On March 19th at 14:00 YC126, following some casual conversations locally, the Chemal Tech convoy departed from Oursulaert VI - Chemal Tech Research Center. They consisted of 5 Stormbringers, 3 Skybreakers, 2 Thunderchilds, and an Occator. It might be the worst convoy I’ve seen.
Capsuleers from Fraternity formed a fleet to provide escort. The convoy initially headed to the Renyn system. The fleet commander repeatedly warned, “Convoy undocked. Do not attempt to interfere with official business,” and “Maria Deteis piracy will be met with lethal force.” We suspect they will kill themselfs with Vorton Projectors.
The convoy passed through Du Annes, Erme, and Villore, and then shockingly proceeded to Old Man Star. Thankfully, no conflicts arose in this system, but they continued through lowsec, passing Heydieles, Indregulle, and Murethand. Our scout reported that Snuff is prepared to drop a Nightmare fleet with fax on us. It became apparent that there were some incompetent individuals in the Chemal Tech leadership, endangering the convoy. To reduce risk, we took action and seized control of the cargo.
Shortly after, Snuff ambushed us. We suffered heavy losses but managed to secure 9 scientists. Regarding the casualties among the crews and the missing or deceased scientists, we should hold Chemal Tech leadership accountable for their incompetence in providing adequate escort and for leaking intelligence to the entire universe.
I transported the scientists to TXW-EI IX - Moon 2 - Intaki Bank Depository. Initially, I intended to deliver them to Chemal Tech free of charge, but they failed to provide their contact information. I sent an email to the convoy, but they continued to ignore me (possibly due to their demise, but I am unconcerned with that).
I am currently furious. Nine scientists are in my hangar; eight await contact from Chemal Tech. The escort fee is negotiable, but if they persist in their negligence, I will reprocess the eight and sell the ninth to Deathless Circle or Triglavian Collective.