Return to Hong Kong Island for a Century

Chapter 282 Aircraft Industry Layout (5000+ words)

“This is a patent application for a general-purpose helicopter!” Li Song said after the two shook hands.

"Thank you for your consideration, Mr. Li!" Zhang Dehua was no longer surprised that Li Song would bring out the patents for anything.

As for the other transport aircraft, Li Song definitely won't apply for a patent.

Because these types of transport aircraft are generally used for military purposes.

There are no patents in military applications; anyone who can copy them can copy them.

Baisheng Company is already very familiar with this process before applying for a patent.

First, transfer the patent information to the company, and then register the patent.

Then, based on the number of patents, a patent agency contract is signed.

In fact, at the size of Parkson, it could easily set up a patent department to do this.

While this may seem convenient, the final cost may be higher than paying through an agency.

Because you can't have patent applications every day, this department also needs to be paid to support itself when things aren't going well.

Moreover, the relationships that need to be cultivated and the public relations efforts that need to be done also cost money.

It would be better to hand it over to Andy Cheung!

This is similar to some companies that outsource certain tasks.

Anyway, all general-purpose helicopters look pretty much the same.

Of course, we support customization of different models, such as rescue helicopters, firefighting helicopters, and we can also add radar and optical auxiliary equipment to helicopters. As for other people illegally modifying helicopters, that has nothing to do with the manufacturing company.

Of course, in some respects, this helicopter is more advanced than the current Black Hawk helicopter.

Because it has reserved enough room for upgrades!
However, helicopters become less and less useful as you go further in the journey.

Later on, drones became the dominant force on the battlefield, especially various intelligent swarm drones.

There are also various unmanned robots on the ground.

Of course, "robot" is just a general term; it could also be a dog or a snake.

Moreover, the biomimetic performance improved more and more as the series progressed, especially in various camouflage capabilities, which became increasingly realistic.

The same applies to the ocean!
Of course, both drones and unmanned robots require robust supporting infrastructure.

First, you need strong manufacturing capabilities, because unmanned robots and drones are consumables!

Small-scale attacks are not very effective; what's needed is a massive, all-encompassing attack pattern!

This is something that not every country can afford to do!
It also has supporting global positioning systems, global navigation systems, and global communication systems, and these systems also have strong anti-interference capabilities.

Otherwise, drones and unmanned robots would be a joke.

However, at this stage, helicopters are an indispensable weapon system!

This helicopter also boasts a more advanced modular design than the Black Hawk helicopter of the same period!

Moreover, its technology is superior to that of the Black Hawk helicopter of the same period.

Because the Black Hawk helicopters currently used by Aramco were finalized in 1976.

Li Song's current customization technology on second-hand platforms dates back to the late 1980s!
Moreover, at this time, America was already upgrading and developing helicopters!

Zhang Dehua and his company's employees registered the patent.

Tian Jiahui then went to Li Song's office to report on his work.

"Boss, these are the locations for the cosmetics company and the instant noodle company!"

"These two plots of land are worth HK$15 million."

"It's not far from Kwai Tsing Pier!"

"We're preparing to put out a tender for the next phase of factory construction!" Tian Jiahui showed the two factories that were currently being prepared.

"Hmm!" Li Song looked at it and then signed it. The price of the two plots of land was basically the same as the price of the surrounding land.

Kwai Tsing is still underdeveloped, but Li Song knows that the port there will experience great growth in the future.

"Another issue is the customization of machinery and equipment. Would you prefer to have it customized in mainland China or elsewhere?" Tian Jiahui then produced another document.

"Send the information to the mainland and see if they can manufacture it there."

"If it can be customized, then it should be customized in mainland China!"

"We plan to build more convenience stores in mainland China later." Li Song knew that the mainland would definitely accept the order, but the necessary procedures still needed to be followed!

"it is good!"

"In addition, we plan to conduct a financial audit in February." Tian Jiahui then produced another plan.

"Okay!" Li Song nodded and signed to confirm, because this was also an audit conducted by an accounting firm.

Tian Jiahui then brought up another matter: "There are also some Taiwanese businessmen in Southeast Asia who have stopped distributing BMW motorcycles. It is said that the Taiwanese authorities called them!"

"This is due to force majeure. Just settle the previous accounts, and we'll return the motorcycles we gave you before!" Li Song readily agreed!

Upon hearing Li Song's words, Tian Jiahui silently noted: "Xiaobenzi is also making every effort to develop distributors in Southeast Asia."

"Good news from Africa! Baron William has called to say he's ordering another thousand motorcycles in mid-January, all of them the heavy-duty 125cc models!"

"He will settle the payment for the previous batch of goods at that time."

"Sold so well?" Li Song was surprised that it had sold out in such a short time!

As Chen Jiahui spoke, he took out a data report: "William roughly said that he would find some hardworking people in the local area and have them do transportation work!"

"Others see how much money these people make in a day using motorcycles."

"Then William also partnered with the local banks."

"We have launched installment loan financial services!"

"The motorcycle was used as collateral, but apparently, the repayments were made weekly on that day!"

"And William developed local distributors."

