Rebirth of Hong Kong Island, leading the technology war

Chapter 244 Spaceport, Bill Gates's Plan

is it possible?

At first glance, it does seem absurd and nonsensical.

But when Hu Jiangshan recalled the events of his past life, it seemed to make sense and there was a certain possibility.

Malak's Starlink satellites have been in space for a long time now, and small satellites are still being launched into space.

The Starlink satellite network is actually not some advanced technology. Its concept can even be said to be backward. It has little practical value and it is almost impossible to make a profit.

However, one function of Starlink satellite is quite obvious, which is to occupy the low-orbit satellite channel.

It is conceivable that when the sky is full of Starlink satellites, other countries, including China, will think that it will be difficult to launch satellites.

What is this called? This is called first-mover advantage.

Even if Malak launched some garbage up there, regardless of whether it has any special functions, as long as there are enough of them and they occupy most of the low orbit of the Blue Planet, it would be a success.

The so-called provision of network services is just a side job and part of the plan.

This is called occupying the toilet without taking a shit.

All the knowledgeable people on Blue Star can see the other party's intentions, but there is nothing they can do about it. It is a kind of open conspiracy.

It would be fine if China did not have the ability to respond, the key is that it has the ability, so it has already been discussing corresponding plans.

China has already supported five or six private aerospace companies to develop low-cost reusable rocket technology like Malak.

As long as the rocket launch technology is mature, we will be qualified to accept satellite orders from China and launch satellites into the sky.

On the one hand, it can lay out the network, and on the other hand, it can seize track resources.

Of course, if some aerospace companies are really excellent and can accept more difficult jobs, such as delivering goods and people to the space station, or even launching lunar probes, it is not impossible.

Since we can support private aerospace companies, then we can also support foreign aerospace companies.

As long as they have strong capabilities, can play a positive role, and launch successful attacks, it is reasonable to pay money to get things done.

Anyway, the tasks assigned to them are nothing more than simple tasks like launching satellites into the sky, and there is no possibility of any tasks involving confidential information.

Introducing strong companies can also create competition domestically, allowing local companies to develop faster and better.

This is the so-called catfish effect.

The reason why Tesla was introduced to China and was wholly owned and given many benefits was because of achieving this effect.

The following years proved that this move was very successful, and China's electric vehicles almost trampled on cars from other countries.

Also, Geiss has only proposed to build a launch site, but has not mentioned establishing a space company, so the sensitivity is even lower.

As long as they launch things into the sky without permission, there won't be any harm to the launch site.

When Hu Jiangshan thought about this, he suddenly felt that this was reasonable.

But it still feels weird and unsafe to hand it over to a super-rich man from the Beacon Country like Bill Gates.

Bill Gates saw Hu Jiangshan's expression and knew what he was thinking. He smiled and said, "Why? Boss Hu still doesn't believe me?"

Hu Jiangshan quickly said, "No, of course I believe what Mr. Gass said. There is no need for you to lie to me, right?"

"Of course, of course. I know Boss Hu is a smart man. I wonder if you are interested in working together on this project? I believe we will have a pleasant cooperation."

"Mr. Gus, I want to confirm again. You mean to build a rocket launch site on Tamron Island, right?"

"Yes, I will be responsible for all the construction costs. Boss Hu, we just need to designate a piece of land on the island. You don't need to invest a penny later. Our shareholding ratio is 50:50. This is my general idea."

Hu Jiangshan was secretly shocked.

I have to say that the conditions proposed by Bill Gates are indeed very tempting and generous.

Hu Jiangshan doesn't have to do anything, he can get a 50% stake just by providing a piece of land.

This is not a small project, nor is it a virtual project or a financial project that only plays with money. It is a real heavy asset investment project.

Not everyone can build a rocket launch site.

And don’t underestimate the prospects of the launch site, Hu Jiangshan is also very familiar with it.

In the future, private aerospace companies will need launch sites to launch rockets.

China has a vast territory, but not everywhere can be used to build a launch site.

China currently has two main launch bases, one located in the northwest Gobi Desert and the other in the South China Sea Province.

A vast area with a sparse population is only one of the necessary conditions. The environment must also be relatively stable. It cannot be done if there are strong winds from time to time.

