v2 Chapter 977： true and false

Bao Zixuan guessed right, after Rolls-Royce got such a huge sum of money. The two families began to fight again, and they were still much stronger than before.

Richard Rouse means to use the vast majority of funds for shareholder dividends. After all, unlike the Rice family, the Rolls family has too many industries that require capital investment. Of course, such a good opportunity cannot be missed. And it has been recognized by the vast majority of shareholders, and if there is money, no one will object.

As the CEO of Rolls-Royce, although Dawson is a member of the Rolls family, this time he was very embarrassed. Rolls-Royce is in desperate need of funds to develop, and finally got the funds through the sale of Bentley. Now Richard - Rolls actually wants to take out dividends, which will seriously damage the interests of Rolls-Royce.

Bentley was sold to Heiyun Group. With Bao Zixuan's character, he would definitely invest heavily in research and development. It may not affect Rolls-Royce in a short period of time, but it will definitely become a big problem for the confidant in the future. Moreover, the strength of the Black Cloud Group itself is much stronger than that of Rice. In terms of market channels and promotion capabilities, Rolls-Royce can't keep up.

On the other hand, we are fighting hard to seek breakthroughs in technology, products and sales. On the one hand, he is content with the status quo and only thinks about the immediate interests. In contrast, Rolls-Royce will inevitably be gradually eliminated by the market.

Fortunately, Ferdinand Rice argues that he does not agree to take out the funds for dividends. Because of the sale of Bentley, profit this year is inevitable. But this kind of profit is not desirable, and it will not last long.

At this time, asking Dawson what his opinion was, it really made him very embarrassed.

Dawson: "Otherwise, half of it will be used for shareholder dividends, and the other half will be invested in company operations and research and development."

This is the practice of a good old man, and no one should be offended.

However, Dawson's words made Richard Rouse very unhappy. In his opinion, Dawson's behavior belongs to eating inside and out. Could it be that he has forgotten what he is.

In fact, the reason why Richard Rouse dares not to participate in specific affairs has a lot to do with Dawson. As the son of the Rouse family steward, Dawson was the equivalent of his household slave. At least it looks like this to outsiders, but there is no such name now.

But it is such a person, who dares to go against his will, is it because he wants to rebel.

Seeing Richard Rouse's fierce eyes, Dawson knew he had made the wrong decision. But he does not regret it, at least this decision is worthy of the status of Rolls-Royce CEO.

Even the domestic slaves are against it, and Ferdinand Rice strongly demands it. In the end, only a compromise solution can be adopted, half of the funds are used for dividends, and half of the funds are placed in the company's account. As for the specific use, all shareholders need to vote for discussion.

This has planted another hidden danger. In the end, the funds are basically used for shareholder dividends and other matters. The investment allocated to R&D and operations is negligible; it also paved the way for the acquisition of Rolls-Royce.

Of course, Bao Zixuan will not pay attention to what the top executives of Rolls-Royce think. Bentley has arrived, and it has gone so well. Then the next step is to determine the engine R&D and manufacturing center, which is the main purpose of coming to the UK.

Luton, a city in southern England. It is located 48 kilometers northwest of London, in the hills of the upper Leigh River. The area is 43 square kilometers. Population 165,000.

It was the capital of Bedfordshire from 1964 to 1974. It has long been famous for weaving straw hats. Automobile manufacturing center. There are also ball bearings, precision instruments, machinery, motors and clothing industries. There are main railway lines through London, and there is an international airport nearby. There are medieval churches, and technical colleges.

At this time, Luton already has an industrial foundation, and at least some car companies have established factories here. It's just that it has not yet formed a scale, and most of them produce some parts that are not particularly important.

If Bao Zixuan did not appear, it is estimated that Ford would come here to build an engine assembly plant. However, because all countries in the world are developing technology towns, Ford dare not build such an important factory into the UK. A good relationship is one aspect, but we must also give priority to our own country before we can expand outward.

With the strong rise of Black Cloud, Ford's sales in the United States plummeted. If the U.S. military hadn't started the military vehicle replacement program, it would have been great if Ford didn't go out of business; how could there be energy and strength to develop abroad.

