Chapter 356 A bright future

Chapter 356 A bright future

Chapter 356 A bright future
Carbon Silicon Group has been in contact and negotiation on the range extender for half a year. Compared with Dong’an Power, the company prefers Shenhang Mitsubishi because the engine they can provide has a larger displacement, higher thermal efficiency, and a more advanced technical team.

However, the equity structure of Shenhang Mitsubishi is more complicated. It was jointly established by five companies from China, Japan and Malaysia. The largest shareholder is China Aerospace, the second largest shareholder is Japan's Mitsubishi, the third largest shareholder is Fengtian, the fourth is an investment company backed by the Malaysian government, and the fifth is Mitsubishi Corporation, which is responsible for market expansion.

As a joint venture, its management adopts a dual-track system, with the Chinese side responsible for administration and production, and the Japanese side responsible for technology and quality.

According to Cui Zhiyu's report, both sides were being conservative in turns. When one side was about to make progress, the progress was pushed to the other side. When the other side softened its tone, it became a problem on this side. Anyway, it was very difficult to deal with, and I don't know if the two sides were cooperating.

Yu Xing's meeting was specifically requested by Chinese senior executives. In addition to his own work in exposing the pyramid scheme, the country's newly released eight-year industrial plan was also a trigger. Although there was no direct communication with Beijing, the favorable policies were obvious to all.

However, there was no business-related communication at all on the afternoon of the first day after arriving in Fengtian, only pleasantries over drinks.

Yu Xing couldn't hold his liquor and didn't like this, but he saw Cui Zhiyu's extraordinary alcohol tolerance.

By the time Vice President Zhao Hongchao appeared this time, he had become drunk, but Cui Zhiyu was still semi-conscious.

"You have a good alcohol tolerance. Let's drink first and then talk." Yu Xing handed over a cigarette, "Drinking too much can easily damage the liver."

Cui Zhiyu took the cigarette cheerfully: "Sad? Not sad, Mr. Yu, I always feel happy when I think about our electric car business after drinking!"

Yu Xing almost choked on the smoke and stressed, "It hurts the liver. I mean the liver. That's enough. Go to bed early."

"Okay, okay, Mr. Yu, take a rest, take a rest." Cui Zhiyu was still cheerful, "You have to drink even if it hurts your liver, just like this cigarette, the leader handed it to me, you have to smoke even if it hurts your lungs."

Yu Xing glanced at Cui Zhiyu, doubting that he could drink again.

Apart from meeting a few people from Shenhang Mitsubishi on the first day, I gained nothing. I thought there would be formal contact on the second day, at least I could sit in the office and talk, but after a few phone calls, there was no news.

However, if you say there was no communication, Yu Xing received a call from the deputy general manager of Shenhang Mitsubishi in the evening. The other party expressed his apologies for not being in Fengtian, and hoped that there would be progress in the communication between Carbon Silicon Group and Shenhang Mitsubishi this time.

Yu Xing ended the conversation calmly. After hanging up the phone, he informed Cui Zhiyu, who had already run three times to find someone but to no avail, and then comforted him, "Boss Cui, there is a reason why the work is stuck here. It's not your fault at all."

Cui Zhiyu smiled bitterly, he really didn't understand why he was turned away this time.

Yu Xing pondered the situation in front of him: "Whose words are relevant in this Shen Hang Sanling?"

Cui Zhiyu hesitated for three seconds and then said, "It seems that they are all useful."

Five companies from three countries formed a joint venture...

There is no need to think about it, there must be a lot of mountains and rivers inside, but no matter how arrogant they are, they won't call me over to humiliate me, right?
Yu Xing was not angry, just strange.

He thought about it again and could not rule out this possibility. This possibility was relatively small, but arrogance could create all kinds of unexpected situations. Otherwise, what kind of arrogance would it be? However, if we want to consider another possibility...

Yu Xing was thinking about the abnormality, and suddenly he felt like he was looking for the cause of the disease in a tangled mess.

He reviewed it again and asked, "Boss Cui, you said it seems to be useful, right?"

Cui Zhiyu nodded: "Well, I just said some nonsense. This is the feeling I have had with the Japanese several times I met them before and after."

