The Light of Domestic Products: The whole world begs me to sell

Chapter 286 It's Good To Be Rich
In an ordinary office building in Shuangliu District, Rongcheng City, a company nameplate with the name "Happy Planet" hangs on the 15th floor of a company.

"Happy Planet" is a satellite company established in the last two years. It is the first project started by founder Zhang Xiaoou and his Harbin Institute of Technology classmates after graduation.

but.

Although supported by national policies in the past two years, the domestic commercial aerospace industry has flourished, but at the same time, more and more capital has entered the market, and the competition in the entire market has become extremely fierce.

For satellite companies like them started by college alumni, it doesn't matter if they want to be related, and it doesn't matter how advanced the core technology is if they want technology.

After receiving an investment of 500 million from the angel round at the beginning of its establishment, no capital group was willing to invest in them after the money was burned out.

And the worst thing is that several founders have been completely out of food after half a year of persistence, and now even the original investors have directly told them to close their doors and go bankrupt...

in the office.

"The order from the Rongcheng Meteorological Observatory that TM has been following for two months has gone yellow again!"

"After talking for two months, the leader finally said that he was afraid that the quality of our satellites is not as good as that of the Milky Way satellites. You are so angry!"

"Xiaoou, you have to think of a way. In this case, we really have to close the door!"

Zhang Xiaoou sat on the boss chair with a sad face, talking to Zhou Ping, a college classmate who started a business with him.

After a while, Zhang Xiaoou sighed deeply:

"Brother Ping, the order from my side has also failed. I'm afraid we really won't be able to tide over the difficulties this time."

Zhou Ping was suddenly discouraged and slumped on the sofa. Both of them graduated from Harbin Institute of Technology, majoring in satellite design and manufacturing. They never expected that the first innovation in their lives would end in failure.

For a while, the atmosphere in the office was a little silent, and the two of them sat quietly, not knowing what to say.

At this moment, unexpectedly, a familiar message sounded from the QQ software on the desk. Zhang Xiaoou subconsciously saw that it was an industry group in the work group.

On weekdays, there will be some business consultations in the industry group. Out of habit, Zhang Xiaoou clicked on it, and it turned out to be an industry news.

"Announcement on the approval of Phoenix Group's near-earth Ka frequency band application."

Zhang Xiaoou was stunned for a moment, Phoenix Group?

He couldn't believe it for a while, and quickly clicked on the news to see that the news actually came from the official website of the Ministry of Industry!
In an instant, Zhang Xiaoou's heart was filled with many doubts. Before he could figure it out, the QQ group was blown up...

"Fuck, the Phoenix Group has also come to apply for the frequency band? When did this happen? Why didn't you hear any news?"

"It's so strange. Isn't it at least one year to get the approval result after submitting the application materials for the frequency band? Phoenix Group reported it a year in advance?!"

"No, no, everyone noticed that this is the Ka frequency band, the Ka frequency band, I remember that only the Aerospace Group has some Ka frequency bands now? Why did the Phoenix Group also apply for it?"

"Fuck, brothers, I have a bold idea. It wouldn't be the Ministry of Industry that gave the latest Ka frequency band of the Aerospace Group to the Phoenix Group..."

"Oh my god, no way, Aerospace Group is the national team, my son..."

Seeing this, Zhang Xiaoou's expression was completely stunned, and various information flashed through his mind quickly.

He didn't care about how the Phoenix Group's Ka-band came about, all his attention fell on the Phoenix Group's entry into the commercial aerospace field!

The stunned expression for more than ten seconds also made Zhou Ping on the side find something unusual. Zhou Ping quickly stood up and asked:
"Xiaoou, what's the matter with you? Don't be overthinking it!"

Zhang Xiaoou already had a preliminary idea in his heart, and became more and more excited.

He stood up abruptly, and excitedly said to Zhou Ping:

"Brother Ping, I found a solution to the order!"

"Look, the Phoenix Group has also entered the field of commercial spaceflight!"

