CSM-S cleared for service

The space launched version of the Clone Space Missile, known as CSM-S, has been cleared for service though its actual deployment will likely not take place until later in the year. It will be a key component of the Kelsan KS Attack System from mid-2112. The Soulaki can also use the missile with the Molentic Tuul being considered too. It will be also deployable on the ground-attack Cosmos CG which will enter service soon.

CSM-S uses a new version of the CSM targeting system (known as T-Core-2B) and an improved warhead. These changes will be added to ground launched CSM by next year. CSM-S is cold-launched and is said to be very stealthy.

• The DDS have developed a multi-sensor reconnaissance pod for the Ferret-G, its actual capabilities are being kept a secret but it is thought to have EO, IR and MW radar sensors as well as an encrypted datalink using the new 512-bit key system the DDS will be introducing to all datalinks over the next few years. Though as yet nothing else uses the datalink except new ships built after June but the Ferret pod can also use the older 256-bit key.