23.2.12

Fast Fleet Tanker ordered

The DDS have placed an order for 6 Fast Fleet Tankers, a 900c/worm drive capable oiler/supply ship able to keep up with fast combat detachments. The Velocity-N derived ships will be known as the Zephyr 76A class and the first will be delivered as part of the 2113/4 Ship Building Plan (thus after April next year).

The ships will be fitted for worm drive though its not clear yet if they will be fitted from new, the DDS are prioritising combat ships.