Zhou Ping was stunned for a moment, and then saw the news on the screen about Phoenix applying for the Ka frequency band, but he hadn't reacted yet, and shook his head and said:
"Xiaoou, if a group as big as the Phoenix Group enters commercial aerospace, they will definitely set up their own satellite department."

"We are a satellite company, can they see our satellites? Can they use our satellites?!"

Zhang Xiaoou hurriedly waved his hands and said:
"Of course they don't like our satellites, but!"

"We can ask them if they need to manufacture satellites or provide satellite designs. This is our last chance!"

"If we can get the satellite order from the Phoenix Group, that will allow us to last a while longer!"

Only then did Zhou Ping understand what Zhang Xiaoou was thinking, and said in a daze:

"Xiaoou, what do you mean, we will help Phoenix Group to do satellite OEM?"

"However... a big group like the Phoenix Group, they should also produce their own satellites, right? And, even if they need OEM, can we compete with big companies?"

"I think this matter is a bit suspenseful..."

Zhang Xiaoou sighed deeply. His senior, Zhou Ping, has a solid foundation in technology, but he is too afraid of difficulties in doing things!

Before things are done, I always try to find ways to convince myself with various reasons...

He shook his head and said:

"Brother Ping, don't worry about this matter!"

"Now our 'Happy Planet' has fallen into the worst situation. This time, regardless of whether the Phoenix Group needs our OEM or not, I will try my best!"

"Their headquarters is in Shancheng. I will drive to Shancheng immediately. This is our only hope!"

……

the other side.

Phoenix Group Headquarters.

"Boss, it's a bit difficult. I went to the Aerospace Corporation in person. Their Secretary Zhang Hao Zhang didn't even look at our satellite design drawings, so he directly rejected us."

Director Zhang walked into the office in a hurry, and reported the news to Hu Lai as soon as he came back from Aerospace Corporation.

Hu Lai rubbed his forehead. All the procedures of the Phoenix Group passed the approval quickly. The Ministry of Industry also gave him the news that the Ka frequency band of the Aerospace Group was also given to him. He had just received the notification from Chen Hai.

"Old Zhang, it's no wonder the Aerospace Corporation this time. We took their Ka-band. They have complaints, and it's normal that they don't want to help."

"Now I can only trouble you, let's find another 'satellite company' to make it!"

Director Zhang naturally knew the whole story, so he nodded and said:
"Boss, I'm going to find a few more satellite companies to ask."

"Well, Lao Zhang, you have to hurry up!"

Hu Lai gave a few more instructions, and just as the factory manager was about to leave, suddenly the secretary of the office came in.

"Mr. Hu, the doorman called just now and said that there is a boss at the door who claims to be the 'Happy Planet' satellite company and wants to see you."

"That man looks like a college student who just graduated, do you see it?"

Hu Lai and Director Zhang looked at each other and laughed at the same time.

Unexpectedly, one second here was still discussing the matter of finding a satellite company to manufacture, and the next second someone appeared at the gate of the headquarters...

I have to say that sometimes life is so wonderful.

Hu Lai showed a smile on his face and said:
"The name 'Happy Planet' makes me happy. Since I am so determined to come here in person, let him come up."

When the secretary heard Hu Lai's permission, he hurriedly withdrew, and the factory manager Zhang was not in a hurry to leave. He sat down on the sofa and couldn't help sighing:
"Boss, opportunities are for those who are prepared."

"I really didn't expect that we didn't release any news, and someone came to the door so quickly. I have to say that this person's business acumen is absolutely very high."

Hu Lai nodded, and after a while, Zhang Xiaoou, the founder of "Happy Planet", pushed open the door of Hu Lai's office and walked in.

Hu Lai and Director Zhang looked at Zhang Xiaoou curiously, only to see that Zhang Xiaoou was dressed in a formal suit, with a flowing hairstyle parted in the middle and a thin body, which made him look elegant.