From this perspective, there will not be enough rocket launch sites in the future.

China's official aviation administration has a lot of launch missions, and both launch sites are very busy.

If private airlines want to launch rockets, they can only make reservations in advance, and in many cases it takes more than half a year.

This is also the reason why China recently decided to build another launch site on the South China Sea Island.

If a launch site is built on Tenglong Island and the launch business is opened to domestic private airlines, it will also be a good deal.

Of course, if foreign aerospace companies or aerospace organizations also want to rent a launch site...

This is a bit troublesome, after all, launch missions cannot be accepted randomly.

Hu Jiangshan shook his head. What was he thinking about?
Why did he start thinking about future cooperation? It was obvious that he was being dragged away by Gus.

I have to say that Bill Gates is really amazing and deserves the title of a big boss. The conditions he puts forward are even impossible to refuse. It seems that he would rather suffer losses himself than let others take advantage.

Sure enough, he has a big vision and is a master.

Bill Gates smiled and said, "Boss Hu, you don't have to rush to respond to this matter. I will send you the detailed information. Take a look and think about it. We will discuss it in detail later."

Hu Jiangshan thought for a moment and asked, "Mr. Gass, although I know what you are thinking, I am still very curious. Why did you choose me to cooperate with you? There should be many people who can cooperate with you, right? They are all much more capable than me. Also, as far as I know, you have several small islands. There must be a suitable place to build a launch site, right?"

Gais smiled slightly. "Actually, the reason is very simple. There are only two countries that can have a large number of launch missions. One is the Lighthouse Country, and the other is China. The Lighthouse Country already has many private launch sites, and the federal launch sites are basically saturated. I can't get more opportunities. China doesn't have many launch sites yet, so it's still a good place to invest. I trust China and I like China very much, so I want to find a suitable place here to plan."

After hearing this, Hu Jiangshan felt that this was indeed a reason, but it was not sufficient.

Especially when Gais says that he likes China, just listen to it, it's just some meaningless compliments.

People like them only care about their own interests. At most, they care about environmental protection and are willing to do a little charity by digging out the mud from their fingernails.

However, on Blue Planet, only the Lighthouse Country and China have a large number of launch missions. The Goose Country has much fewer launch missions, which is only a fraction of the other two countries.

It makes sense to build a launch site in China.

"Any other questions, Boss Hu?"

"Mr. Gus, I have another question. Aren't you afraid of offending other people in your Lighthouse Country by doing this?" Gus laughed, "This matter is actually nothing. I will handle it. Besides, Malak has set up an independent factory in China, so why can't I?"

Hu Jiangshan was stunned. Wow, this does make sense.

Malak's super factory in Shanghai is now in operation, and the location chosen by Gais is the waters of Hong Kong Island, not the mainland, which is much more low-key than Malak.

Judging from the way Gus mentioned Malak, he didn't seem to like him. Was there some small grudge between them?
What can Hu Jiangshan say now?
I can only agree to it first.

After all, the other party showed great sincerity, so it was not easy to reject him immediately.

More importantly, Hu Jiangshan's curiosity was indeed aroused.

Hu Jiangshan wanted to see what information Bill Gates sent.
How is he going to build a rocket launch site?
Anyway, it won’t lose any money just by taking a look, so you should refuse when the time comes.

Hu Jiangshan chatted with Gais about some random things and ended the video call.

Hu Jiangshan’s mind is a little confused now.

Hu Jiangshan had never experienced these in his previous life.

I've never heard of Bill Gates building a rocket launch site in the waters near Hong Kong Island, or even that this project existed.

Could it be that the changes in this life are too great, which has led to such a development path?

If this plan is really feasible, would Hu Jiangshan like to cooperate with Geis?

This is obviously unlikely, at least for now, as Hu Jiangshan cannot get over the psychological barrier.

Hu Jiangshan found it difficult to trust a person from the Beacon Country, especially the upper class of the Beacon Country.

Although Bill Gates is not a member of the squid tribe, he is surrounded by squid tribe members. It is said that they also have various dark organizations, so it is difficult not to be influenced by them.

At the same time, on the other side of the ocean, at Gas Manor.

