Chapter 228 New Ship Purchase and Ship Repair Plant Construction Plan
For the specific operation of Carrefour Supermarket, the boss Yang Wendong naturally does not know what to do, so he can only rely on Liu Huayu and his team who have relevant experience in Wal-Mart. .
Focusing on the direction, investing funds, recruiting professional talents, and then providing proper understanding and guidance are the basic logic of Yang Wendong's current involvement in several industries.
Next, I will wait for them to build the framework of the supermarket, then go and see it myself, and give some opinions from the perspective of someone who has seen many retail industries in my previous life.
However, in this matter, it cannot be said that the experience in the previous life is good. Even if the opinions are implemented, the effect needs to be seen. Including the experience of Liu Huayu and others in the United States, it may not be in line with the market in Hong Kong. .
Everything needs to be slowly explored, mistakes made and then corrected.
The first person to eat crabs will definitely have many difficulties, but the benefit will be stronger experience in the future and the reputation of the pioneer effect.
After coming down from the top floor of Geely Building, Yang Wendong came to the headquarters of Changxing Shipping Company on the sixth floor.
"Yang Sheng." Zheng Yuhua also knew that the boss was coming and hurriedly came out to greet him.
“You’re welcome.” Yang Wendong smiled and said, “I also want to come here to learn about the recent development of Changxing Shipping and some future plans.”
"Okay, I have prepared the financial information for the first half of the year." Zheng Yuhua said, "Wait a moment, I will bring the information."
Afterwards, Zheng Yuhua arranged for someone to pour tea for Yang Wendong , and sent over some small fruits.
About 3 minutes later, Zheng Yuhua returned again, holding a slightly thicker document in his hand, and said: "Yang Sheng, here is the financial data file of Changxing Shipping in the first half of the year. Please take a look. "
"Okay." Yang Wendong took the document and read it.
Zheng Yuhua also introduced from the side: "My finance department will divide the purchased freighter into three-year depreciation, that is, the cost of buying the ship will be spread over the first three years.
After deducting this cost, plus daily operations, labor, fuel maintenance and other expenses, we made a total profit of HK$1.12 million in the first half of the year. "
"1.12 million? No wonder they say shipping is hugely profitable. Yang Wendong nodded and said: "This is after depreciation. It seems that in two years, the boat will be able to make extra money." ”
Although it seems that the half-year profit is not as good as that of Changxing Real Estate, that is because Real Estate uses the bank’s high leverage, and because you know the future, you can rush forward with your eyes closed.
As long as a normal person runs it, the huge profits from shipping are still higher than those from the general real estate industry. Because of Yang Wendong’s prophetic advantage, he has no advantage when running the shipping industry.
“Yes. Zheng Yuhua said: “Otherwise there wouldn’t be so many big capitals thinking about entering the shipping industry.
However, our company's profitability is still stronger than that of other peers. "
"How to say? "Yang Wendong asked rhetorically.
Zheng Yuhua explained: "The first is because the cost of 7 of our 8 cargo ships is very low. If the initial investment is evenly spread, profits will naturally increase. "
"Yes, that's right. Yang Wendong nodded: "It's just that this kind of good thing may not be available in the future. Next, even if you buy a second-hand ship, the price will have to return to normal." ”
“Yes. "Zheng Yuhua added: "The second point is that we have stable orders from Changxing Industrial. Although we have given a considerable discount, it is normal for any industry to give discounts to stable orders.
And stable orders, even with discounts, can bring a lot of profit, and because the suitcase is too empty, I also deliberately found a lot of heavy shipping cargo to pack the ship.
These heavy goods are not favored in normal shipping orders, and the price is also high. We take over them in large quantities and can earn very high profits. "
"Haha, this is indeed our advantage. Yang Wendong nodded and said.
Shippers are actually like trucks. It is not cost-effective to carry things that are too heavy or too light. The former will easily exceed the load, while the latter takes up too much space and cannot carry the weight. Loss.
Therefore, the main focus of bulk carriers is a combination of light and heavy. In normal freight, most ships need to consider the total weight, so cargoes that are small in space and too heavy are not very popular.
