6-U2M8 - Preparations are ongoing for the end of the year celebrations that include the Yoiul Festival and welcoming the new year. The Yoiul Festival, a popular holiday event observed throughout New Eden, has caused a surge of travel in and around the region of Syndicate. I-RED welcomes these travelers from both far and wide, and remains ever vigilant in guarding the space lanes.

After a meeting aboard the 6-U2M8 Oriki Commercial Center, we were able to catch I-RED Executor Alex Hinkelmann for some brief comments on plans for the alliance. "The I-RED Board of Directors understands that some of our employees observe the Yoiul Festival holiday, and welcoming the new year is always a cause for celebration. Non-essential personnel will be free to enjoy several days of holiday break, of course", stated Hinkelmann. "We look forward to partaking in the festivities with our valued employees and guests aboard the various Operation Grey Steel structures."

Aboard the 6-U2M8 Astrahus, the most populous structure under Operation Grey Steel©, residents and visitors alike are crowding around the different shops and malls. The Concourse, a supermassive shopping mall located within the heart of the citadel, which normally sees a good amount of consumers has been extra busy as of late. Management of the Concourse expects consumer traffic only to intensify as the Yoiul Festival approaches and last minute shoppers attempt to purchase their final gifts.

Busy times are ahead most certainly as the end of the YC118 year quickly approaches.