Yu Xing said slowly: "Since they are all useful, and since there is some mutual restraint, then we can think about it the other way around. Maybe we have offended a faction that has a say, or a faction that has a say has new demands, and this is why the changes have occurred."

Cui Zhiyu heard that Mr. Yu had deduced a possible useful clue from the nonsense, and his eyes lit up: "That's right, Mr. Yu, this trip must be wrong. He must have been able to talk to people after drinking a lot of wine before! So what should we do now?"

Yu Xing pondered for a long time, his mind had already turned to the mountain peak. If all else failed, he could wait for the other side to short Mitsubishi, which would give him more bargaining chips. Meanwhile, news from the capital would also take time.

He looked up and saw Cui Zhiyu's expectant eyes, and said with a smile: "Look at me, what can I do? I'm not a god. Just wait according to the original schedule. If the negotiation fails, go back. Go to Dong'an Power next week. Call them as usual in the next two days. If there is no movement, go out and walk around Fengtian. This is my first time here."

Cui Zhiyu knew the possible breakthrough point brought about by favorable policies: "Well, we can wait for the capital."

"There is an opportunity in Beijing. Dong'an Power's technology is a little bit inferior, but it is not unusable. If Dong'an Power does not give in..." Yu Xing thought for a while, "In fact, in addition to our overseas contacts, I can also go to BYD to ask. I have had several good exchanges with Wang Chuanfu."

There are alternative options abroad, but first, the cost is high, and second, joint research and development is not very realistic.

It’s not that there are no other engines in China. Domestic car manufacturers have many engines used in their own products, but they are not sold to the outside world.

If it really doesn't work, Yu Xing thinks he can still try to talk to him. He can't just hang himself here.

Cui Zhiyu breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Great Wall also has engines. If that doesn't work, I'll go find Mr. Wang."

Yu Xing didn't comment, but suddenly smiled and said, "I heard that Mr. Wang hardly drinks, is that right?"

After he returned to Shanghai, he intentionally or unintentionally inquired about more information about Wang Fengying.

Cui Zhiyu said, "Yes, Ms. Wang doesn't drink much. She is the kind of leader who is often quite strict, but everyone respects her."

"I have a very good impression of her." Yu Xing said with a smile, "It seems that we don't even need to drink wine today. Let's find a place to eat and see if there is anything delicious nearby. Your job is really not easy to do, so don't worry."

When Cui Zhiyu first arrived at Carbon Silicon Group, he was responsible for a difficult task, which was indeed very urgent, but he felt relieved to get the understanding of his boss.

Eight people from the Carbon Silicon Group came this time, and they did not get normal contact. However, with Yu Xing personally taking the lead, that's all.

For two consecutive days, we made the usual phone calls. The other end of the call always had this or that to say, but everyone accepted it and there was no intense reaction.

On the last day of the planned trip, Yu Xing neither met the main person nor saw any changes. He also rejected the proposal to give money, and felt that he could go home and make further plans.

However, at 4:30 in the afternoon, Cui Zhiyu received a call from Li Zhenzhong, deputy general manager of Shenhang Mitsubishi, who said that he had returned from other places and heard that Carbon Silicon and his team were in Fengtian and could meet them temporarily.

Cui Zhiyu told the boss the news and asked, "Boss Yu, is there any change?"

Yu Xing shook his head and said, "It's hard to say. Anyway, this trip is inexplicable. It's just to keep us hanging. Let's meet him. It's good to have someone to contact before leaving."

Li Zhenzhong is the deputy general manager of Shenhang Mitsubishi and a member of the board of directors. In addition, he represents the major shareholder China Aerospace to take up the position, and is in charge of the domestic supply chain and official relations.

According to Cui Zhiyu's previous contacts, this person's words carry weight.

On the fourth day after arriving in Fengtian, Yu Xing met with the leaders of Shenhang Mitsubishi.

It was not too surprising that the leader spoke in a relatively gentle tone. It was also not too surprising that it was not clear from his statement that the Carbon Silicon Group had not received proper communication in the past few days.

After saying this, Li Zhenzhong also expressed his difficulties: "Mr. Yu, the situation in the company is quite complicated. After all, Shenhang Mitsubishi is cooperating with Japanese manufacturers, and they are responsible for technical decisions. We can't bypass them."

