Hello All and Welcome to a new the new thread dedicated HOOKHAUL Group and its New EU Partners, RAILNEX Group. A place for sharing ideas when it comes to fictional logistical companies, be a new company or old company looking to expand their business operations. There will be a lot of Role Play going on so here comes some CEO introductions. Okay so who am I. Well for those that don’t know much about me, then please allow me to Introduce myself as CEO of the HOOKHAUL Group UK and EU. I will also introduce RAILNEX as partner NOT as OWNER or CEO of said Company. I will also explain little more about what this thread is for and about. So my name is Lee, CEO of a fictional company called the HOOKHAUL Group. It’s one of many subsidiaries owned by me. Now the firm has been around for some time and like any company has had its ups and downs. I also have a in house Paint Shop called TSLP, which is quite a small operation so limited staff and resources. Due to the company wishing to expand in to the EU markets but is unable to grow as it is, then as CEO I have taken the opportunity to work with a successful CEO of the RAILNEX Group. His name is speedfreek#6380. He too wanted to be involved with UK operations yet due to His companies limited resources was unable to venture into the UK market. After a few discussions between myself and CEO of RAILNEX we have decided to partner up and work together to try share time and resources. Here I want to express my gratitude as CEO of the HOOKHAUL Group UK, EU to say I and my Team here are so delighted to be working alongside you and RAILNEX EU, UK. I wish us both success going forward and on a personal level really am proud to be part of this amazing partnership. Okay why have a thread and why need the community?. Well again as CEO and speaking on behalf of CEO RAILNEX we will need assistance at some stage. Especially my small TSLP Team that is planned to work on a large scale rebranding project. For new rolling stock and possibly old or existing stock. Here I will be looking at Subbing work out due to the current demand the TSLP Team have, as they are currently working on a Rail 200 Project. So this is where you the community come in. Now for RAILNEX UK the TSLP Paint Shop is planned to provide these as part of the partnership agreement held with speedfreak#6380 CEO of RAILNEX EU and UK. My agreement is to provide units on demand or as part of on going business growth. And so at this point RAILNEX has no obligation to provide units or Sub work out to me or you the community. This is speedfreaks wishes as this early stage. And so I must make that perfectly clear for readers. Okay CEO part or role play over. This thread has been set up for anyone interested in making fictional content for HOOKHAUL UK and EU. As all UK and EU HOOKHAUL branding and Logos is owned by me. All EU and UK RAILNEX branding and Logos belong to its respective owner. In this case speedfreak#6380. There for if you wish to be involved or make any work for me then permission has to be granted by me and only me in relation to HOOKHAUL its logo and branding. The same will apply if speedfreak#6380 is willing to give permission later on. But again I must state that He has no wishes to sub out at this moment in time. If He does then again only speedfreak#6380 can as owner of RAILNEX UK and EU give out permissions. Not me as I don’t own RAILNEX EU, UK. And speedfreak#6380 doesn’t own non of my logos or brands. Due to the nature of the work we are doing then it is very important that this is clear on who owns what. I am working with speedfreak as he has a professional approach and great passion for this and for what he does personally. I don’t have any experience or knowledge of UK or EU wagons and is why we have joined up. And why I am willing to share my logo and branding to see if others would like to get involved with making stock, if anyone feels there is some fun in having a fictional company or even be your own CEO. It’s not only about you support me or speedfreak more about us trying to support those interested in what comes with fictional work and role playing. So yes folks I and speedfreak Welcome you to this new thread. And I really hope we can all do something fun together. speedfreak this is for you with more to come soon.
