26.2.10

Artensis 60 interested in Velocity-E

So far only 1 Velocity-E has been sold, and that ship is currently in pre-delivery trials before it is delivered to Putri 500 in a few months time. Molab have considered the type but are sticking with the Isometric-E as their principle type. This was a great set-back for the Velocity-E programme as Molab was considered the most likely customer.

However now Artensis 60 has expressed an interest in the type. They have Isometric-Es on order amongst other ships but are also looking into buying something bigger to act as their flagship. A Solaris 37C (the DDS version of Velocity-E, more or less) will visit Artensis later this year as part of the "sales pitch".

In other export news an export version of the Olympus 23A support carrier is expected to be launched soon.