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[[GSbAG]] is a major shipbuilder providing a range of services from construction to ship support, maintenance, and upgrades. The company manages starports through the Imperium. Founded in [[-2438]] from a consortium of old Terran manufacturing firms (...although this history is disputed).
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'''Geschichtkreis Sternschiffbau AG''' (GSbAG) is a major shipbuilder providing a range of services from construction to ship support, maintenance, and upgrades. The company manages starports through the Imperium. Founded in [[-2438]] from a consortium of old Terran manufacturing firms (...although this history is disputed). GSbAG has restricted itself almost exclusively to the manufacture of [[starship]]s.  
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* ''Geschichtkreis Sternschiffbau AG'': [[GSbAG]] (popularly known as Gas-bag) has restricted itself almost exclusively to the manufacture of [[starship]]s.  
 
 
    
 
    
 
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[[Starship]] Manufacturing: '''GSbAG''' is one of two firms charged with the manufacture of the personal vessels of the [[Imperial family]] and is a major contractor for the Imperial military. Their products command extremely high prices, but it is generally conceded that the quality makes them well worth it.
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'''GSbAG''' is one of two firms charged with the manufacture of the personal vessels of the [[Imperial family]] and is a major contractor for the Imperial military. Their products command extremely high prices, but it is generally conceded that the quality makes them well worth it.
 
  
 
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According to company propaganda, the company was founded in [[-2438]] from a consortium of old Terran manufacturing firms.  
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According to company propaganda, the company was founded in [[-2438]] from a consortium of old Terran manufacturing firms. In actual fact, there is no concrete evidence of the corporation's existence prior to a contract with the [[Sylean Federation]] Navy in [[-334]].
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In [[260]], [[GSbAG]] set its sights on ''[[Zhunastu Shipbuilding]]'' and its assets, especially its goodwill within the [[Imperium]] and its intellectual property.  With the assistance of the [[Vilani]] [[megacorporation]] ''[[Zirunkariish]]'', [[GSbAG]] bought the subsidiary and folded it into its business.  Under [[GSbAG]], ''[[Zhunastu Shipbuilding]]'' remains a leader in ship design and construction for both military and civilian vessels.   
 