And then last few pulling into Glasgow Queens street. So there we go speedfreak some photos of the beautiful UK countryside. And to everyone that has read this far. I and speedfreak welcome you. ✌
Good evening to you both, I am interested in creating a livery for your company. Is there an application form I can fill out? - end of Roleplay. I like the progress you've both made. I can tell a lot of hard work has been put into this so well done to you both. I am excited to see where your partnership goes JPlayz from the TSLP Team
good evening everyone and also I as CEO RailNex EU, UK and DistriNex Logistics BV NL welcome you all to this thread where it is about the collaboration between HH and RN, as you have understood from Lee we have created fictional companies in the game with their own liveries and logos. we like to give the game that little bit extra with a bit of role play and make screenshots with a story, you can make it all up yourself! although I was not sure to outsource my liveries people are allowed to participate in RAILNEX EU but a little bit of knowledge about European cargo trains is required.. and why? well I put a lot of time and energy into making the small details such as information stickers, numbers and all kinds of other things that make the trains and the brand look quite realistic and I would like to keep that look of my brand. so are you good at making liveries and have knowledge about european rolling stock and locos feel free to message me RAILNEX EU has a good partnership with HOOKHAUL UK and even though I have HOOKHAUL logo on some of my wagons the HH logo remains the rightful owner #Rigsby and should never be modified or misused. those are also the rules of RailNex EU, UK logo and my other venture. let's have fun with the game and making liveries with a little roleplaying in it. just fun here are some screenshots of my work ......
Hello there JPlayz, I’d like to take this opportunity and say thank you for showing interest in joining the HOOKHAUL Group. Due to high demand TSLP Paint Shops are recruiting experienced locomotive painters and spraying technicians. TSLP is our in house paint shop with a high level of quality that our customers expect. To make sure that we retain the company’s high expectations on quality then could you please provide us with the following. 1, A Correct HOOKHAUL Logo. 2, Place the HOOKHAUL Logo on ANY Wagon of your choice. 3, Additional details such as signs, wagon information etc. The more you add in order to make your work look realistic the team can consider you. I wish you success in your application process. Thank for applying and hope that you can be part of our Teams here. Lee. CEO Of the HOOKHAUL Group of Companies. Role Play over. Just do what they ask above. Don’t rush it mate, it sounds a good job. But I have heard it’s quite hard because they have so much on. Depends if you work on just HOOKHAUL work or not. They will be setting a different centre up soon. HOOKHAUL Services I think. A place that deals with all shorts out stuff. So if you get this Job you might be able to transfer when it opens. And hey thank you, speedfreak my company partner and CEO of RAILNEX EU, UK done an excellent Job. As you can see the quality of speedfreaks work is very high in my opinion. It’s a big test for me, as I will be buying the Vol 3 freight pack. Intermodal Containers. Timing mate, perfect timing again. So I have to follow the signs, it’s too much of a coincidence not to act. I said to you and speedfreak that you both came at the right time. Fate?, Paths?. The Plan?. Who knows it’s life, I can only act on what comes my way. That’s all I am doing. Living in the moment my friend. Enjoy the now not the past not the future. Enjoy what we have not what we don’t. Things happen and will come along when the time is ready. If we see the now the time and present, we might see when it’s time. And I will end there because I was only meant to be a few minutes lol. Right where is my off switch. ✌
Good morning to you both, I shall send over my application later on today. If accepted, I shall work to the best of my abilities and show progress of my work as of when I make significant progress. This could be in the form of photos, etc... Many thanks, JPlayz, from the TSLP Team *End of Roleplay I will probably do this in my spare time when I'm not working on projects for Rail 200. This is also why I wanted to make that roadmap I discussed yesterday so I could coordinate how to set up my spare time, etc... I've just thought of an idea as well. GBRF use class 66s on the Caledonian Sleeper runs. Maybe using the Railnex X Hookhaul livery I could try making a Caledonian Sleeper themed livery, if you are both happy for me to do so. Something to think about I suppose. Yeah it's kind of ironic considering how both me and Speedfreak joined during a similar time frame unexpectedly. I guess fate works in mysterious ways. By the way, I've tried creating some logos for the passenger operations for Hookhaul. I struggled slightly, but I'm making a small bit of progress. I'll update you when I have these.
what we really need at the moment is british rolling stock. bogie hoppers, container wagons, low loaders and the tankers, unfortunately i dont have the uk dlc (cargo mainline dlc's) and tees valley has some cool stuff in it i saw When it comes to info stickers and numbers, uk wagons look a lot like eu wagons what you can do is take an example of the info stickers on the wagons from the game. take pictures with your phone or screenshot it and try to recreate it. i also recommend to search multiple pictures on the internet and try to find pictures from as close as possible. the more stickers and the more precise you work is the better it will look. soo yeah that would be really cool if someone could make that let me know if anyone wants to do that or better yet get in touch with Rigsby because he does all the UK business and the wagons are needed for HOOKHAUL UK and RAILNEX UK. see you guys soon !
