Manufacturers

Corp focusing on the structural (non-combat) aspects of the ship. Builds sleek, elegant but powerful power plants.

In racing circles, the term ACOM has come to have two meanings. The first is an abbreviation of the phrase ‘a commanding lead’ – meaning to pull so far ahead that the rest of the pack doesn’t stand a chance of catching up. The second is a more recent usage in that it refers to the start-up manufacturing company who took the phrase as their epithet. ACOM focuses on creating ship components that handle as much power as possible as quickly as possible in order to give pilots the all-important extra edge during a race. Founded by the children of famed pit crew chief Garrit Bijarani, siblings Jayce and Zan took four generations of racing knowledge and gave it form in ACOM’s full line of power plants and coolers.

Aegis grew to prominence as a manufacturer of military spacecraft during the First Tevarin War. Favored by Ivar Messer, their orbital bombers grew to public prominence after his infamous victory on Idris IV and became synonymous with the ruthless Messer regime that followed. After the Fall of the Imperator, Aegis' contracts were stripped, their ships fell out of favor with the public, and the company went into a tailspin. They downsized their craft production and turned to manufacturing parts. However, time heals all wounds and today Aegis has risen once again to be a top military contractor of ships and components.

Formed early in the Messer era by recent veterans Marcelo Amon and Travis Reese, A&R Co. is one of the oldest energy weapon manufacturers in the UEE. Their designs have always been user focused and they have a well-earned reputation for dependability and ease of use, something the company claims derives from a dedication to field testing that well exceeds what other companies do.

For civilians, Anvil Aerospace produces small fighting craft but with less of the pirate stigma. These ships are more expensive, less spit-and-glue, and built to take more hits than a comparable Drake model. The bulk of Anvil's income is from its military contracts with the UEE to design and build their warships, especially the iconic Hornet.

Though many attributed their elevation to the sole provider of light craft to audacity and daring, Aopoa cemented their position thanks to the innovative dual-vector thruster technology that has revolutionized their ship design.

Apocalypse Arms produces aggressive, devastating weapons inspired by Messer-Era technology.

This massive conglomerate owns one of the planets in the Stanton system, but got its start building fusion engines for industrial craft. They also have a division for terraforming that's diverged into more of a mining consortium.

This commercial ship manufacturer focuses on building shuttles, transport vessels and utility vehicles that can be seen around the universe.

Ascension Astro started off as a boutique specialty company; selling high-end, low IR thrusters to wealthy clients who wanted to fly their luxury ships while avoiding the eyes of greedy pirates. As good as their thrusters were at being low-sig, the effect was often ruined when the engines or shielding made by other manufacturers would be screaming the ship’s presence. Slowly, Ascension began expanding their line to include a whole suite of components that, when working in conjunction, would provide an extremely low profile and a safer journey.

Banu society combines the Human concepts of family and corporations into a single social unit know as a Souli, a cohabitation focused centered around a specific skillset. These Banu guilds do not control an entire market, rather there are always numerous Souli competing for the same market as the guilds are constantly in flux. \n\nBecause of this, the Banu do not market specific brand Soulis. Instead they simply market all their wares to Humans as Banu built.

Defensive system manufacturer who produces shield systems, ship armor and personal armor for both the military and private sector.

Makers of advanced computer and analytic systems, Blue Triangle prides itself on hiring only the best engineers and programmers, many of whom started their careers as black hat hackers.

Founded by a pair of aerospace engineers, Broad & Rabiee began with a line of computers and components before branching out to turrets.

A dedicated manufacturer of communication, radar and scan systems. They are the rugged go-to company for miners and explorers alike with their sturdy, well-tested and dependable products.

Founded by maverick trillionaire Silas Koerner, Consolidated Outland is an up-and-coming spacecraft concern, the first ever headquartered on a frontier world. Koerner, who made his sizable fortune in jump-communications, founded the company as an attempt to strike back at what he sees as the overly-regulated spacecraft industry. With facilities established as far from possible from the prying eyes of competing corporations, Outland is quickly becoming one to watch.

