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== Overview ==
 
== Overview ==
  
A group of companies founded and controlled by some of the most powerful and wealthiest families of Imperial [[Powers_and_Organisations#Dictatorship_Worlds|dictatorship worlds]].
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''Hand me a ship, and we will return you a weapon'' - the motto of '''Biarge United Shipyards''' never failed. They are famous all over [[The Eight]] for their modifications of any given ship type into a (very) deadly attack craft. It is a syndicate of private and government companies controlled by a board of directors under the leadership of the president of '''Biarge Shipyard Ltd'''. With close ties to numerous militaries and police forces, their power exceeds that of some national leaders.
  
  
== Designs ==
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== History ==
  
'''[[Lambda_Liner#Lambda_Liner_T5-T01|Lambda Liner T5-T01]]:'''
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In the humble beginnings, there was just a backyard repair shop, mostly making a living from scavenging and small ship repairs. However, one day the team found a wrecked [[Green Gecko]] and hit the jackpot. After months of studying the remains from this ship the [[Gecko Dragon Class|Gecko "Dragon Class"]] was designed, the beginning of the biggest and most influential shipyard of all [[Powers_and_Organisations#Multi-Government_Worlds|Multi-Government worlds]].
  
A heavy freighter, fast, and equipped with medium armament. Available on the open market.
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While nobody knew how their invention would be received on the open market they made sure that every single system and the entire design was protected by [[GalCop]] patents which covered each of [[The Eight]]. Finally, their first 10 fighters were offered at the system main-station. After the first skepticism and some test-flights, the orders started to pour in, individuals, organizations, and governments intended to buy 100's of ships every day, soon the reservations reached 5000. While booking every available space in shipyards in sector 1, several workshops and a space-dock in [[Sector1/Biarge|Biarge]] were purchased, and Biarge Shipyard Ltd was founded.
  
'''[[Lambda_Liner#Lambda_Liner_T5-M01|Lambda Liner T5-M01]]:'''
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With a lot of capital at hand the decision was made to purchase the license for the [[Fer de Lance NG]], which included the designs for their high-speed engines. What at the beginning seemed to be a good investment soon became a challenge. After Zorgon Petterson Group announced the [[Fer-de-Lance 3G OXP|3G series of the Fer-de-Lance ships]] the drafts for the new ships had to be adapted.
  
A military transport and landing ship, equipped with some advanced technology. Originally only sold to specific armed forces nowadays some decommissioned vessels could be found on the open market.
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The [[Mega Bat|Mega Bat Mark I]] is a collaboration with SensimTrading who owns the original license of the [[Fruit Bat]]. Both companies share the production and the profits and this fighter is still in high demand.
  
'''[[Lambda_Liner#Lambda_Liner_T5-M02|Lambda Liner T5-M02]]:'''
 
  
A small capital-ship and escort carrier. This ship is only sold to member worlds of the consortium and their allies.
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== Location ==
  
'''[[Drop Shuttle|Drop Shuttle]]:'''
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The HQ of the company is located in [[Sector1/Biarge|Biarge]] in the [[Sector1/The Iron Stars (Region)|Iron Stars]] region of Sector One.
  
A small troop transport. Used to ferry troops between ships, planets, and space stations and to drop ground forces in case of planetary invasions. Additionally, in the case of emergencies, it serves as a lifeboat. The Drop Shuttle was exclusively distributed to [[Lambda_Liner#Lambda_Liner_T5-M01|Lambda Liners T5-M01]].
 
  
'''[[Landing Craft|Isis Landing Craft]]:'''
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== Designs ==
  
While the major purpose of this craft is to drop ground forces during a planetary invasion in emergency situations it is used as a lifeboat as well. The Landing Craft was exclusively distributed to [[Lambda_Liner#Lambda_Liner_T5-M01|Lambda Liners T5-M01]] and [[Lambda_Liner#Lambda_Liner_T5-M02|Lambda Liners T5-M02]].
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*'''[[Gecko Dragon Class|Gecko "Dragon Class"]]:'''
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:A heavy fighter based on the high-tech of the mysterious [[Green Gecko | Avernus Orbital]]. Available on the open market.
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*'''[[Fer_de_Lance_NG#Fer-de-Lance_NG-2 | Fer-de-Lance NG-2 series]]:
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:An improved Fer-de-Lance, the best-selling models (NG-2F & NG-2N) are more utilitarian (without the burring walnuts)!
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*'''[[Mega Bat|Mega Bat Mark I]]:
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:A medium fighter/escort, most notable for 3x front lasers. While the design is from the company, the production and profits are split with SensimTrading.
  