Zhang Xiaoou was a little nervous. Although he was a modest entrepreneur, this person in front of him was the boss of the famous Phoenix Group!
Seeing both Hu Lai and Director Zhang looking at him, Zhang Xiaoou couldn't help but timidly said:

"Mr. Hu, hello..."

Hu Lai saw that Zhang Xiaoou looked at the director Zhang and didn't know what to say, and introduced with a smile:
"This is our factory director..."

Zhang Xiaoou nodded quickly, and kept saying:

"Hello, Mr. Zhang, hello, Mr. Zhang!"

After nervously saying hello, Zhang Xiaoou finally calmed down, and hurriedly took out two business cards from his bag and handed them over:

"Mr. Hu, Mr. Zhang, this is my business card. I am Zhang Xiaoou, the founder of the 'Happy Planet' satellite company."

Hu Lai took the business card and motioned for Zhang Xiaoou to sit down and talk. Before he could speak, Zhang Xiaoou hurriedly introduced:

"Mr. Hu, thank you for meeting me in your busy schedule. I won't delay your time and get straight to the point. The main purpose of my visit today is to ask if Phoenix needs satellite OEM business."

"Our 'Happy Planet' satellite company is a satellite company with complete qualifications and a certain satellite production capacity. If you need it, we can give you a preferential price."

"Moreover, we also have a one-stop service that can help you contact rocket companies, ground service stations, etc., which will save you a lot of time..."

Hu Lai smiled, and it was obvious that Zhang Xiaoou was a little nervous, as soon as they met, he directly expressed all his intentions.

He didn't rush to answer, but instead asked:

"How did you know we needed satellite foundry business?"

Zhang Xiaoou was stunned for a moment, then his face became ecstatic.

According to Mr. Hu, it means that Phoenix Group really needs satellite OEM.

Suddenly, his heart became more excited, and he quickly replied:

"Mr. Hu, I saw the Ministry of Industry's announcement about our Phoenix Group's Ka-band, so I wanted to ask in person to ask if you need satellite OEM!"

"To tell you the truth, our 'Happy Planet' business has been a bit difficult recently, and it is the last resort to contact you!"

After finishing speaking, Zhang Xiaoou stood up excitedly, patted his chest and said:

"Mr. Hu, don't worry, as long as you give us the order, we will finish it with quality and quantity."

"Moreover, our price will definitely give you the best price!"

With that said, Zhang Xiaoou hurriedly handed the company information he brought to them from his briefcase.

Hu Lai took the information and looked at it briefly. In a short period of time, Zhang Xiaoou had already mentioned the price twice. It seemed that they really cared about this batch of orders.

Thinking of this, Hu Lai put down the documents in his hand, looked at Zhang Xiaoou and said:
"We have designed a brand new 'remote sensing small satellite'. You can see if it can be done first. If it can be done, we can sign the contract today."

"Sign the contract today?"

Zhang Xiaoou was dumbfounded, unable to believe it.

Boy, is this too simple? !

In his opinion, it would be considered a success if he could meet Mr. Hu today and get in touch with a manager in charge of the satellite of the Phoenix Group.

Unexpectedly, what Mr. Hu meant in front of him was that as long as it is suitable, it will be settled directly? !

Turtle, isn't it too hasty?

Is this how big companies behave?
Hearing this, Zhang Xiaoou's heart thumped violently. Director Zhang also took out the information of the "small remote sensing satellite" and put it on the table.

Zhang Xiaoou excitedly flipped through a thick stack of structural drawings, glanced briefly, and suddenly showed surprise on his face.

While flipping through the key structure quickly, he murmured:
"Mr. Hu, is this the 'remote sensing optical satellite' you designed?"

"This……"

Hu Lai was not in a hurry to speak. After about ten minutes, Zhang Xiaoou slowly raised his head and said:

"Mr. Hu, to tell you the truth, the physical structure of all satellites is actually similar."

