Space Carrier Battle Group

Background
The Space Carrier Battle Group is a group formation of starships, ultra carriers and escort carriers classified under the United Federation of Earth Navy. To differentiate it from the Space Carrier Strike Group, a Space Carrier Battle Group typically consists of more than 2 Ultra Carriers or Escort Carriers combined with their respective strike groups to form a dynamic and effective battle group. A typical battle group consists of ultra carriers and escort carriers, along with guided-missile cruisers, assault cruisers, destroyers and frigates which form the bulk of the escort force of the battle group. A battle group is capable of conducting any missions, from humanitarian missions in peacetime to deterrence patrols during times of high tensions with hostile nations. The Space Carrier Battle Group is currently in use with the U.F.E. Navy.

History
The term "Space Carrier Battle Group" was formed in mid-2240s when U.F.E. was planning to acquire new escort carriers and subsequently, full-size ultra and fleet carriers. It was first used during the deterrence patrols of 2249 when U.F.E. was faced with the possibility of an all-out nuclear attack by Salome and Communist Union Forces.

Components of a SCVBG
A typical Space Carrier Battle Group (SCVBG) consists of at least 2 Space Carrier Strike Groups (either ultra carriers or escort carriers). Each battle group has around 2 space carriers, 100+ cruisers, 200+ frigates, over 80 destroyers and at least 10 replenishment ships. On occasions, 2 to 3 attack submarines will escort the battle group. However, due to the U.F.E. Navy's limited number of submarines, they are usually not part of a carrier battle group.