Merj spaceport, a spaceport located on the planet of Merj, sided with the Separatist Alliance throughout the Clone Wars. As a result of this alliance, Republic freighters were prohibited from using the spaceport; however, smugglers such as Has Obitt still utilized it and cultivated a good relationship with the spaceport control personnel. A laboratory complex under Separatist control was situated nearby. During the year 21 BBY, Republic Intelligence operatives engaged in a confrontation with spaceport customs agents at this location.