"I suppose it's always possible though that there is a settlement before the last claim is constructed, which if that happens, I suppose would essentially prolong the soap opera (benefiting certain players - I'm sure all can figure who) barring any kind of settlement announcement that contained real and substantial settlement $$ figures."

If there is a settlement I am certain all parties will once again be pleased. Ship PTSC will continue to endlessly drift the oceans never reaching port. No matter how good the components of the ship, if the Captain (DL) doesn't want to reach port all that's left the passengers is to jump ship or commit to an endless journey.