v2 Chapter 982： The power of the phone

Since it was decided to do it, it happened that the Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher was also here. The weather, location, and people have all been occupied, so don't have any concerns.

Bao Zixuan said to Mrs Thatcher: "Sister, I don't know what you think of the British aviation industry, or whether the UK is preparing to develop a super passenger aircraft project."

For Bao Zixuan's jump in thinking, although the British have long been prepared. But who would have thought that the R&D and manufacturing center of the automobile engine has just been settled, and now the super airliner is mentioned. Do you want to come to the UK to invest in the construction of a super passenger aircraft manufacturing base; that is a more meaningful existence than a car engine R&D and manufacturing center.

The large aircraft in the industry generally refers to transport aircraft with a gross take-off weight of more than 100 tons, including trunk passenger aircraft with more than 150 seats, which directly reflects the overall level of a country's civil aviation industry and even the entire industrial system. In 1955, the American Boeing Company developed the Boeing 707, a large jet airliner, which was a huge commercial success. In the same year, the Soviet-made Tu-104 made its maiden flight. In 1969, Britain, France, Germany and other European countries jointly developed the "Airbus" A300, a large aircraft comparable to Boeing.

Typical representatives of large aircraft are Airbus 300, 330, 350, 380 and Boeing 747, 777, 787 and so on. The so-called large aircraft refers to transport aircraft with a maximum take-off weight of more than 100 tons, including trunk line passenger aircraft with more than 150 seats. It is the most widely used main aircraft in civil aviation. Due to the uneven development of aviation industry in various countries, "large aircraft" is only a relative concept. Generally speaking, passenger planes with more than 150 seats in China are called "large passenger planes", and those with less than 100 seats are called "regional planes"; while the international shipping system is accustomed to calling passenger planes with more than 300 seats "large passenger planes".

The super-large passenger plane that Bao Zixuan mentioned must be the kind that more than 500 people can take. I have also heard that the Black Cloud Group and McDonnell Douglas have entered the field of super passenger aircraft. Do you want to put this project in the UK?

That would be great and could take the British aviation industry to the next level. The United Kingdom itself has a strong aviation industry foundation, but it is always a pity that it does not have the ability to assemble finished large aircraft. Now that Bao Zixuan said this, is this regret about to be made up?

Iron Lady is also a cold and strict person, Bao Zixuan understands what he means after saying it. He said directly: "Could it be that the junior is going to put the project in cooperation with McDonnell Douglas to the UK; if that is the case, the UK will fully support it."

"I can't say anything else. In terms of aviation industry support, the UK can definitely rank at the forefront of the world. In many fields, it is no worse than the United States. It is only because of national strength that large passenger aircraft have not developed."

Bao Zixuan: "The super airliner project is not only limited to McDonnell Douglas and Heiyun, but also Japan's Mitsubishi and American Motorola. Later today, I will get in touch with the other three. I will try to get them to send representatives to come over. , as long as the conditions are right, there is no problem in putting it in the UK.”

Mrs Thatcher said with a smile: "I'm waiting for the good news from my junior. The British side will definitely not let the four companies down."

McDonnell Douglas, Mitsubishi and Motorola come to invest, which will inevitably drive the development of supporting industries. This is absolutely great news for the British industry, which is in desperate need of capital and technological development.

The dinner ended with Mrs Thatcher in a very excited mood, and Bao Zixuan didn't break his promise; he didn't care whether the time was right or not. Directly called the heads of the other three companies.

Little MacDonald was discussing his life with his new beauty, when the phone rang. I wondered who would call him so late, but not many people know this private number.

Hearing Bao Zixuan's voice on the other end of the phone, he was not angry. If it is a subordinate, even if it is good news, it will not give you a good face tomorrow.

Bao Zixuan said very directly: "Let's arrange the company's affairs, and come to the UK tomorrow, the day after tomorrow at the latest. Before, I always felt that many places were not suitable, and I just found a treasure; it is completely feasible to put the assembly workshop of super passenger aircraft here. "

Little MacDonald on the other end of the phone was still a little confused, after all, he drank a lot at night. When I heard the phone call at night, it was actually for work. Even though MacDonald was reluctant, he could only bite the bullet and say, "Bao, my friend. Your work attitude is admirable, and it seems that I need to learn more from you."

