimulate trade in the ports, we have never-the-less considered your proposal and have accepted it.

Presently, there are 1 000 000 shares of Commonwealth Mining on the open market, with most of them in the hands of ex-employees who request them as part of their severance/retirement package. It is for this reason, there are so many of them available. While this abundence means they are relatively cheap, bulk buying will still set you back.

Presently, shares are going for £19.31 each. A ten % stake in the firm will cost you £ 1 931 000. Are you interested?

To Northford Office of Trade; CC to Commonwealth Mining, Inc. -
Seeing as how prices are fairly low, we wish to purchase a 51% share of Commonwealth Mining, Inc. Pending approval, Baltimore Shipyards will wire the £9,674,310. If such a purchase is not permissible, we will purchase a 25% share; in that case, the £4,827,500 will be wired upon approval. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Adm. Thad Cochrane (ret.), CEO of Baltimore Shipyards
Adm. David Jeremiah (ret.), CFO of Baltimore Shipyards

Baltimore Shipyards has a lot of cash-on-hand, both from a number of contracts that it won and from sales of stock.

Northford Welcomes Skytech's interest in the Redbridge development. If you are interested, we could arrange a trade agreement. Northford already has many of the services you offer, howerver ,it lacks manufacturing industry.

Perhaps an agreement could made that trades surpluss Agricultural produce (wheat, barley, ect) for Skyetech's expertise in Manufacturing?

We would be interested in such an agreement. We need some specifics on what your manufacturing needs.

"Oh, yes."

She got out of the car, and followed Mr. Oak.

They proceeded out the car, and into the conference center. Thoughout its vast halls and corridors they travelled, until they reached the remarkably small chamber that would be acting as their meeting room.

"Can I get you any refreshments, Ms Sage?" asked the young Oak, like his father, politeness and friendlyness were strong elements in his personality.

"While I'm sorting this out, lets just get a little better aquainted," he remarked, staring at the womens natural assets.

[OOC: how you reply to that is up to you lol, but I thought it might as well be done hehe]

To Northford Office of Trade; CC to Commonwealth Mining, Inc. -
Seeing as how prices are fairly low, we wish to purchase a 51% share of Commonwealth Mining, Inc. Pending approval, Baltimore Shipyards will wire the £9,674,310. If such a purchase is not permissible, we will purchase a 25% share; in that case, the £4,827,500 will be wired upon approval. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Adm. Thad Cochrane (ret.), CEO of Baltimore Shipyards
Adm. David Jeremiah (ret.), CFO of Baltimore Shipyards

Baltimore Shipyards has a lot of cash-on-hand, both from a number of contracts that it won and from sales of stock.

To: Adm. Thad Cochrane (ret.), CEO of Baltimore Shipyards
CC: Adm. David Jeremiah (ret.), CFO of Baltimore Shipyards

Let me once again thank you for your interest in Commonwealth Mining Inc. Despite the low price, we unfortunalty have to reject your offer to buy a 50% share in the business. There are a number of reasons for this. Firstly, there simply are not that many shares available on the open market at the moment. A 25% share is owned by the government, and a further 25% is owned the origional family who founded the business. That leaves 50% in the hands of other individuals, such as ex-workers, and other investors. To attempt to purchase what are, effectively, all the shares on the open market is impossible. The second issue here is security. To give a 50% stake in the firm to a foreign company would prove dangerous if our relations ever detiorated, thus possibly causing the freezing of a company which contributes 2% of the countrys GDP (which a LOT for one company BTW)

Despite this, we are still interested in selling you a 25% stake, as a happy compromise. We await transferal of funds before signing over contracts.

Regards,

Northford Office for Trade,

To Northford Office of Trade; CC to Commonwealth Mining, Inc. -
Thank you for your reply; we understand completely that you don't want to lose control of your companies, and, in light of the recent recession in Sarzonia - sparked by the economic troubles of one company, Portland Iron Works - we have no reason to view your fears as anything less than valid. Therefore, we are wiring you £4,827,500 for the 25% share in the company. We hope to continue to do business with you in the future.
Sincerely,
Admiral Thad Cochrane (retired-USCG), CEO of Baltimore Shipyards
Admiral David Jeremiah (retired-USN), CFO of Baltimore Shipyards

With a recent alliance between Northford and Cravan, some of our companies wish to send sales reps in order to begin official trade between our nations. They will arrive ASAP by jet to begin discussing trade agreements. Some government representatives will also begin discussing of trade of such things as resources, weapons, etc.

