The DDS will buy 4 OPVs based on the Clone Triona II design which is used by the HCS Navy. This will come out of the money allocated for future exports from the Clones. The DDS aim to get Naval Division fully operational by early 2114 though it is not expected that the OPVs will be operational before 2116.
- As for the new GHQ the DDS expect to be able to transfer command functions there from DDS Communications HQ next month. All work is said to be proceeding according to schedule with the new GHQ building now being fitted out and communications links in place. A port at Ren's Bay is expected to become fully operational by the Spring and an overland rail link to GHQ from the port will also be ready by then. The air base is also now fully operational and has a rail link to GHQ. One of the ISSF bases has also been completed. TPM-G positions will become operational next week. Firefly toured the island yesterday and said said the new GHQ would be a great asset to the DDS though a lot of work remains to be completed including the command bunker, underground rail links and a barracks for troops.