"I'll make arrangements tomorrow, and the day after tomorrow at the latest."

Robert Calvin and Iwasaki Hiroyuki also said there was no problem, and they both arrived in the UK the day after tomorrow at the latest.

With a single phone call, the heads of three major multinational corporations can travel to another continent within two days. It is estimated that few people in the world can do it. It can be said that Bao Zixuan is one of the few existences.

The three seem to have negotiated well, and they all came to the UK at about the same time. Although the three came to the UK temporarily, the government still attaches great importance to them. The Minister of Commerce personally went to the airport to meet him, which was considered enough face.

At the same time, Bao Zixuan once again subverted Mrs Thatcher's cognition; this young man not only acted resolutely but also his partners. Could it be that things gather together and people are divided into groups.

The three and the team did not stop at the airport, but went directly to the hotel where Bao Zixuan was staying.

All are temporary, time is limited. It has to be done ASAP, everyone has a lot of stuff waiting for them.

Of course, little MacDonald may be able to relax a little, and there is not much to do in the company.

After the luncheon, Bao Zixuan brought the three to the conference room. As for the other entourage, they were accompanied by the city government staff and began to inspect the entire city.

Bao Zixuan said first: "I'm very sorry for making you rush over here. It's just that many things can't be delayed, and I hope the three of you can understand. The super-large passenger aircraft project is a little behind, so when it's developed, I'm thinking about the factory building and other issues, maybe what's going to happen. when."

"My opinion is to build a new factory for the production and assembly of super passenger aircraft. I have considered doing it in the existing factory of McDonnell Douglas, but found that there are inappropriate places for you."

"First of all, the hardware conditions of McDonnell Douglas's factories have fallen behind. Whether Mr. MacDonald Jr. admits it or not, this is a fact."

"In addition to the unclear property rights, after all, this time, four companies jointly developed and produced aircraft. Each company should have an equal share, and it should be placed inside the McDonnell Douglas factory. The accounting problem is not very easy to calculate."

"In addition, there are too many places in McDonnell Douglas that need to be kept secret, and the other three engineers went there; it is easy to have problems, which no one wants to see."

"With Boeing in the U.S., the support for our projects is bound to be limited. As for Japan, the cost of land prices will be astronomical; I think Mr. Iwasaki knows that."

"The industrial infrastructure of other countries, especially aviation, is relatively weak. Considering the whole situation, the UK is the most suitable choice. Of course, this is just my personal opinion and the result of the analysis of the Black Cloud Strategy Department. The final decision rests with you, everyone. Vote to decide."

Before, I was worried that Bao Zixuan would be emotional and let the super airliner project settle in mainland China. I didn't expect this kid to be quite rational, but it's good for everyone.

And as Bao Zixuan analyzed, the United States was excluded first. There are Boeing and McDonnell Douglas super airliner projects, which have received limited support. As for Japan, Iwasaki Hongyi is also very helpless. Now Japan's high land prices and high housing prices are killing the country's manufacturing industry.

Everyone wants to speculate on land and houses; very few companies are willing to spend money to invest in industry, and the manufacturing industry will stay away.

A country without a manufacturing industry will inevitably have limited future development prospects. Although many people know this truth, they can't help but even Mitsubishi has begun to shake, not to mention other companies.

It's good to put it in the UK, at least you don't have to worry about other companies messing up.

In fact, this is also within the scope of Bao Zixuan's consideration, and the production and assembly workshops are placed in the UK. Neither is their own home court, so it can be said that no one has any advantage. Don't worry about cooperating, at least you don't have to suspect trouble.

Robert Calvin, the eldest, saw the two of them look at him and knew that he was letting him make a statement. The old guy was not polite and said directly: "As long as it is supported by the UK, Motorola will have no problem."

Hearing Motorola's statement, Iwasaki Hiroyuki said: "Mitsubishi will also fully cooperate, please rest assured."

Although Little MacDonald was reluctant, the other two agreed, and Bao Zixuan called them over again. It is impossible for me to win the alliance of the three with my own strength. It is better to agree directly, so as not to hurt the peace.

Little MacDonald said with a smile, "Since everyone has no opinion, McDonnell will cooperate fully."