But when it comes to Changxing Shipping, it's the other way around.
Zheng Yuhua said again: "Yang Sheng, the following pages of the document in your hand contain the operation status of each freighter."
"Well!" Yang Wendong also looked at it one by one, although it was not I know a lot about shipping, but Zheng Yuhua writes very clearly, especially the revenue and expenses.
He is not worried about falsification of these figures. Several of his industries are reviewed by the headquarters office every year, and Yang Wendong himself randomly selects a third-party accounting company to review.
Once an abnormality is discovered, it will be a serious problem.
In addition, if the cost figures are too professional, we will also find some colleagues to confirm the rationality.
After a while, Yang Wendong said: "The various data are pretty normal, but the maintenance data add up to quite a high amount."
"Yes." Zheng Yuhua said: "Our ships are all old ships. We have to spend a lot of money to ensure that there are no problems. Otherwise, if something breaks down on the road, it will be troublesome."
"Well, old ships do have this risk." Yang Wendong nodded and said.
A boat that is too old has high maintenance costs, high fuel consumption, slow speed, etc., which are all acceptable. Buyers have this in mind when buying a boat.
But stopping the ship halfway is a fatal risk. You must know that shipping is like an airline. It has plans for when to depart, what route to take, and when to arrive at the destination. It also needs to be reported to the international shipping organization. Facilitate coordination among various terminals.
If the boat breaks down halfway, all of this will be lost and rescue will be needed. This is a huge expense.
More importantly, there are a large number of contracted goods in the cabin. If they cannot be delivered in time, the liquidated damages will be very large, and it will also affect the reputation of the shipping company.
Although this is a small probability event, no one dares to bet. Once it happens, not even one ship may be able to compensate.
Zheng Yuhua added: "So in order to ensure safety, we have to increase costs in terms of maintenance. Before each trip, a comprehensive inspection will be carried out at the dock in Hong Kong. This cost is very expensive."
"You still have to spend money. Second-hand ships are cheap after all, so you have to give them up." Yang Wendong paused and asked: "Last time you suggested buying a new ship, was it because of this aspect? Consider it?”
Zheng Yuhua replied: “Yes, the new ship has a The factory's 6-10-year warranty will be much more stable.
The other is that I can receive ship chartering requests from some Japanese companies. "
" Chartering?" Yang Wendong also knows. , the main profit point for Hong Kong shipowners in this era is renting out ships.
However, most of them are short-term rentals, so Bao Yugang is unique in long-term rentals. Zheng Yuhua said: "Yes, I have known many Japanese shipping companies before. They do not buy ships themselves, but mainly rent ships."
“What’s the price?” Yang Wendong asked curiously.
Zheng Yuhua said: "It all depends on the type of ship. In the past few years, the cost of leasing a million-dollar cargo ship to a Japanese company was generally around $600,000-700,000."
"So high?" Yang Wendong asked in surprise.
Zheng Yuhua explained: “The price seems high, but all operations are the responsibility of the shipowner. The Japanese company does not care about labor costs and ship maintenance.
Even if there is a problem with the ship on the road, which delays their delivery, they will still be heavily fined. Therefore, Hong Kong shipowners who want to take on such business will never dare to use old second-hand ships.
And Japanese companies are also picky. They will not rent second-hand and old ships just to make the rental cheaper. ”
“That’s it. Yang Wendong nodded: "So the huge profits of Hong Kong shipowners actually come from the control of shipping costs." ”
“Yes, the lower the cost control, the greater the profit. "Zheng Yuhua said.
"Yes. Yang Wendong asked again: "Isn't this market saturated yet?" ”
Zheng Yuhua said: "No, new ships are still very popular now, because the global economy is developing rapidly and the speed of new shipbuilding is still not as fast as the demand.
As long as we have ships now, it is impossible not to rent them Get out.”
"Okay." Yang Wendong said, "Then you contact the shipyard in Japan, and we can also purchase new ships."
It will only be 6 years until 1967. Once there is chaos in the Middle East, If the Suez Canal is closed, shipping prices will skyrocket.
Ou Gongzi will pay for it globally.