That actually works better for me in this case. I only own two German routes, LGV route, and one german loco. The rest of my collection is UK or US content. I'll try making two designs for my application so you can see what I can do with freight wagons as well as a single locomotive.
that's no problem at all and I'm really looking forward to what you're going to make if you have any questions and want tips about certain things or color codes etc you can always ask them
Good Afternoon to you Sir. Keeping things short I just want to say it’s a pleasure to see the photos and also finally hearing from you. It’s also good to see that on reflection you have chosen to Sub work out under strict rules. I have a few questions about the sharing process, so I’ll DM you later on. I’id like to congratulate you and our companies all the best, so let’s raise our glasses and say “Here to us” Look what we have created, and it’s fictional too. All just good fun and the joy of supporting community members at the same time. Hopefully this little thread will be of interest to those who share the same passions as we both do. Freight, logistics, and the merriment of it all in a role playing environment. I for one is definitely excited for this one. Ok time to get to work then Catch you soon speedfreak. Lee✌.
Thanks for this. What I will do speedfreak is I have most DLCs etc so I can focus on UK DLCs as thats my country of origin. As your more EU based, meaning most of your DLC catalogue is EU. I to also have to start from scratch with stock so I can help JPlayz along the way with all these matters and one JPlayz has raised about the other R200 project. As arrangements have been made in that I look after all UK operations for HH,RN the UK Groups and you the EU operations. Therefore no need to DM if your happy for me run public with this and I will direct anyone interested in EU side of operations to you. For application to work in my TSLP Paint Jobs or for future HHS jobs then as you can see I have put quality and skill set task to meet both our requirements of use if any application is to be strongly considered. Catch you again soon man. ✌
For time saving purposes I will just say this. I can help with the logos if you need it. Because I need you to pass, as you have locker set up with a load of work on for you. I know you are very knowledgeable so you have one advantage over me. I need to learn new stuff too so I can help with that as well go. For work and ideas etc then again we need to structure future work. Be a road map or by just acting. It can’t be rushed nor be all over the place. Let walk before we can run okay. I have a plan for you okay. But just relax and take it easy, one thing at a time. Rushing is where fun becomes a struggle a pressure pot of unnecessary stress. The mind can only handle so much, take too much on and that’s when standards slip and the fun stops. Chill man, to many thoughts or chiefs spoil the soup. Ideas are always welcome but we have ideas already a direction. I will DM you and look at the Meeting DMs. Just focus on getting some work done as HOOKHAUL has set you. Take your time. And the rest away from this thread topic will be discussed where appropriate. Catch you in a mo then. ✌
Hey cheers there, I’m so glad your excited as well are. I can’t wait to see HOOKHAUL UK and RAILNEX UK on TSW networks. I mean people say I take this to seriously but TSW is a game so I am playing a game. A game of adding fun for grown ups to immerse themselves in a world away from the big bad world. An escape and a way to bring guys together and be involved with this. The fun side but with a sense of seriousness to it. And hey if we see HOOKHAUL and RAILNEX on really new Stock then it will be seen across TSW networks. Self advertisement You do scenarios, EU, Freight, Different, Unique. Would using My and speedfreaks work add that to your scenarios. Why watch when you can be involved I’m sure speedfreak would appreciate seeing you place what you do here too, as would I. I might even down load one speedfreak may even have some ideas too as He too is full of ideas but short on time. Anyway your choice as always. It’s all happening now, so why watch it pass by. I mean Jplayz want to be involved and I really want him to push himself on this one. So please TG08 tell him to relax and focus on this for now, I need to speak to you to understand what your long terms plans are, and all. Right well before I go waffling on any longer I will say thanks TG08. I hope you can surprise us with a scenario If Jplayz passes we can get rolling stock moving then hahaha. I’m tied up with 43 825 ya see. Lee✌.
