· Sender: Andre Lavigne · Report Subject:Nouveau trading partners
Grand Amiral,
During one of our patrols, a convoy of Phoenix transports was detected on our borders and approached. A few offers later, the commander of the convoy was convinced to redirect the Iridium they were transporting to Abbeviile Production Facility, and did so under escort. On their way out, Niobium was purchased from one of the Gallic Metal Service smelters.
Nothing out of the ordinary until now, but from the conversations we had, we deem them as being potential business partners for the Union. During our escort, certain questions were asked, and the replies were favorable, meaning we share both common friends and foes. They were also flying Bulwark vessels of Bristol origin, one of our reliable business partners. The door was left open for further collaborations. The convoy captain was made aware of our laws and licenses needed to operate within the Union.
That would be all. In the future I advise we promote more leniency towards neutral factions and individuals willing to do business with the Union.