In [[260]], [[GSbAG]] set its sights on ''[[Zhunastu Shipbuilding]]'' and its assets, especially its goodwill within the [[Imperium]] and its intellectual property.  With the assistance of the [[Vilani]] [[megacorporation]] ''[[Zirunkariish]]'', [[GSbAG]] bought the subsidiary and folded it into its business.  Under [[GSbAG]], ''[[Zhunastu Shipbuilding]]'' remains a leader in ship design and construction for both military and civilian vessels.   
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* ''[[Magash Shipbuilding & Spacedock Company]]'': [[GSbAG]] took a 33% stake in the ''[[Magash Shipbuilding & Spacedock Company]]'' when [[Vilani]] [[megacorporation]] ''[[Zirunkariish]]'' arranged mezzazine financing to the small company.  In return for development of the yards on [[Magash (world)|Magash]], [[GSbAG]] got a valuable partner.  This ownership / partnership allows [[GSbAG]] to refer customers for limited production runs of more common vessels while retaining specialty construction contracts and more valuable customers.  It also allows ''[[Magash Shipbuilding & Spacedock Company]]'' to do reliability testing of its vessels at the ''[[GISHMARCo Test & Development]]'' facilities in the {{WorldS|Gishmarkash|Dagudashaag|3209}} system.  However, all data acquired from such testing must be shared with ''[[GISHMARCo Test & Development]]''.
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''[[Magash Shipbuilding & Spacedock Company]]'': [[GSbAG]] took a 33% stake in the ''[[Magash Shipbuilding & Spacedock Company]]'' when [[Vilani]] [[megacorporation]] ''[[Zirunkariish]]'' arranged mezzazine financing to the small company.  In return for development of the yards on [[Magash (world)|Magash]], [[GSbAG]] got a valuable partner.  This ownership / partnership allows [[GSbAG]] to refer customers for limited production runs of more common vessels while retaining specialty construction contracts and more valuable customers.  It also allows ''[[Magash Shipbuilding & Spacedock Company]]'' to do reliability testing of its vessels at the ''[[GISHMARCo Test & Development]]'' facilities in the {{WorldS|Gishmarkash|Dagudashaag|3209}} system.  However, all data acquired from such testing must be shared with ''[[GISHMARCo Test & Development]]''.
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* Phylum [[U'Chakzii-Ziask]] [[SIA]]: [[GSbAG]] took a 07% stake in the Phylum [[U'Chakzii-Ziask]] [[SIA]].  This partnership provided the [[S'mrii]] of Phylum [[U'Chakzii-Ziask]] [[SIA]] and Phylum Kiaskui with additional resources at a time when they needed them and deeper market access to {{Imperial}} and [[Vilani]] customers.  [[GSbAG]] also got a valuable partner.  Fusion rocketry remains a Phylum [[U'Chakzii-Ziask]] [[SIA]] speciality, including Bussard ramjets.  Information now shared with [[GSbAG]] researchers, designers, and starship architects exclusively.  They also produce a wide range of high-gee interceptors, fast transports, and courier vehicles which leave gravitic vessels standing still.  Those are now available to [[GSbAG]] customers.  It also allows Phylum [[U'Chakzii-Ziask]] [[SIA]] to do research and testing of its vessels at the ''[[GISHMARCo Test & Development]]'' facilities in the {{WorldS|Gishmarkash|Dagudashaag|3209}} system.
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* ''[[Murdstone Yards]]'': [[GSbAG]] took a 09% stake in ''[[Murdstone Yards]]'' when [[Vilani]] [[megacorporation]] ''[[Zirunkariish]]'' arranged mezzazine financing for the Board of Directors and Duke Vincent's family.  This ownership / partnership allows [[GSbAG]] to refer customers for ships in the 100 to 5000 ton range while retaining larger size construction contracts and more valuable customers.  It also, again, allows ''[[Murdstone Yards]]'' to do reliability testing of its vessels at the ''[[GISHMARCo Test & Development]]'' facilities in the {{WorldS|Gishmarkash|Dagudashaag|3209}} system.  However, all data acquired from such testing must be shared with ''[[GISHMARCo Test & Development]]''.
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Phylum [[U'Chakzii-Ziask]] [[SIA]]: [[GSbAG]] took a 07% stake in the Phylum [[U'Chakzii-Ziask]] [[SIA]].  This partnership provided the [[S'mrii]] of Phylum [[U'Chakzii-Ziask]] [[SIA]] and Phylum Kiaskui with additional resources at a time when they needed them and deeper market access to {{Imperial}} and [[Vilani]] customers.  [[GSbAG]] also got a valuable partner.  Fusion rocketry remains a Phylum [[U'Chakzii-Ziask]] [[SIA]] speciality, including Bussard ramjets.  Information now shared with [[GSbAG]] researchers, designers, and starship architects exclusively.  They also produce a wide range of high-gee interceptors, fast transports, and courier vehicles which leave gravitic vessels standing still.  Those are now available to [[GSbAG]] customers.  It also allows Phylum [[U'Chakzii-Ziask]] [[SIA]] to do research and testing of its vessels at the ''[[GISHMARCo Test & Development]]'' facilities in the {{WorldS|Gishmarkash|Dagudashaag|3209}} system.
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* In the first century of the Imperium, [[GSbAG]] signed contracts with the [[Agency of Industrial Innovation]] of the [[Graytch]], under which the Agency obtained the [[jump drive]] in exchange for the exclusive rights to develop Graytch structural engineering for the building of space habitats. The [[Graytch]] were soon in great demand for space construction under [[GSbAG]] promotions.
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''[[Murdstone Yards]]'': [[GSbAG]] took a 09% stake in ''[[Murdstone Yards]]'' when [[Vilani]] [[megacorporation]] ''[[Zirunkariish]]'' arranged mezzazine financing for the Board of Directors and Duke Vincent's family.  This ownership / partnership allows [[GSbAG]] to refer customers for ships in the 100 to 5000 ton range while retaining larger size construction contracts and more valuable customers.  It also, again, allows ''[[Murdstone Yards]]'' to do reliability testing of its vessels at the ''[[GISHMARCo Test & Development]]'' facilities in the {{WorldS|Gishmarkash|Dagudashaag|3209}} system.  However, all data acquired from such testing must be shared with ''[[GISHMARCo Test & Development]]''.
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In the first century of the Imperium, [[GSbAG]] signed contracts with the [[Agency of Industrial Innovation]] of the [[Graytch]], under which the Agency obtained the [[jump drive]] in exchange for the exclusive rights to develop Graytch structural engineering for the building of space habitats. The [[Graytch]] were soon in great demand for space construction under [[GSbAG]] promotions.
  