Unfortunately I've had to delay my application until tomorrow. I apologise for the inconvenience. Enjoy the rest of your evening, JPlayz
Okay received new stock this evening. Wasn’t what I was expecting to be fair. I thought the containers came with it. So not very happy really. I wanted to work on the containers. A delay on the first Jobs booked in now. Great. Bernard.
indeed bro we can't paint the containers because then DTG is afraid that we will make brands that they don't have a license for? that also makes the container wagons one of the most difficult wagons to make because of the lack of work space
I thought it would be that man. If on about that it’s why I feel we only had 300 decals. The more decals we get the more real world TOCs we can do, A real same because what about those, Me and you say who are interested in what we’re doing. I bought it for US and our UK operations. It defeats the objective of having mixed freight if we can’t alter. And what about if we gained permission?. So yes I a little disappointed because I was really geared up for it. I understand where you’re coming from tho. Guess it’s one of them. Money wasted again, my fault for not checking properly. So due to the situation pick what you would like me to do for your operations. I have quite a mixed bag of stock. If you check out my TSLP thread, there I have placed a list of DLCs I own. Later Brother. Rigsby✌.
No mate, just Vol 3. Thinking of it tho. I do have a number of tankers and that from over the years I’ve been with the franchise. Did you check my DLC list out?. If I find someone with Vol 1 then I’ll give you a nod. Why what are you thinking off doing?. Rigsby. ✌
Good afternoon both, I am currently working on a wagon as part of my application. This should be ready within the next few hours
I’m Proud to announce that 66 754 “Enterprise” is now available. Here is a link. Catalogue number and Job number TSLP175. https://creatorsclub.dovetailgames.com/creations/216567 It’s taken a while but these things can’t be rushed. Our first one speedfreak. I want to say big thank to you all and to TSLP Paint Shops, especially to Bernard for all His hard work with the recent changes in the business. This is for you everyone. Enjoy. Rigsby. ✌. CEO of HOOKHAUL Group.
Absolutely fantastic news. We have been held up due the situation with our recent delivery. So if you can come to our aid I may give you a nice bonus in your pay packet. But please remember WE MUST have the application process completed before any agreements or permission can be granted. I am contractually obligated with RAILNEX UK to do this. This is both our strict company policy on quality control. I do thank you for your (Edit) input at such a difficult time. Bernard.
otherwise you could maybe make a livery for it mate. Those VTG tankers are the right ones for the job and no I don't know where to find your DLC list mate. which ones do you have? - my new ideas for the TRAXX 185 2X RAILNEX of which 1 runs for DistriNex the work is still in progress because I'm also not sure if I leave them like this or change things, I'm a bit with the layer problem testing what is and isn't possible. i also finished the WASC0SA Shimmns today and you can download it on CC ! RNPS1 Soo I've worked enough for now, maybe I'll continue later tonight
Here is my TSLP thread link. https://forums.dovetailgames.com/threads/tslp-liveries-news-updates.73295/ It a mixed bag of old me. Forget all that and go near the end. You will see the most recent posts……… Rigsby. ✌
I’m glad you went white as I may go grey green. So your new 66 will be slightly different as it UK based. You will see soon. For stock then I’m just getting into it so again if you see what I own we can see what’s what. I’m working on UK rolling stock, but if I get a new applicant pass our quality control then I could see if they can jump on to either EU or UK stock. Depends what they own tho. What decal problem are you facing?. On the livery’s it a little large for my tastes, but I don’t know much about EU livery’s, all I know is they are bolder and brighter than UK TOCs. So if that’s the taste of theme of EU livery’s then forget what I said. I think if you add to the bottom of your logo like with the existing logo I done for UK livery’s. It may help add some edge to it, break it up a little. I feel it looks to cheap if that makes sense. If you blending a new EU company with RAILNEX, then can you not have RAILNEX, xxxxxxx. And then on xxxxxxxxxx have RAILNEX Group in the little box. I will try make a start on your 66, as my paint shop has just unloaded 66 754 as you can see. And then a livery for Rail 200. Hopefully you will see what I mean. Rigsby. ✌
yeah i meant the limit of 1000, i wanted to go completely crazy but it just won't work. the first blue white seems to be doomed already. the other one will be something but they were just ideas so it can still change a lot mate haha. i really hope to see the wagons mate, i saw your DLC list but don't really know what each one has. i only know the cargo dlc's a bit so what else did you have in mind?
