TRANSMISSION HEADER Origin: McNeil, Ian — Senior Union Official Destination: Omega-665 Workshop Channel ID: ITU-O665WP-001 Encryption: Active Priority: Standard Corporate [Protocol ITU-XXNNI-88485IX] [ACTIVE]

// BEGIN MESSAGE : : : Greetings Direct Thorne, I must say I'm flattered by your words as we're merely a small shipping organization. For now. My name is Ian McNeil, and I represent the Independent Traders Union in all diplomatic and economic affairs. We have received your transmission and are prepared to assist your operations at standard regional rates as we do not seek to milk the hard-working class. In return, we expect to establish sustained and mutually beneficial business in the near future. How does that sound to you? // END MESSAGE Attachment (0) ITU Relay Signature | NAME HERE | Independent Traders Union | File Ref: ITU-DTBS-XIUY

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RE: To Independent Traders Union From: Omega665 Workshop base administration - buzzlightyear - 05-02-2026

Greetings,

Thank you for the prompt response and the clear pricing structure. The rates provided are acceptable for our current budget.

The **Omega665 Workshop** is prepared to move forward with an initial bulk order to jumpstart our automation.

Given the scale of this initial purchase and our intention to establish a long-term supply chain with the Union, we would be interested in discussing an offer for future small craft equipment discounts for your convoy ships.

Additionally, our docking bays in **Omega-7** are cleared and ready for ITU-tagged haulers and convoy ships. Please let us know if you would prefer payment in raw credits upon delivery, or if you would like to arrange a pickup of **Refined Silver** as partial credit.

We look forward to the first delivery.

Regards,

Elias Thorne
Director, Omega665 Workshop Base

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RE: To Independent Traders Union From: Omega665 Workshop base administration - Charos - 05-03-2026