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Makers of an extensive fleet of cargo, vehicle and data transport ships, and cutting edge shuttles, Crusader Industries is a titan of the aerospace industry. It is a company so powerful and prominent that it purchased a gas giant in the Stanton system to house its current headquarters.

Makes affordable, modular ships that have become the go-to manufacturer for anyone looking to get their first ship, but have become associated with criminal elements.

Originally formed as an archive for ship designs, Esperia began to build historically accurate reproductions for collectors, enthusiasts, and even the military.

Failed laser weapon manufacturer. Transformed into an engineering firm that came up with the weapon mount system that's almost uniformly used.

This Earth-based company is responsible for hard-hitting array of ship weapons.

Responsible for the design and construction of any ships with commercial or industrial applications, Gatac Manufacture has a long-standing reputation as a ‘knowledge-driven’ corporation producing not only cutting edge ships, but extremely reliable ones.

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Seeking to stand out in the crowded field of manufacturers and to compete with the more developed “homeworlds,” the governments of four outer systems banded together to subsidize the creation of GNP, an entirely new kind of company that specialized in designing everything from full-range sensor suites to ship engines.

When Humanity started being attacked by Vanduul, it was often those who lived in the border system who suffered the most. Believing that civilian defensive components were not up to facing this deadly enemy, Gorgon Defender Industries, founded by former inhabitants of Caliban, was established to take military strength products and deliver it the population at large so they could properly protect themselves. With the strength of their designs, Gorgon earned a reputation that soon caught the eye of the military.

A fleet of mobile marketplaces that caters to high-end clients interested in experiencing the wild side of the 'verse to gain access to unusual and unique items.

A trusted manufacturer of industrial tools since 2337, the company’s extensive line of industrial equipment and armor make it one of the most respected brand names around. Greycat has remained a UEE staple for centuries thanks to their streamlined-yet-inventive designs, exacting safety standards, and a diverse product line.

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J-Span does only one thing, but does it well. For over a century they have focused on producing quality coolers at a reasonable price. Half the time these days, when you pop the hull of a spacecraft, chances are you’re going to find a J-Span. Plus, their coolers can be found in more than just ships. They have a wide variety of sizes and shapes that can be found in everything from land transports, to computer systems, to refrigerator units. Appealing to the broader consumer market, their units might not have all the bells and whistles as some of the other manufacturer’s lines, but for the most part they avoid their quirks as well.

From the mind of underground engineer Barlowe Elias, Joker Engineering is here to push the boundaries of tech, the foundations of civilization with their wild products.

Second only to RSI in terms of longevity in the space industry, Juno Starwerk was founded in the 24th century to build long haul freighters to support the rapid Human expansion into other star systems. Utilitarian above all us, these ships were designed to do one thing: haul as much weight as possible as cheaply as possible. While, over time, as competition increased, their share of the ship market shrank, their components had earned a reputation for dependability and ease of maintenance. Their direct sales of these components soon made up the majority of the companies income and in 2513, the ceased ship manufacture entirely to focus on supplying industrial strength components. In parts of the ’verse there are generations of mechanics who have passed knowledge and techniques for working on Juno power plants like family heirlooms. This long history also means that Juno parts and repairs are easy to come by.

Kilgore and Poole caters its armor and image to a high-end clientele. Criticized by some as prioritizing form over function, their eye-catching armor favors ease of movement and agility over heavy defense.

Headquartered in the Kiel system, KnightBridge Arms is there to protect you and yours. With a weapon for every price point, you can rest assured that KnightBridge has your back.

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Kruger Intergalactic started as a custom machined parts manufacturer on Borea in the Magnus system, eventually expanded into weapon development and finally as a manufacturer of short-range ships like the P-52.

Made out of less expensive materials, Lightning Power continues to introduce new aesthetic changes to their ship components while relying on tried and true technology to run them.

The leader in energy technology, maxOx has been providing precise and effective laser systems for a variety of applications from medical to combat.

Ubiquitous around the Empire, microTech and their range of electronics, datapads, mobile interfaces, handheld sensors and computer software upgrades for starships are used daily by almost everyone. Their line of mobiGlas personal computers have become an integral part of daily life for millions of people.

