It would be great if you could check a distance before you commit a ship to move.
Example I have 2 ships at two different locations, and they both look about the same distance from target. Is one closer? Is the target within striking range, can I build a ship quicker at a close shipyard if its going to take more than one move.
A simple shift-Right mouse or Cntrl-right mouse or any combination with ship selected will give you path and distance.
should be easy to implement and very very useful...