"Among them, the 125cc heavy-duty motorcycle is the most popular, especially the extended footboard, which makes it easier to load cargo and also allows two more people to ride," Tian Jiahui said briefly.

Li Song knew this, and later the Third Boss's motorcycles sold very well in Africa. On the one hand, the Third Boss's quality was indeed good, and they did not use lightweight design like they do in China. Of course, a lot of the steel used by the Third Boss was salvaged from ships, so it must be good stuff.

In addition, every time the Third Commander parades the troops, we laugh at his motorcycles, but when the African businessmen see that the motorcycles are of such good quality, they naturally want to buy them.

The third leader's motorcycle could carry an entire squad of soldiers at once.

The engines exported to Africa are all cast iron, although they are not as lightweight and fuel-efficient as those made of aluminum alloy.

However, cast iron engines are more reliable in extremely harsh environments.

Moreover, the mainland learned from the Western model during its subsequent industrialization.

That means it will break after the warranty period!

This is because it brings a steady stream of orders to the factory.

However, such products are not popular in Africa, where people prefer a car that can be passed down through three generations.

"Yes, we should support such a high-quality client." Li Song nodded.

"Moreover, the feedback from distributors in Europe is also positive."

"After all, our motorcycles offer great value for money."

"But Africa still has the highest growth rate!"

While reviewing the data reports, Li Song said, "Pay attention to collecting their feedback."

"Ok!"

"The third leader has officially signed investment agreements with several of the Japanese motorcycle companies!"

"The three companies initially invested US$150 million, along with related technology and production equipment!"

"The third boss is in charge of building the factory and roads, as well as the supporting water and electricity supply and material production!"

"It's said that Nippon Steel, the company behind this, is also investing in and building a steel plant there!" Tian Jiahui was still focused on gathering intelligence.

"Yes, we must gather as much information as possible about our competitors." Li Song was very satisfied with Tian Jiahui's way of doing things.

"Thank you for the compliment, boss!"

Li Song then asked, "Has the year-end bonus been finalized yet?"

"It's settled. According to the boss, it's the sum of the average wages for the first three months!" Tian Jiahui quickly replied.

"You can give yourself an extra 500,000!"

"Thank you, boss! Thank you, boss!" Tian Jiahui was extremely grateful when he heard Li Song say that!

Tian Jiahui thought about what he was like a year ago.
Of course, the boss changed even more!
At this moment, Tian Jiahui felt that he had made the right choice in following his boss. "Old Tian, ​​you know about the plane crowdfunding, right?" Li Song asked again.

"I know!" Tian Jiahui was unsure whether Li Song would hand over the aircraft business to Baisheng Company, because Chang'an Aircraft Company did not belong to Baisheng Company.

"Find a department here specifically to handle this matter."

"I've already sent that reporter Nick back to do the statistics."

"But there are still some miscellaneous procedures and things, especially legal matters!"

"I had someone customize a crowdfunding plan, take a look!" Li Song then took out the crowdfunding plan.

Tian Jiahui then took out the crowdfunding plan and began to read it carefully.

Tian Jiahui found that this business plan was very well done.

Many of the clauses within it mitigate certain risks.

In particular, there are requirements for accident investigation and quality assessment, as well as requirements for the venue of litigation!
Don't underestimate these seemingly small rules!
As a lawyer, Tian Jiahui has seen it all. It's best to write some things into the terms and conditions beforehand.

"Furthermore, I plan to establish a space exploration company in mainland China!"

"This is a joint venture with a mainland company!"

"We won't put it under the name of Parkson Company. We'll set it up as a separate company, and you'll be the vice president with an extra salary!"

“Of course, this company is just a shell company in Hong Kong,” Li Song added.

"Space Exploration Corporation?" Tian Jiahui sensed that this was no ordinary company!
"It's about manufacturing rockets and launching commercial satellites."

"This shell company only needs to hire a few people."

"We'll do other business if there are opportunities, otherwise we'll leave it at that. This is mainly to serve our future products!" Li Song continued.

Tian Jiahui was a little confused. Our own products and services?

"well!"

"So, what is the company's business direction?"

"It's a space service. You can ask the agency about it when the time comes!"

"Just pick anything related to aerospace!" Li Song didn't know what categories companies in Hong Kong could choose when applying for a business license.

What is his name?

"Let's call it Chang'e Space Exploration Company!"

"This company is not part of the Parkson Group. It can just rent an office anywhere, or take over the old Parkson office space."

"Anyway, they're just people from a shell company, so you can arrange things as you see fit." The company will be established first; whether it can secure overseas business is uncertain.

Therefore, Li Song always said that he wanted to run a shell company.

"Okay!" Tian Jiahui nodded, thinking to himself that the boss still needed to review the final selection.

"We will also establish another aircraft sales company, mainly to sell the Star Shine business jet!"

"If it can be sold, great; if it can't, so be it."

"I'll put this company under the name of Baisheng Company, and then I'll have Chang'an Aircraft Company in mainland China sign an agency sales contract!" This was Li Song's reasoning.

The main goal was to get Britain, that troublemaker, involved.