 
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Latest revision as of 18:37, 1 February 2026

Library Data Milieu 1116 

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Geschichtkreis Sternschiffbau AG (GSbAG) is a major shipbuilder providing a range of services from construction to ship support, maintenance, and upgrades. The company manages starports through the Imperium. Founded in -2438 from a consortium of old Terran manufacturing firms (...although this history is disputed). GSbAG has restricted itself almost exclusively to the manufacture of starships.

Description (Portfolio)[edit]

GSbAG is one of the thirteen Imperial Megacorporations in operation in 1116.

The company name translates as "Historian's Society (Geschichtskreis) Starship Builders" (Sternenschiffbau) Incorporated (AG = Aktiengesellschaft), from the Terran language German.

Commercial Competencies[edit]

Starship Manufacturing: GSbAG is one of two firms charged with the manufacture of the personal vessels of the Imperial family and is a major contractor for the Imperial military. Their products command extremely high prices, but it is generally conceded that the quality makes them well worth it.

Governance & Organization[edit]

No information yet available.

Stockholders[edit]

Stock ownership (1105):

Hortalez et Cie— 19%
Imperial family— 4%
Noble families (includes the families of the legendary founders) — 44%
Shiishuginsa family - 13%
Zhunastu family - 3%
Other corporations — 13%
Zirunkariish - 6%
Private investors — 4%
Other — 16%

Stock ownership (1126):

Hortalez et Cie— 41%
Noble Families— 44% - Includes:
Shiishuginsa family - 13%
Zhunastu family - 3%
Instellarms— 3% (Controlled by Hortalez et Cie)
Tukera Lines— 3% (Allied to Hortalez et Cie)
SuSAG— 3%
Other: 5%

Subsidiaries[edit]

Notable Investments[edit]

Megacorporation holdings[edit]

Other holdings[edit]

Logo Akagi Transport Simple.png Bank Janus.jpg Durdashilu Li.jpg Magash Shipbuilding.jpg Murdstone Yards.jpg Logo Primus Yards Basic.png U'Chakzii-Ziask.jpg

History & Background (Dossier)[edit]

According to company propaganda, the company was founded in -2438 from a consortium of old Terran manufacturing firms. In actual fact, there is no concrete evidence of the corporation's existence prior to a contract with the Sylean Federation Navy in -334.

In 260, GSbAG set its sights on Zhunastu Shipbuilding and its assets, especially its goodwill within the Imperium and its intellectual property. With the assistance of the Vilani megacorporation Zirunkariish, GSbAG bought the subsidiary and folded it into its business. Under GSbAG, Zhunastu Shipbuilding remains a leader in ship design and construction for both military and civilian vessels.