"The satellite is nothing more than 'antenna for receiving signals from the satellite', 'power supply system with solar panels', 'propulsion system to control orbit and satellite attitude', and 'payload system for placing various instruments inside'!"

"However, this is the first time I have seen a satellite that can adopt a flat design, and can refine the internal structure of the satellite to such an extent that it can still ensure the strength of the overall structure!"

"I have to say that I have never seen the interior design of this satellite. Such an exterior and interior design are really ingenious!"

"Whether it's the location of the antenna or the location where the solar panels are hidden, these already constitute patents, right?"

Factory Manager Zhang on the side nodded and said:
"These technologies are indeed patented."

Zhang Xiaoou glanced at the data map lingeringly, and then slowly looked at Hu Lai.

He thought for a moment and sorted out his words.

"Mr. Hu, although your satellite drawings are complex and exquisite in structure, with your drawings, we can still complete the construction according to the drawings."

"However, do you purchase the relevant optical components involved, or do we purchase them on your behalf?"

"All of you will purchase together!"

Hearing this, Zhang Xiaoou hurriedly picked up the documents and looked carefully at the key parts.

After a while, he frowned slightly, his expression seemed a little tangled.

Hu Lai asked suspiciously:
"Mr. Zhang, if you have any questions, just ask them directly."

Zhang Xiaoou sighed slightly and said:
"Mr. Hu, I just took a closer look at the materials and optical components used in this satellite, and the price calculated together is more expensive than ordinary small satellites..."

"The production of this satellite is more difficult than ordinary satellites. If we add our foundry fee, the cost of this small satellite will be a bit high..."

cost?

Hu Lai suddenly smiled, looked at Zhang Xiaoou and said:
"How long will it take for you to give birth?"

After thinking for a while, Zhang Xiaoou said:
"It will take about a month!"

"One month?"

Hu Lai shook his head. The engineer of Phoenix Map said that the small satellite could be successfully produced in a few days.

"Can the time go faster?"

Zhang Xiaoou's face showed embarrassment, and after a while, he still gritted his teeth and said:
"can!"

"Mr. Hu, as long as you trust us, I will organize the staff to work overtime to produce, and it should be able to produce in half a month!"

"It's a big deal, let's increase overtime wages for employees!"

Hu Lai fully understood that this was a financial problem.

He smiled and said:

"Mr. Zhang, how much does it cost you to manufacture this satellite for us?"

Zhang Xiaoou was taken aback, looked at Hu Lai's half-smile expression, and tentatively said:

"Mr. Hu, let's earn some hard work. If the work is completed in 15 days, the OEM fee will be about [-] yuan. Do you think it's okay?"

"Although the price is a bit more expensive than the market, your satellite production is indeed more difficult, and we have to organize employees to work overtime and pay them extra overtime pay. After all, we are just earning hard money..."

Hu Lai and Director Zhang looked at each other and said with a smile:

"100 million!"

"We will prepay you 100 million processing fees first, and require the production to be completed within a week, and we will calculate the material costs separately!"

"is it okay?!"

100? !
???

Turtle!Zhang Xiaoou's eyes almost popped out.

Good guy, Mr. Hu, are you starting to show your money-making ability?Ready to throw money at me?

Zhang Xiaoou was stunned, Hu Lai went on to say:

"We don't have a dedicated satellite department yet. The one-stop rocket launch service and ground base station service you mentioned will be integrated by you together."

"I know that the launch of small satellites nowadays is 'carpooling'. In order to save launch costs, several satellites and dozens of satellites share a rocket to go to space."

"If we don't have a suitable rocket to go to the sky during our launch cycle, then you can help us find a commercial rocket company, and we will send a 'special car rocket' to launch alone!"

What the hell!

In order to launch a small satellite to the sky alone with a launch vehicle...

It's so fucking stupid!
Zhang Xiaoou stared blankly at the two, the shock in his heart could not be expressed in words!
In an instant, there were only two words in his mind.

It's nice to have money.

(End of this chapter)