In the short time the company has been around, Nav-E7 has become an institution. Manufacturing various pieces of equipment used on a wide range of ships has given them quick renown as most ships in the 'verse feature at least one of their products.

An company out of Terra that offers missiles and rockets at a low price.

Manufacturer of consumer and pro-grade ship components, RAMP Corp sponsors the Team RAMP M50 racing team.

The original creators of the engine that kickstarted Humanity’s expansion into space, Roberts Space Industries builds a wide range of spaceships that serve all needs, from basic interstellar travel to deep exploration on the outer edges of the galaxy. The tagline is “Roberts Space Industries: Delivering the Stars since 2075”

Soft drinks, high end kitchen equipment, children’s toys? Sakura Sun. Rover platforms, terraforming solutions, bioengineered livestock? Sakura Sun. High-tech wave cannons, starship power plants, antimatter ordinance? Sakura Sun! While corporate conglomerates are not uncommon, it’s rare for any company to advertise them all under the same banner. But at Sakura Sun, empire-building is in full effect: you’ll find a little bit of everything branded with a distinctive purple sun-and-cherry-blossom logo, from plastic Hi-Ho Flatcat figurines to top-of-the-line multi-particle/wave cannons. Stranger still, Sakura Sun has successfully gained a reputation as a company that not only does a little bit of everything, but does it well.

One of the earliest companies to begin selling energy based shielding to civilians when the technology was declassified, Seal Corp has been in the industry centuries longer than its current modern day competition. For a while, the term ‘seal’ was ubiquitous with shield and Sammy the Seal Corp seal is still one of the most recognizable mascots across the ’verse. While they have lost some market share to competitors over the years, they are still the most widely used brand of shields and their products can be bought easily in almost every system.

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A Croshaw-based munitions manufacturer that focuses on missiles, bombs, and torpedoes. \n\nIf it exists, there’s a Talon that can blow it up.

Founded by a pair of mechanics who were attempting to make an affordable module that would convert a quantum drive into a jump drive, Tarsus has evolved to become one of the main producers of dependable jump drives in the UEE. Over time they also expanded to build their own quantum drives as well.

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Tumbril Land Systems got its start manufacturing ultra-rugged land vehicles built to explore the strange and dangerous landscapes of newly discovered planets. With the onset of the First Tevarin War, Tumbril expanded their operations when they won a government contract to build tanks and other military vehicles for the UPE military. Over the centuries the company eventually folded. Today, the Tumbril brand has been revived to build land vehicles from tanks to exploration vehicles and personal HOVs in both the civilian and military market.

Tyler Design & Tech began its life manufacturing generators, air purifiers, and other necessities for planetary settlers. Tyler focused on making products that, while not as powerful as some other brands, were durable and extremely efficient with little heat byproduct which led to the development of low-signature power plants.  It wasn’t long before even the UEE Navy began to outfit some of their own stealth crafts with Tyler parts, and with their new success the company was able to expand their ship component line into what it is today.

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Military designations for the various Vanduul ship components.

Upstart company made by former employees of Ascension Astro.

Subsidiary of RSI, handles a small percentage of their thruster and ship options construction as well as cooling systems.

WillsOp have products to cover the whole spectrum of electronic analysis from tracking and targeting to scanners and deep-space radar.

Gotlieb Yorm was a top racing pilot on the professional circuit, who was known for his willingness to do anything to shave a few more seconds off his lap times. For a short while, before the Safety Commission stepped in, he would race naked, claiming clothes were an unnecessary weight. Another such innovation that was considerably more successful (and modest) was his insistence that the shields being used on his racer were too powerful. He really only needed to be able to fend off a few shots, because after that he would either have maneuvered his ship out of targeting range, or he would have lost the race anyway. Gutting apart an existing shield by hand, Yorm hacked together a lighter shield that would draw less power and only protect him just enough to escape. Soon, many other racers were trying to mimic his efforts, and when Yorm retired, he went on to successfully sell his modified shield design.