Also, thanks to our alliance permission has been gained to establish a small naval facility in your nation. Supplies and building materials are en route, and we encourage joint use of these facilities between our forces. We already have a ship in the general area which will be stationed at this base.

Just tell me if you need anything and it'll be shipped to you ASAP.

Sounds good. As long as the Nukes arn't land based thats fine. I don't want to be getting a visit from the rod's of god. Anyway, we're still building up a navy, so you'll want top fortifiy it until we can provide protection for ya... either way, that base is yours.

As for the issue of trade, we await your jets.. (you wanna start a mini RP?)

To Northford Office of Trade; CC to Commonwealth Mining, Inc. -
Thank you for your reply; we understand completely that you don't want to lose control of your companies, and, in light of the recent recession in Sarzonia - sparked by the economic troubles of one company, Portland Iron Works - we have no reason to view your fears as anything less than valid. Therefore, we are wiring you £4,827,500 for the 25% share in the company. We hope to continue to do business with you in the future.
Sincerely,
Admiral Thad Cochrane (retired-USCG), CEO of Baltimore Shipyards
Admiral David Jeremiah (retired-USN), CFO of Baltimore Shipyards

**Contract's Signed**

OOC: w00t.. you now own shares in Commonwealth Mining Inc.

To Commonwealth Mining, Inc. -
We have noticed an opportunity for you to expand your corporation, and will provide funds to support this endeavour, should it be necessary. It seems that the nation of Orezia (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=477062) has substantial untapped resources, including iron, copper, titanium, some gold, and possibly even uranium. We suggest that you request to set up mines in that nation; again, we promise to help fund this endeavour with our own assets.
Sincerely,
Adm. Thad Cochrane (ret.), CEO of Baltimore Shipyards and owner of a 25% share in Commonwealth Mining

We would be interested in such an agreement. We need some specifics on what your manufacturing needs.

Well, put simply, we presently lack light industry, such as manufacturing. We do have such things here, but considering the growth of our population, such provisions are woeful.

We're basically willing to accept anything you offer.

(you wanna start a mini RP?)

OOC: Sounds good to me.

They proceeded out the car, and into the conference center. Thoughout its vast halls and corridors they travelled, until they reached the remarkably small chamber that would be acting as their meeting room.

"Can I get you any refreshments, Ms Sage?" asked the young Oak, like his father, politeness and friendlyness were strong elements in his personality.

"While I'm sorting this out, lets just get a little better aquainted," he remarked, staring at the womens natural assets.

[OOC: how you reply to that is up to you lol, but I thought it might as well be done hehe]

OOC: Erm... OK...

IC:

Ms. Sage let it slide-- she'd seen far worse, especially on Boodicia Island. People followed her around over there. "I'd just like some water." she replied.

A communication came in from a Zombie ship:

We apologize for our tardieness. The fourteen-year old American god whoes typing controls our every move has been having computer problems and an unusual exess of homework.

Three red-and-black galleons pulled into the Redbridge Docks, and pale, gaunt-faced men in black robes began unloading furniture and nightmarish creatures from the ships. A tall, pale man with sunken eyes stepped off the flagship. He wore loose black clothes of linen and a flowing red cape. Across his chin was a swirly black tatoo. He said to <enter someone here, Northford> "Ah, hello. My name is Tann; Lord Exodd has left me in charge of this branch of Ani-Trade."

He extended a hand to shake for <whoever>

OOC: Erm... OK...

IC:

Ms. Sage let it slide-- she'd seen far worse, especially on Boodicia Island. People followed her around over there. "I'd just like some water." she replied.

OOC: Sorry bout that hehe, I just got bored, and decided to add it in for laughs.

IC:

"You're choice", replied the Young Oak, obviously annoyed at the shake off," So, lets get down to business. Here's what we're prepared to offer you, should you be interested: Rights for Zeftech to base itself in Northford tax free (excluding standard 4% sales tax on all products, and free use of the docking facilities in Redbridge. Furthermore, if you're intereste, we're prepared to allow you to invest in other Northford companies."

"Does that sound ok?"

OOC: Sorry bout that hehe, I just got bored, and decided to add it in for laughs.

IC:

"You're choice", replied the Young Oak, obviously annoyed at the shake off," So, lets get down to business. Here's what we're prepared to offer you, should you be interested: Rights for Zeftech to base itself in Northford tax free (excluding standard 4% sales tax on all products, and free use of the docking facilities in Redbridge. Furthermore, if you're intereste, we're prepared to allow you to invest in other Northford companies."

