It is thought likely the DDS will go ahead if the UNP increase their funding of running costs to 50%. The 2 ships are busy supporting humanitarian and relief operations across the UNP. A decision is expected later in the year but may not be in time for the 2110/2111 ship building plan.
17.7.09
UNP want 3rd DDS hospital ship
The UNP want the DDS to procure a 3rd Nightingale 88A hospital ship. Two have been procured to date under joint DDS/UNP ownership with the UNP providing 65% of the funding for building and 43% of running costs. It is thought the UNP may pay up to 50% of the 3rd ship if the DDS decide to build it but it would still cost the DDS around 270 million zarks.