Always a problem mate. And testing is what I do or weight up what could be done. I’m pushing the boat out with these. As you can see complex work and getting tight on them decals. And for ideas well rather than waffling on like Lee I will get a detailed list as I have one plan that I will be sticking with. But once you check out the detailed list I will get for you tomorrow then we can discuss ideas further. I’ll be clocking off soon too. Help Bernard get the above livery out. I can focus on HST rakes then. Your 66 and aggregate Wagons are booked in to TSLP Paint Sheds also. Rigsby. ✌
Yep, try keep them similar to the original drawings. Wait until I get on the good stuff tho. I know you’re busy, yet would you like to do something Railway 200 themed?. The R200 project Team are trying to create The Greatest Gathering on TSW5, so we need some liveries in for the scenarios. I’d love to see what you create. R. ✌
hey mate, sorry for the late response I didn't see this message. was very busy with all sorts of things and played HELLDIVERS 2 with a mate for a few days. But I was wondering how things are going here with you boys I've heard you talk about rail200 project before but what does that actually entail? is it something British or worldwide? I would like to join but I don't think I have time for it because I also want to continue with RAILNEX/HOOKHAUL EU and I always have a lot of realistic liveries planned.
Hello you, I was getting worried like. Hell Divers A. Into Planes, the Pacific Theatre?. And us well right now mate I feel all over the place so I’ll have to be quick mate. Basically The whole concept of R200 Project was an open project for community members to support by sharing their ideas and work. We then add to scenarios and that’s it basically. Yet we have a small Team which is expanding. Now this is all in relation to R200. Now TG08 is probably the most important member of the Team. We have made some basic arrangements. And He could be open to doing something with the HH,RN project but on a scenario side. If we could come together at some point to work the finer details out then could TG08 and our Team help you free up time. Now if do scenarios yourself then maybe TG08 or another Team member could pick that up freeing you up to do liveries. That’s what I’ll be doing going forward with The Teams and Sub Teams. Taking orders as such, I can’t make scenarios yet if it allows others to be involved with what they love doing, have some fun and excitement along the way. So yes that’s it really you could just do normal theme for UK or fictional one like I have been doing as one or two of mine are going on show. You can simply drop a livery off or have a chat with the Team and I see if we could assist or support each other. Similar to this thread, we are too busy due to the nature of our work. Yet if anyone wants to be involved with us and this HH,RN project then we have some set rules or guidelines in place. For subbing so we’re sharing work and ideas with others. Well I hope I explained enough clearly for you, I am in a rush today. Before I go tho I’ve not given up on this project as Jplayz is or was interested in doing some UK work for me. Unfortunately I feel Jplayz can’t fully commit due to some upcoming life events, yet He could assist in other areas because He knows Hos stuff too. UK or EU/World Event. I think it’s more a UK based event due to its origins. Yet this is a game, the world has added to the development of rail so to me it’s open to all. Why should anyone miss out on what is essentially a bit of fun. So the lads have run it past me about a HOOKHAUL livery. You Have RAILNEX. We are operators so why can’t we our companies not be part of the celebrations. I’m glad they did put that suggestion across. Because the real The Greatest Gathering event is supported mostly by freight operators. I would love to see you there so would all the Team. Ok, well so glad to hear from you, as I say I was getting worried like. (Life on Road mate) Hopefully we can discuss more soon when all parties have some free time. Until then my friend. It’s an over and out from me. Lee✌.
Good afternoon both, I apologise for being so quiet for the past week or so. I do have some plans in place now which I've discussed with Lee regarding my personal situation, meaning I can now free up some time to work on my application. I'll be making two liveries (A special livery for Hookhaul and one for the HH x RN application) I have recently bought more DLCs opening up more freight opportunities with freight stock. I shall get back to you both if anything changes. As I say, I do apologise for my quiet departure and will ensure that I make up for it in the coming weeks. I should have an update for Lee later for the HH special livery, but the HH x RN work will be something I shall get back to you both on at a later time Many thanks, JPlayz
hahah i always watch buddy don't worry but i don't quite understand what you mean but helldivers is a shooter game hahah just some fun with friends. but okay and is there also freight in it? and i did make a scenario but just simple from A to B, i wish i could make it so that you actually have to do things like shunting wagons or something i think it would be cool to have crazy scenarios for freight transport of RN and HH i'm more into making liveries and yes you certainly explained it well buddy but idk what i could add to it from my side because i'm already quite busy you know soo yeahh we're all busy and that's not bad right ! i hope to see more RN and HH in the future.
