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From version 2.50, it is possible for ships to get repairs, ammunition, units, and deployables at resupply ships belonging to their faction.
In a Nutshell
In the simplest case, all you have to do to use a resupply ship is:
- If your resupply ship is a carrier, attach it to a fleet.
- If your resupply ship is a fleet auxiliary ship, order it to Supply Fleet at a location in space or while assigning it to a fleet. (detailed here)
If you want more control or would like to understand more about how this works, read on.
Resupply Ships and Their Capabilities
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