Fleet news (20/03/09) updated

Two more Intruders have been delivered to the DDS by the Clones. Work will now begin on completing and localising L113 Laurentia and L114 Baltica. Now processes are in place the DDS estimate they can complete both ships in around 2-3 months. The DDS are planning for a major amphibious exercise in the late Summer though the exact timing will depend on when these 2 ships are available (see separate story).

Two of the original Coril class shuttles have been earmarked for refurbishment and conversion for special forces use. A564 Sharon and A565 Julia are in the best condition of the original shuttles and will be fitted with specialised communications devices and improved teleporters and quarantine / brig facilities for use by special forces like the Prowler units. The work will begin once sufficient new Corils are in service to take over their duties. New Coril A573 The Shiner has also joined the fleet.

P136 Vulture is the latest Fighting Falcon class littoral combat ship to enter service. Now the DDS have 6 in service they are happy enough with them confird orders for a further 6 with 2 options with the Dinos. The existing ships are currently being used in the general patrol pool.