If we sell the planes on Hong Kong Island, we can also earn some tax revenue here!
Given the British Empire's track record, they might be quite pleased to see the aircraft sales company located on Hong Kong Island!
Even if Hong Kong Island is returned to China in the future.

They could also separate their sales company to London.

Li Song never imagined that he could make money all by himself!

As long as we sell enough planes and pay more taxes to London, we will receive more support from Great Britain!

Because Britain has never considered itself European.

That's right!

In the early post-World War II period, Britain was resistant to European integration, advocating for the maintenance of the Commonwealth system and prioritizing the development of the special relationship between Britain and the United States.

This stance stems from Churchill's "three-ring diplomacy" strategy, which placed European integration after the Commonwealth and the English-speaking world.

However, due to the economic crisis of the 1950s and 60s, it had to join Europe in 1973.

Even so, it did not join the Eurozone and has an independent defense system.

Interestingly, when Great Britain wanted to join in 1973, France opposed it, arguing that Great Britain, being an island nation, could not possibly be of one mind with Europe due to historical and geographical reasons.

Anyway, in Europe, everyone just doesn't get along with each other.

Let alone between countries.

Even within the same country, different cities and regions can find fault with each other.

Moreover, various regions in different European countries have sought independence.

If Europe were to allow individual regions to become independent, they would probably establish countries based on villages.

It is not surprising that even families can establish their own states.

Then when the time was right, I withdrew again!

And who knows, maybe I can even collaborate with London sometime.

The cooperation plan has already been decided: all export models of aircraft will use Rolls-Royce engines.

At that time, our own commercial airliners will be highly competitive in the global market!
As for whether it can withstand the US?
America is not the world's number one power yet!

America will only become the world's number one after the fat bear is completely defeated.

Amer's manufacturing industry had already begun to shift at this time.

Because people have discovered that stock trading is more profitable than manufacturing.

In other words, finance is more profitable than manufacturing!
Therefore, the financialization of Aramco will inevitably lead to the hollowing out of the manufacturing industry.

This is why the mainland stock market has remained the same.

Imagine if the mainland stock market grew in line with GDP growth.

How big is the market?
In the decades that followed, our GDP became the second largest in the world, but what about our stock market index?
While Li Song was at Parkson, CBS was conducting an exclusive interview on the other side of the world.

The interview focused on crowdfunding an airplane for $20,000 each.

The host is a hot white woman named Allie!
There was also reporter Nick, and John, a lawyer from a local law firm.

Ellie began by introducing the situation: "Good evening, everyone. This is CBS. Today we have invited Nick, the initiator of the recent high-profile $20,000 airplane incident. Nick is also a reporter for our CBS. Mr. Nick, why did you launch this crowdfunding campaign?"

Nick, sitting on the sofa to the side, shrugged and said, "I was interviewing Mr. Li Song at the time, the famous author who led to the Declaration of Independence being revised twelve times."

"At the time, Mr. Li Song said he could reduce the cost of aircraft manufacturing. I am a flight enthusiast and I have a pilot's license!"

"My dream is to own my own small plane, but it's too expensive, it costs $40,000."

"So at that time I asked Mr. Li a question: could you make a small propeller plane?"

"He said yes, and then asked me about the current market price of small airplanes!"

"Then he said that we could ride the plane at 50% of the original price. Mr. Li then cleverly suggested that I crowdfund, and said that if we had 100 people crowdfunding, his company would design the plane!"

"Of course, the conditions have changed now. Mr. Li will come up with the design for the small aircraft as soon as possible. This is the crowdfunding prospectus." Nick then produced the latest version of the crowdfunding prospectus!

"Wow, 50% off is very attractive!" the host exclaimed in surprise!

“Yes, we’ve received over 12,000 inquiries and over 6,000 people have registered their interest!” Nick said proudly.

"This is our special guest today, Attorney John. Mr. John will explain the legal risks of crowdfunding to us!" the host said again.

"Hello everyone, I'm John, and I specialize in handling similar legal disputes!"

"I believe this instruction manual was prepared with the help of legal professionals!"

"However, this instruction manual poses virtually no risk to the crowdfunding customers!"

"Firstly, in the early stages of aircraft sample production and manufacturing, as well as the testing and certification of aircraft safety, all customers will not bear any costs if the aircraft has not passed the testing of our relevant institutions."

"This is very rare in crowdfunding, and of course it's a good thing for our clients!"

"Another point to note is that the detection and determination of aircraft quality problems requires third-party testing and investigation, and also the participation of agencies in the country where the aircraft manufacturer is located."

"Another thing is that in the event of a dispute, the litigation must be conducted in the country where the aircraft manufacturer is located!" John had already read this instruction manual!
"Don't worry, everyone. The plane will be inspected by our country's relevant safety agencies!"

"In addition, every imported and delivered aircraft will be inspected by a third party to ensure that there are no quality problems!"

“If there are quality issues, the aircraft manufacturer will issue a recall and compensate for the losses!” Nick added at this point.

Nick glanced at John, wondering if the guy was saying it on purpose, but Nick hadn't expected the instruction manual to be so meticulous.

(End of this chapter)