Yu Xing asked directly: "Mr. Li, is it that Mitsubishi's technical management is unwilling to cooperate with us?"

Li Zhenzhong did not say anything final: "Carbon Silicon Group requires joint research and development of the joint venture, which is something that Shenhang Mitsubishi has never done before."

"Shenyang-Mitsubishi is a joint venture. New energy is a new track and is strongly supported by policies. I believe that Mr. Li must have read the eight-year industry plan. Our unprecedented form of cooperation is the best response to the unprecedented industrial situation." Yu Xing encountered an opportunity to meet and communicate, and expressed his attitude strongly, "If Mr. Li is willing to support, we can negotiate with the Japanese side together. We can lower our requirements for the shareholding of the joint venture, and the joint research and development laboratory can also be set up in Fengtian."

This is a concession that Yu Xing is willing to make.

Li Zhenzhong shook his head repeatedly: "Mr. Yu, you don't understand. Mitsubishi is not easy to deal with. They are very arrogant. We are not like Dong'an Power. It is much easier for them to make similar decisions."

Then he talked about the difficult problems he encountered at work.

Yu Xing listened silently for a while, and finally got the feeling that the man was only willing to chat and not take action.

That means the time has not come yet. Yu Xing finished his conversation with the deputy general manager.

Li Zhenzhong personally stood up to see Mr. Yu out, and at the end asked: "Mr. Yu, I heard that you are also talking with Dong'an Power? Are you going to Bingcheng tomorrow?"

Dong’an Power’s headquarters is located in Ice City, Heilongjiang Province.

Yu Xing did not evade the question: "We will return to Shanghai tonight. We will discuss with Dong'an Power next week whether there is any opportunity for cooperation. Carbon Silicon Group still has an urgent need for range extenders."

Li Zhenzhong smiled and said, "Really? I don't think Mr. Yu is anxious at all. I haven't received any calls from you. Dong'an Power, well, it's much easier for them to make decisions. It's not like here where there are so many difficulties. Mr. Yu, I have a friend over there. I'll ask for you in the evening."

Yu Xing shook hands and expressed his gratitude, but he was somewhat surprised by the attitude of the man who was finally released.

Only Cui Zhiyu and Yu Xing attended the meeting, and the rest were waiting outside.

"Boss Yu, Boss Li is willing to ask Dong'an Power for us. This is..." Cui Zhiyu said with a smile, "What a pleasant surprise."

Yu Xing nodded, indeed.

However, the unexpected surprise soon revealed its reason.

Before the two of them left the factory, someone hurriedly caught up with them. It was Xiao Guolong, the secretary of the chairman of Shenhang Mitsubishi.

Cui Zhiyu had dealt with this person before and also called him this time, but he just evaded responsibility.

He introduced the man's identity to the boss and exchanged a few simple greetings.

"Mr. Yu, Mr. Cui, we have more cooperation processes for this engine." Xiao Guolong also talked about the difficulties, "Shenyang Aviation Mitsubishi absolutely supports the development of our new energy industry, but..."

Yu Xing really didn't want to play along anymore, so he interrupted, "Boss Xiao, I understand. We all understand. Boss Li has also talked to us about this. We all feel the same way."

Xiao Guolong took a deep look at Mr. Yu who was working on a new energy project in Lingang, and said a key message: "Mr. Yu, yes, no matter where we are, everyone feels the same. Mr. Li is going to be transferred to the Ordnance Equipment Group, and he still supports..."

Cui Zhiyu suddenly uttered in astonishment: "Damn!"

Xiao Guolong glanced at Cui Zhiyu with satisfaction and finished his words: "He still supports the development of the new energy industry."

Cui Zhiyu already understood the situation. In the first half of the year, 54.51% of Dong’an Power’s shares were transferred from AVIC to Changan Automobile, making the latter the controlling shareholder. Changan is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the China North Industries Group Corporation.

Li Zhenzhong, the deputy general manager of Shenhang Mitsubishi, is about to be transferred to the China North Industries Group Corporation, which holds a controlling stake in Dong'an Power. He is likely to remain in charge of the automotive business. In other words, he may hope that the cooperation with Silicon Carbon Group will take place at Dong'an Power rather than at Shenhang Mitsubishi, which he is about to leave.

