I think there's been a gigantic mix up here.
As far as I understand, the company needs to get rid of 2000HCE. Therefore, VR and PT has been offered. The only time CR would come into the equation is if there isn't enough for VR/PT.
The 90 day notice comes into play if no agreement can be found in negotiations, and that's where CR would come into play.
New fleet will happen regardless, and there are plenty of people swimming in the hold pool, chomping at the bit.
Surely, it is possible to discuss/negotiate several issues in one session? Especially when the deadline is so close. Even if this isn't possible, I'm baffled it's taken this long for all this palaver. It's putting our jobs on the line, and I (and I suspect a lot more cc) do not want to lose my job because of a few die-hard non-negotiators.
Gg