  
 
== Gallery ==
 
== Gallery ==
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'''Click on thumbnails to view full-size images:'''
  
 
<gallery>
 
<gallery>
Image:Lambda_Liner_T5-T01.PNG|<center>[[Lambda_Liner#Lambda_Liner_T5-T01|Lambda Liner T5-T01]]</center>
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Image:Gecko_Dragon_Class.png|<center>[[Gecko Dragon Class|Gecko "Dragon Class"]]</center>
Image:Lambda_Liner_T5-M01_01.png|<center>[[Lambda_Liner#Lambda_Liner_T5-M01|Lambda Liner T5-M01 <br> (USG insignia)]]</center>
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Image:Fer de Lance NG 2Y.PNG|<center>[[Fer_de_Lance_NG#Fer-de-Lance_NG-2|Fer-de-Lance NG-2Y]]</center>
Image:Lambda Liner T5-M02.png|<center>[[Lambda_Liner#Lambda_Liner_T5-M02|Lambda Liner T5-M02 <br> (USG insignia)]]</center>
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Image:BUS_Mega_Bat_Mark_I_01.PNG|<center>[[Mega Bat|Mega Bat Mark I]]</center>
Image:Drop_Shuttle_01.png|<center>[[Drop Shuttle|Drop Shuttle <br> (USG insignia)]]</center>
 
Image:Isis_Landing_Craft.PNG|<center>[[Landing Craft|Isis Landing Craft <br> (USG insignia)]]</center>
 
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
  
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== Remarks ==
 
== Remarks ==
  
This organization is based on the scenario of [[Dictators_OXP]]
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[[Category:Oolite]]
 
[[Category:Oolite]]
 
[[Category:Fictional organisations]]
 
[[Category:Fictional organisations]]

Latest revision as of 06:48, 20 September 2022

BUS-logo.jpg

Overview

Hand me a ship, and we will return you a weapon - the motto of Biarge United Shipyards never failed. They are famous all over The Eight for their modifications of any given ship type into a (very) deadly attack craft. It is a syndicate of private and government companies controlled by a board of directors under the leadership of the president of Biarge Shipyard Ltd. With close ties to numerous militaries and police forces, their power exceeds that of some national leaders.


History

In the humble beginnings, there was just a backyard repair shop, mostly making a living from scavenging and small ship repairs. However, one day the team found a wrecked Green Gecko and hit the jackpot. After months of studying the remains from this ship the Gecko "Dragon Class" was designed, the beginning of the biggest and most influential shipyard of all Multi-Government worlds.

While nobody knew how their invention would be received on the open market they made sure that every single system and the entire design was protected by GalCop patents which covered each of The Eight. Finally, their first 10 fighters were offered at the system main-station. After the first skepticism and some test-flights, the orders started to pour in, individuals, organizations, and governments intended to buy 100's of ships every day, soon the reservations reached 5000. While booking every available space in shipyards in sector 1, several workshops and a space-dock in Biarge were purchased, and Biarge Shipyard Ltd was founded.

With a lot of capital at hand the decision was made to purchase the license for the Fer de Lance NG, which included the designs for their high-speed engines. What at the beginning seemed to be a good investment soon became a challenge. After Zorgon Petterson Group announced the 3G series of the Fer-de-Lance ships the drafts for the new ships had to be adapted.

The Mega Bat Mark I is a collaboration with SensimTrading who owns the original license of the Fruit Bat. Both companies share the production and the profits and this fighter is still in high demand.


Location

The HQ of the company is located in Biarge in the Iron Stars region of Sector One.


Designs

A heavy fighter based on the high-tech of the mysterious Avernus Orbital. Available on the open market.
An improved Fer-de-Lance, the best-selling models (NG-2F & NG-2N) are more utilitarian (without the burring walnuts)!
A medium fighter/escort, most notable for 3x front lasers. While the design is from the company, the production and profits are split with SensimTrading.


Gallery

Click on thumbnails to view full-size images:


Remarks