Gas Manor is located in the wealthy area of ​​the Bay Area. Although its area is not that exaggerated, it is quiet in the bustling city and has a superior geographical location.

It is no exaggeration to say that this piece of land is priceless, calculated in billions.

Gass Manor belongs to the Gass family and was the first property Bill Gass bought after he became rich.

This property has special significance. Bill Gates spent the most energy here, making it quite comfortable and livable, with a homely feel, so he likes to live here whenever he is in the Lighthouse Country.

After Gais finished his video call with Hu Jiangshan, he sat on the sofa and fell into deep thought.

At this time, daughter Catherine came in.

"Daddy, who were you video chatting with just now?"

"Yes, it's Boss Hu."

"Boss Hu? Which Boss Hu? Ah, the Boss Hu who bought your Tenglong Island?"

"Yes, that's him."

Catherine became a little interested: "Dad, what project do you want to cooperate with him on? Can I know?"

Geis smiled slightly: "Actually, there is no special project. I just want to build a space launch site."

Catherine was surprised: "Ah, Dad, it turns out you really want to build a space launch site. Last time I thought you were just talking casually."

"How can we just say this casually? We have been planning this for a long time and we are definitely going to do it."

Catherine thought for a moment and said, "So, you plan to build the space launch site on Tenglong Island?"

Gus smiled and replied, "I do have this intention, but it depends on whether Boss Hu agrees or not."

"What if they don't agree? Should we still build it?"

"Of course, of course we have to build it. With such a large project planned, we must definitely give it a try. But we have to choose the right location carefully and not rush. There is a famous saying in China. Have you heard of it?"

"What?"

"You can't eat hot tofu in a hurry."

"Daddy, what is hot tofu? What is that? Is it a kind of food?"

"Yes, it's a kind of food. Didn't you eat it when you went to China?"

"No, I haven't eaten it. Is it delicious? I can try it next time."

"It's okay, it's okay, but that's not the point. The point is that we have to patiently choose the right place and the right time, so that the chances of success will be greater, understand?"

Catherine nodded: "Dad, then why did you build a space launch site in Hong Kong Island? Aren't you afraid that those people will cause trouble for us?"

Gus waved his hand: "Don't worry about it, I can handle it. Okay, Catherine, I still have something to take care of, you go and do your own thing first."

Catherine nodded and left the room.

Gus looked back at the five-meter-long super-large fish tank in the room, which housed five arowana and more than 30 angelfish.

In fact, Gais didn’t like freshwater fish before. Later, because he went to China frequently, he met many bosses who raised these two kinds of freshwater fish, so he gradually fell in love with them and also got a set at home.

There were originally more than 50 angelfish, but now half of them have been killed by several big dragon fish, which is quite tragic.

But now the situation in the fish tank has stabilized. The five dragon fish and more than thirty discus fish have been living in peace for a long time and seem to have found a way to get along with each other.

Gus fed the fish, then sat on the sofa and began to think about life.

The people that Catherine just mentioned, the ones who might cause trouble for their family, are actually an organization called the Co-Prosperity Society.

There are many rumors about the Co-Prosperity Society.

What a long history, what powerful elders, what a strict hierarchy...

In fact, most of the rumors are not groundless and do have a certain degree of truth.

But since no one has confirmed it, it can only be a rumor.

For example, the power of the Co-Prosperity Society is so great that it can no longer be said to control the economic lifeline of the Beacon Country, but the entire Blue Planet.

To put it more bluntly, nearly 70% to 80% of the entrepreneurs, financial tycoons, and top politicians on the entire Blue Star have more or less some connection with the Co-Prosperity Society, and some are even members of the Co-Prosperity Society.

The sphere of influence of the Co-Prosperity Society has even extended to China, and some entrepreneurs and celebrities have been developed into members of the Co-Prosperity Society.

Of course, China's upper echelons were still united, and the Co-Prosperity Society tried every way but failed to gain entry.

Without exception, Bill Gates is also a member of the Society for the Common Prosperity. Otherwise, he would not have obtained so many resources after founding Microsoft and became the overlord of Blue Star Technology.

But now, Geis has been marginalized by the Co-Prosperity Society.

(End of this chapter)