This opportunity is greater than the Hong Kong real estate crisis, and the income obtained is all cash. At the same time, Hong Kong real estate recovered in the late 1960s, and the funds earned from shipping were used to buy properties. It was a perfect match.
"Okay." Zheng Yuhua asked again: "How many ships should we buy, and what kind of cargo ships should we buy?"
Yang Wendong replied: "How many ships, it depends on Japan and The loan situation of Hong Kong banks, and the communication with the shipyard.
For the type, we will buy bulk carriers first. Even if we can’t rent them out, we can still transport the goods ourselves.”
Zheng Yuhua agreed: “I understand, then I will let the Japanese shipyards know. Come and contact us ”
"Okay." Yang Wendong asked again: "Does Japan produce container ships?"
"Yes, but it is not suitable for us to buy." Zheng Yuhua explained: "Now, there are already some ports around the world Container loading and unloading has begun, and everyone can see that this model is the future of shipping.
But the prerequisite for such loading and unloading is that the port needs to have supporting large-scale equipment, and even many current ports are not able to do so. Changing the location will require a lot of infrastructure investment.
The current international situation is that most terminals are still in the traditional model. If we buy a container ship, we can only rent it. To shipping companies in a very small number of cities, this is not good for our business."
"You are right," Yang Wendong agreed, "Even Hong Kong has no intention of developing containers."
In fact, it is not just a matter of money, but the old wharf is the basis for millions of waterworks. If there is a major reform, what will these people do? Even if Western countries have money, they dare not go to war and can only take their time.
Even if everyone knows that containers are the future, workers don’t care. For example, historically, the UK was one of the largest loading and unloading terminals in Europe. When the trend of the times rolled in, the British government wanted to Containerization was carried out, but dock workers went on strike. In the end, the British government was forced to compromise and suspend the container reform.
The result is that the manual mode is not as good as the container. The UK missed the opportunity to reform the container, making Rotterdam the largest port in Europe.
Zheng Yuhua added: "But Yang Sheng can rest assured that the current shipyards and many shipowners have also seen this trend, so the freighters currently being built are tending to be converted into container freighters in the future.
Although the transportation space efficiency is definitely not as good as that of specialized container ships, it can be used for both purposes. ”
"That's okay, very good." Yang Wendong nodded and said: "Then let Japan know about the intention to buy ships. However, we must continue to acquire second-hand freighters. Once Changxing Industrial's factory in Kwun Tong starts construction, the production capacity will increase significantly. , demand for freight It will also be higher.”
“Understood.” Zheng Yuhua added: “In the past six months, I have collected information about five second-hand cargo ships. I will wait until I have communicated with their current owners. I will review the information together with you. "
"Okay." Yang Wendong followed: "To ensure good quality, even Changxing Industrial's own company cannot have delayed delivery. They also have customers."
"Okay. Yes, don’t worry Yang Sheng , I will definitely pay the most attention to quality." Zheng Yuhua paused, and then said: "Yang Sheng, actually I have another idea, which may involve more investment."
"What investment. ?" Yang Wendong asked.
Zheng Yuhua said: "Yang Sheng, you have also said that you will invest heavily in the shipping market, which will inevitably lead to a large number of sea vessels. In particular, Changxing Industrial has a large demand and needs to purchase a large number of second-hand freighters.
In this way, our ship repair There are a lot of tasks related to ship maintenance, not to mention the cost, and the delay is very long, because several ship repair yards in Hong Kong often need to queue up
So I think if we have. Having your own ship repair yard will save a lot of money Even if it is a new ship, if it has its own maintenance location, it may have a great impact on its lifespan."
"We build our own shipyard?" Yang Wendong thought for a while and asked: "It probably takes How much investment is required? "
Zheng Yuhua replied: "It depends on the land cost, because the shipyard must be near a deep-sea port, which is a very scarce resource, or the cost of reclamation is very high. .
The investment in the ship repair yard itself is about 10 million, and a smaller number of several million is enough. We can expand the investment when the scale becomes larger in the future.
However, land must be purchased in advance. "
"So the most important thing is the location suitable for building a shipyard? "Yang Wendong thought for a while and said.
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