The same is true of other countries, and Luton is very much like a blank slate at this time. The Black Cloud Group can do whatever they want, and the land is well coordinated. Of course, there are still many advantages here. It is very close to London, with convenient transportation and no problem with the reserve of scientific and technological talents.

On the second day after the meeting with Bentley management, I took the team directly to Luton. Bao Zixuan's work style, the people of Heiyun Group have long been accustomed to; it seems that he doesn't know how tired he is. Bosses work so hard, and they have no reason not to work hard.

Of course, the Mayor of Luton knew that Bao Zixuan came to the UK, and he also knew the purpose of his visit. He just didn't expect this kind of good thing to fall on him. He wanted Bao Zixuan and Heiyun Group to invest in many cities in the past, and no matter what, it would never be Luton's turn. Compared with many cities, Luton has no advantage at all.

In fact, Bao Zixuan came to Luton for another purpose, that is, to visit the retired Hong Kong Governor MacLehose. In any case, it is an old acquaintance, and I want to come and see it. And also wanted to express an attitude, Bao Zixuan never forget his roots. Anyone who has helped him will remember it.

Strange to say, studying in the UK for two years. He has never been here before, so his impression of Luton is still in his previous life. But the difference between the current Luton and the previous life is very big, at least Bao Zixuan can't believe it.

The news of the acquisition of Bentley by the Black Cloud Group has spread in the UK, and the whole world may already know it at this time. It means that Bao Zixuan is serious and really wants to invest.

The acquisition of Bentley cars is just the appetizer, the engine development and manufacturing center is the bulk. This is a project that the whole of the UK is paying attention to, but the mayor of Luton dare not neglect it.

Seeing Bao Zixuan's arrival, a middle-aged man said with a smile, "Hello, Sir Bao, this is Charlie Shaw, Mayor of Luton. I'm glad you came to Luton. I believe you won't be disappointed here."

Looking at the middle-aged man in front of him, he basically had no impression. It means that the position in the UK will not be very high in the future, but I don’t know whether the fate will be changed as the dark cloud settles down, and the tide will rise.

Bao Zixuan said with a smile: "Thanks to the mayor for your warm reception. I heard that Luton is very good in Xiangjiang. Of course, when I come to the UK this time, I will of course have a good inspection."

"Actually, it's not just me, all the businessmen in Xiangjiang know the existence of Luton. Governor MacLehose has done a lot of advertisements, and I don't know how he is doing here. I want to visit here this time. As an old friend, Shouldn't you invite us to dinner?"

After MacLehose returned to England, he was made a life peer by the Queen of England. This is the same as Bao Zixuan, and the other party has also entered the upper house to continue to participate in politics. But at this time there are nearly 1,000 people in the British House of Lords, and the old man has almost no rights, and it is more of a comfort.

Hearing Bao Zixuan coming, it was MacLehose's propaganda. And he also introduced Luton to many businessmen in Hong Kong, Charlie Xiao really wanted to give himself a slap in the face. The old man MacLehose still has such influence, why didn't he think of it!

Even if he has no influence, he can be a good teacher with so many years of political experience. It's really not right to leave such a thigh and not hug it.

Charlie Shaw: "Sir MacLehose has been living here all the timejust a visit to Scotland once in a while. I'm fine here and can visit anytime."

In fact, you can't blame Charlie Shaw, after all, the situation in the UK is very different.

There are too many British aristocrats, and MacLehose is not even a hereditary aristocrat, so he cannot be ranked at all. And retirement is retirement without any rights. It is impossible for anyone to often disturb the life of a retired old man, and there is no need to say it.

Now that Bao Zixuan mentioned the Hong Kong merchants, he remembered the difference between MacLehose. As long as this old guy comes forward, presumably Xiangjiang businessmen are still willing to come and invest. After all, he is the longest-serving Governor of Hong Kong, and it's not as simple as being exceptional. There must be many friends in Hong Kong, and they are more of the rich class.

Bao Zixuan has long thought about establishing an engine R&D and manufacturing center in Luton. The advantage here is the most obvious, but it is just a pretense. To put it bluntly, using the name of MacLehose will not only leave a good impression on the British, but will also be more proactive in the final negotiation.

Heiyun Group doesn't have to come here, it's just a recommendation. The citizens of Luton did not dare to ask too much. Absolutely true and false, many birds with one stone.