When v3 is released, the security of the waterways in Firestone will be more vital than ever as there’s water everywhere. With basically a sea surrounding v3, there’s an ample amount of opportunity to grow and expand the maritime industry, especially in the law enforcement and commercial sector.
Commercial Sector:
It’s very normal, especially on islands, to see Ferry systems operated by the State Department of Transportation or a company. Using ferries would provide more roleplay opportunities, such as water emergencies with 10+ souls onboard and different and fun travel methods.
They should also consider implementing a fishing system, in which civilians can fish, return to port, sell the fish they caught, and make money by doing so. They should also consider allowing companies to possess their own boats with liveries (such as Capital Gas’ Maritime Operations, or maybe a Construction Company)
Maritime Law Enforcement:
With all of these maritime activities taking place, the Coast Guard and their MSRT will serve more purpose than ever as there is now a higher chance of crime onboard vessels. I believe the Coast Guard should get its own station (small and beside FNG) as they’ll need to quickly be able to respond when emergencies happen on the water (because in v2 they gotta drive through GD to prison gov docks).
Focus on Maritime Development:
For far too long has DOC:MD, FNG:CG, SCFD:SAR, and civilian boating been overlooked. The lack of development and focus makes something that could make this state unique and fun really boring and hardly ever used. I mean hell Coast Guard is basically just Military Police at this point until the rare occasion of a water emergency comes over the radio. Boats need to be remodeled to look more realistic, more features need to be added, and different activities need to be added for people to actually do something. Make buoy lights go out and have DOBW fix them. The creation of the Maritime Community was a great idea in Firestone but you can’t just give people some overpriced boats and expect it to thrive.
If I made any typo’s or anything that makes 0 sense in this please let me know so I can fix it I spent like only 10 mins typing this.