"Does that sound ok?"

"Just allow me to contact the CEO."

She pulled out a cell phone, and dialed a number. "Sir, this is Raine. Northford is offering rights to have a base here, with nothing but standard tax, and free use of Redbridge. And they're allowing us to invest."

the CEO replied. "That's amazing. Go for it."

"Oak, you have a deal."

"Fantastic", boasted Oak, "thats really great."

His eyes glimmered, "So, Ms Sage, you want to go for a drink before you return to Pythogria?"


OOC: Say no, I just put it in as a way to add a little character depth, and to give you an easy way to end the RP quickly.

A communication came in from a Zombie ship:

We apologize for our tardieness. The fourteen-year old American god whoes typing controls our every move has been having computer problems and an unusual exess of homework.

Three red-and-black galleons pulled into the Redbridge Docks, and pale, gaunt-faced men in black robes began unloading furniture and nightmarish creatures from the ships. A tall, pale man with sunken eyes stepped off the flagship. He wore loose black clothes of linen and a flowing red cape. Across his chin was a swirly black tatoo. He said to <enter someone here, Northford> "Ah, hello. My name is Tann; Lord Exodd has left me in charge of this branch of Ani-Trade."

He extended a hand to shake for <whoever>
..........

"Fantastic", boasted Oak, "thats really great."

His eyes glimmered, "So, Ms Sage, you want to go for a drink before you return to Pythogria?"


OOC: Say no, I just put it in as a way to add a little character depth, and to give you an easy way to end the RP quickly.

"Erm... no, thanks. Achohol is illegal in Pythogria. Anyway, I need to go."

After goodbyes were said, she was off to Pythogria via airplane.

ZefTec had expanded. Soon, ZefTec would build megamalls, begin an airline, and generally, capitalize.

Skyetech Industries would be willing to open several manufacturing plants along the docks and employ locals. We would also be willing to finance (in part) a trade school so your citizens could learn the basics of manufacturing.

[OOC: Do you have rich amounts of metal in your nation, Northford?]

sorry for gravedigging

yea, SEA, I do..

Meh, it's not that old a thread.

IC:

The military facilities at Red Bridge were fully completed, and it was visible from almost all over the city. The most visible part of it was the massive INS Leviathan, watching over them like a protector 24 hours a day. Also visible was the massive Falcon-class aircraft carrier, keeping the skies above them safe. Less visible were the smaller support ships, but they were ready as well.

The Marines had adapted easily to the area, and would commonly go out on the town for a good time. Everything was nice and calm here. A great alternative to the war torn areas which Cravan often stationed in to preserve the peace.

OOC: Thanks for the reply Craven... when you get a chance check on the GASN forum. I wouldn't mind getting in on operation Swift Blow.

IC:

To the People and Government of The Democratic Empire of Craven:

Writing this, I have strong feelings of pride and gratitude flowing through my veins. While we may still be a small country, in terms of clout and population, we are growing. Growing, not just in terms of our numbers, and our militaristic might, but also in the amount of friends we have.

It pleases me greatly I can count Craven amoungst this list of friends. With your ships and men helping our forces protect our shores from foe, I can sleep soundly in my bed at night.

Although we may be a quiet country, as you well know, our armed forces are not as well developed as they could be. While we have our Commonwealth Guards, a modern, formidable fighting force, and a growing navy, it is no secret that our Army is small and is unable defend our country properly, let alone project force. Numbering at one Division, we concentrate our forces around the Red Bridge and Richmond area, where they will be used best.

While we do this, you, a helpful country, station ships in our harbour (s), graciously station your marines in your bases. As well as this, you kindly admitted us to your alliance, the GASN, a group which is, as time passes, becoming more and more central to our defence/foreign policy.

So you see, I'm saying thank you. It might not mean much to you, but it means a lot to us.

Regards,

Alan Burns,

Northford PM.

OOC: not sure why I wrote that, but its going to be a precursor to another thread I'm forming now.

OOC: No prob. I'll check ASAP.

Also... Don't mean to nitpick or anything... But it's Cravan... Don't worry, though. 80% of everyone I encounter on NS says Craven. :p The ironic part is Craven is my name.

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IC:

Your gratitude is most appreciated, and I hope in time we will grow in our alliance. We are glad to help your nation grow, and hope to see your nation succeed on the world stage.

~Emperor Matthew Craven

Sorry :S

Like I said, don't worry about it.