One of the many logos used by the Megacorporation:

Geschichtkreis Sternschiffbau.jpg

Trade Partners[edit]

Magash Shipbuilding & Spacedock Company: GSbAG took a 33% stake in the Magash Shipbuilding & Spacedock Company when Vilani megacorporation Zirunkariish arranged mezzazine financing to the small company. In return for development of the yards on Magash, GSbAG got a valuable partner. This ownership / partnership allows GSbAG to refer customers for limited production runs of more common vessels while retaining specialty construction contracts and more valuable customers. It also allows Magash Shipbuilding & Spacedock Company to do reliability testing of its vessels at the GISHMARCo Test & Development facilities in the Gishmarkash (Dagudashaag 3209) system. However, all data acquired from such testing must be shared with GISHMARCo Test & Development.

Phylum U'Chakzii-Ziask SIA: GSbAG took a 07% stake in the Phylum U'Chakzii-Ziask SIA. This partnership provided the S'mrii of Phylum U'Chakzii-Ziask SIA and Phylum Kiaskui with additional resources at a time when they needed them and deeper market access to Imperial and Vilani customers. GSbAG also got a valuable partner. Fusion rocketry remains a Phylum U'Chakzii-Ziask SIA speciality, including Bussard ramjets. Information now shared with GSbAG researchers, designers, and starship architects exclusively. They also produce a wide range of high-gee interceptors, fast transports, and courier vehicles which leave gravitic vessels standing still. Those are now available to GSbAG customers. It also allows Phylum U'Chakzii-Ziask SIA to do research and testing of its vessels at the GISHMARCo Test & Development facilities in the Gishmarkash (Dagudashaag 3209) system.

Murdstone Yards: GSbAG took a 09% stake in Murdstone Yards when Vilani megacorporation Zirunkariish arranged mezzazine financing for the Board of Directors and Duke Vincent's family. This ownership / partnership allows GSbAG to refer customers for ships in the 100 to 5000 ton range while retaining larger size construction contracts and more valuable customers. It also, again, allows Murdstone Yards to do reliability testing of its vessels at the GISHMARCo Test & Development facilities in the Gishmarkash (Dagudashaag 3209) system. However, all data acquired from such testing must be shared with GISHMARCo Test & Development.

In the first century of the Imperium, GSbAG signed contracts with the Agency of Industrial Innovation of the Graytch, under which the Agency obtained the jump drive in exchange for the exclusive rights to develop Graytch structural engineering for the building of space habitats. The Graytch were soon in great demand for space construction under GSbAG promotions.

Trade Competitors[edit]

No information yet available.

Great Asset Swap[edit]

GSbAG was a major target of the 1126 Great Asset Swap and was thereafter controlled by appointees of the Hortalez board.

Worlds & Sectors (Astrography)[edit]

These systems have a substantial GSbAG presence.

Dagudashaag Sector
Gishmarkash: This system is owned and run by GISHMARCo Test & Development, a wholly owned subsidiary of GSbAG, specializing in starship systems testing and development. The abundance of common planetary bodies in the system make for an ideal testing ground for starship systems and complete starships. Two or three projects are generally ongoing at any one time so areas of the system are frequently prohibited from unauthorized vessels, particularly the mainworld, gas giants, and belts -- hence the Amber Zone status.
Deneb Sector
Magash: The GSbAG shipyard specializes in small production runs of luxury and custom vessels. The co-located Magash Shipbuilding & Spacedock Company builds limited production runs of more common vessels.
Solomani Rim Sector
Luna: The proper name for Terra's single large satellite, though most locals simply call it "The Moon".
Clavius: Clavius crater is the site of a high-technology industrial park producing electronic and gravitic components, vacuum-process equipment, and thin-film devices. It is currently operated by GSbAG. Note that the Clavius Particle Research Complex is run jointly by the Imperial Navy and Naasirka. Current research is highly classified.


World Listing: 1116[edit]

14 of 14 World articles in GSbAG
Bradley (Da 1822)  •  Bryn  •  Dekha  •  Ergo (Ma 0314)  •  Gishmarkash  •  Keum  •  Luna  •  Magash  •  Naston  •  Neto  •  Pekhuraa  •  Sternbach  •  Thengin  •  Upag  •  
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