Hello. This isn’t a problem I will keep my nose out As long as some communication has been made between you and speedfreak. Only so I am still keeping to my original arrangements with speedfreak about the quality side that’s all. I can show you a few things while I’m in limbo right now. (Shorting the RM with ideas etc). When I do get five I will do a little rundown of how to do the HH logo. Does that sound good to you? Rigsby. ✌
Good man, I always remember what my Mum told me once. I could be the best driver in the world, it’s everyone else on the road are the ones to worry about. Helldivers I thought were a game about planes for some reasons lol. Okay for the R200 project side. Anyone can join in and I was wondering if TG08 my main man for planning all scenarios. So I think TG08 is interested in doing some HH,RN scenarios. You may even be speaking to him already. I know a few members seem to be doing a few little things here and there. So keeping my nose out. That’s all it is really to see if anyone in my Team could help you and me due to our workload. Again a reason for having the guidelines we have in place for if anyone wishes to help or get involved such as Jplayz. For time then I know your situation and as a community member or friend respectfully understand your situation. I don’t work yet still have no time for what I do so, I can’t imagine being involved with something you haven’t got time for along side everything is too much. Trust me I fully understand. You’re more than welcome to drop by the R200 Prep thread. I’ve just done something like this for TG08. You see all I am doing is making what I can as an individual and what TG08 might need for scenarios. So if TG08 was happy to then those scenarios you would love to see, then TG08 can make it happen. You will still be able to what you love best. Liveries like me. So yes man it’s all cool, I’ll be making a RM with TG08 soon, in fact I’m gonna boost that side of my TSLP/R200 Job sheets. I need to brake it down into categories for TG08 and the Team function better. Right well as I say it’s all cool man, you know I understand fully mate. I’ve been there myself in my little 3.5 ton Luton Van. Catch you soon, be safe Brother Rigsby. ✌
Regarding scenarios, I want to clear something up. The scenario I'm making will not be explicitly for the HH/RN project. It will be one of my scenarios coming up for my regular content, which will include at least ONE AI freight service with some liveries that speedfreak has released. Explicit HH/RN scenarios are something that is not being done, as I'm very busy with not only the R200 project, but my own content as well. Just wanted to clear everything up, just in case people misinterpret your post thinking that I'm making explicit scenarios for HH/RN. (I'm not affiliated with HH or RN, I'm just being nice by adding a couple of speedfreak's RN liveries onto a scenario I'm planning as part of my CC Roadmap.) TG08 .
Hey I’m glad you have, because you I felt that vibe you was doing more. My Bad. So if you’re not part of HH,RN officially I can’t include you in anyway way with anything official done by HH, RN UK. My division and HH,RN EU as speedfreaks division. What speedfreak does with EU operations has nothing do with me. He is CEO of HH,RN Europe. I’m CEO of HH,RN, UK. Hence if we have no partnership, then we have no business no communication. Meaning what plans I do have going forward means as an individual then I shall seek someone separately to deal with HH,RN scenarios, as an official HH,RN, UK partner. As CEO of the HOOKHAUL and groups under HOOKHAUL Umbrella then we can no longer provide our services to you. I will speak to Bernard now about the situation. I thank you for your time on cleaning up any confusion, it’s unfortunate we can’t do business together officially this time. Risgby. CEO of the HOOKHAUL Group of Companies.
It is unfortunate that I shall not work with you on this occasion, but I will still be working on the R200 project though. TG08 .
Good afternoon, No it's okay. You and Speedfreak are owners of your respective companies so I don't mind. Good point. I may start a DM with Speedfreak if he is happy to do that as we already have one. No it's okay. As CEOs you should be made aware of progress, etc... Yes that would be great thanks. Take your time though as I'm experimenting with the Arriva Trains Wales 57 livery to make it fit the theme (oops I said too much )