Cui Zhiyu quickly and briefly told the boss the key information, and then stopped Xiao Guolong who was about to leave, and asked bluntly: "Mr. Xiao, Mr. Xiao, to be honest, we are very willing to cooperate with Shenhang Mitsubishi. Since Chairman Chen knew about this, why did he acquiesce to Mr. Li's doing this? Our cooperation can be a win-win situation!"

Xiao Guolong looked around and said tactfully: "Mr. Li has made great contributions to the development of Shenhang Mitsubishi."

Therefore, the fact that the Carbon Silicon Group was blocked and a cooperation was given up was tacitly accepted.

Yu Xing also sorted out the matter in his mind.

He was not angry, but just a little amused: "Boss Xiao, are you doing things so roundabout?"

Xiao Guolong said modestly with a bit of dissatisfaction: "Mr. Yu, Dong'an Power is also good."

Yu Xing pondered for a few seconds and said, "Indeed, Dong'an Power is also good. Beijing is planning a project to support range extenders. Dong'an is indeed easier to promote than a company like yours that has so many decision-making links."

Xiao Guolong was stunned: "Mr. Yu, what do you mean?"

Yu Xing shrugged, gave Cui Zhiyuzhi a look, turned and left.

Xiao Guolong heard the news that he was completely unaware of, and seeing the reactions of the two, he quickly followed and asked: "Mr. Yu, Mr. Yu, what is the project that supports the range extender? Mr. Yu, let's sit down and talk."

Soon, he started to trot: "Boss Yu, wait, wait, hey, Boss Yu!"

Xiao Guolong's beer belly failed to catch up with the four legs of the Carbon Silicon Group, and he had to watch the other party's business car leave.

He slapped his thigh, feeling that his acquiescence this time might ruin things, so he hurried to inquire and report the situation to his boss.

Everything happens for a reason, and that reason has been revealed.

Cui Zhiyu sat in the car and asked his boss: "Boss Yu, is there any news from Beijing?"

"No news, but we can't just be sent away as a gift. From a technical perspective, Shenhang Mitsubishi is still our first choice." Yu Xing remained calm. "They were the ones who were holding us back before, but now we can hold them back. Now that the matter is clear, without Mr. Li's obstruction, our joint research and development may not be that difficult."

He now suspected that the previous difficulties were also man-made, but if he could give them news that broke their underwater acquiescence and eliminate the human factor, the R&D cooperation would probably be able to proceed normally.

Cui Zhiyu concentrated and said, "Dongan Power completed the share transfer only last month."

"Well, since cooperation between the two sides may not be as difficult as we thought, but now there is such a problem, we should appropriately increase our requirements for shares and joint development." Yu Xing's thoughts did not stop at those twists and turns, but focused on more beneficial cooperation. "Our bottom line now is 51% and the joint development center in Lingang."

After encountering difficulties, Silicon Carbon Group was willing to reduce its shareholding, but now it is different.

Just as Cui Zhiyu was about to speak, his cell phone lit up.

He lifted it up and showed it to his boss.

Yu Xing turned off his phone and said with a smile, "Don't reply, don't give accurate information. Maybe if they ask, it may push the policy progress of Beijing. Let's talk in Lingang next time."

Cui Zhiyu breathed a sigh of relief. He didn't expect that the difficult task was due to the other party's transfer.

He shook his head and complained, "Boss Yu, when our market gets better, we will swallow up this joint research and development."

Yu Xing laughed: "That's too bad, I'm the kind of person who likes win-win situations."

Cui Zhiyu was somewhat skeptical about this.

The Carbon Silicon Group returned to Shanghai with nothing to show for their work.

Just the next day, news came from Shenhang Mitsubishi.

This time, it was Shen Hang’s chairman who called personally and offered an unexpected condition.

"Mr. Yu, we are about to have a 1.5T engine. How about we meet in Lingang next week to have a chat?"

Carbon Silicon Group had previously only discussed 1.5L, but they didn't expect the other party to have another trick up their sleeve.

Yu Xing was very surprised and enthusiastic: "Haha, Mr. Chen, you're welcome. I know we have the same intention to develop the new energy industry. I'll wait for you in Lingang."
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