Well, the idea for an IC info post might be enough. Since, technically, he has already been helping Jack research Vulcanus in general. But the sense of urgency isn't there yet, nor is the realization what Vulcanus wants to do to Imports here.

A little inspiration goes a long way - Kotetsu's not as smart as some of his colleagues, so he may not get the idea until someone else jogs his brain toward it.