Saying they are going to start shipping is good news which seems do-able.   No big up-front investment to initiate.  Work out the details as the project builds.  OK they may take baby steps at first.  At least it would be shovels in the ground - rock on the road - and some money coming in.  I think after all this time, agony, and delay we should cool it and hope for the best.   I am sure management has not grown fonder with our increasing doubt and suspicion