Rebirth 99 to become a car giant

Materials science is a basic science.

It’s not easy to achieve some great results.

But once there is any special breakthrough, it will often have unexpected effects.

Carbon fiber is a typical representative.

In particular, the application of carbon fiber in the military industry makes it even more special.

Why do carbon fiber giants such as Toray and Hexcel of America ban the sale of T800 to China? Even T700 was banned before?

Not only because these materials have broad application prospects in aircraft, rockets, missiles, satellites and other products.

The sudden emergence of Nanshan carbon fiber has only brought some commercial confusion to Toray.

But for people at Hexcel America, Boeing, and the Pentagon, the situation is different.

Their intelligence sources are richer and the issues they consider are more complex.

"Thomas, are you sure Nanshan Carbon Fiber has mastered the production technology of T800?"

Boeing's procurement director David and Pentagon representative John were sitting in a conference room with Thomas, the president of Hexcel America, discussing matters.

In fact, for American Hexcel, the emergence of Nanshan Carbon Fiber will not have a particularly large and rapid impact on their business.

Because they mainly deal with American military industrial enterprises.

Most of the carbon fiber in the civilian field is supplied by Japan's Toray.

But the Pentagon and Boeing have different things to worry about.

Many people know Boeing because of civilian airliners such as the Boeing 737 and Boeing 767.

After all, as long as anyone has flown on an airplane, it has basically been either a Boeing plane or an Airbus plane, with few exceptions.

However, Boeing is actually a very important arms company in the United States.

It produces a range of fighters, bombers and early warning aircraft, including the F-15, F-16, F-18, B-52 and E-3 early warning aircraft.

Meanwhile, Boeing also produces a range of drones and multi-role helicopters, including the MQ-1 Predator and AH-64 Apache.

In addition to this, Boeing produces a range of missiles and satellites, including the AGM-86 cruise missile and GPS satellites.

It can be said that Boeing has provided important weapons assistance to the U.S. defense for nearly a hundred years.

The further these weapons develop, the more they will need to use various carbon fiber composite materials.

To date, most of these composites have been supplied by Hexcel America.

It is conceivable that the rise of Nanshan carbon fiber will cause Boeing to worry!

"John, David, although I know that everyone is reluctant to believe it, this company in China does already have the production capacity of T800 carbon fiber, but the production capacity is not particularly high."

"As for the T700 and T600, as long as you want them, you can already buy them from China."

As soon as Thomas said these words, John and David's hearts sank a little.

This situation is not optimistic.

Especially John, as a representative of the Pentagon, he is very clear about the impact it will have once the Chinese apply high-end carbon fibers such as T800 and T700 to products such as aircraft and rockets.

In the future, it is certain that a large number of aircraft and satellites of various types will achieve a qualitative breakthrough in performance.

This is certainly something the United States does not want to see.

"So according to what you said, is it true that the T800, which some companies in China couldn't buy even if they tried their best in the past, can be used casually in the future, and the price will be even cheaper?"

Although John already had the answer in his mind, he still asked more questions without giving up.

"Although this result is not what we expected to see, it is the fact!"

“In the future, China’s aircraft and satellites will no longer lack carbon fiber materials.”

"It is very likely that in three to five years, their related products will develop by leaps and bounds."

Thomas expressed his inner thoughts very directly.

These words immediately silenced John and David.

"John, we at Hexcel are willing to increase research on the new generation of carbon fiber technology and strive to achieve technological breakthroughs as soon as possible so that our carbon fiber technology can continue to lead the world."

"However, this requires a lot of manpower and material resources, especially if additional speed is required, the cost will be even greater."

"If the Pentagon can support a research and development fund, it will make sense for us to achieve a breakthrough as soon as possible."

Thomas would definitely not give up such a good opportunity to win R\u0026D funding.

He even feels that the emergence of Nanshan Carbon Fiber is not necessarily a bad thing for them.

After all, they mainly deal with military industry orders. Even if the cost of Nanshan carbon fiber is very low, these orders are unlikely to be adopted.

But with this pressure, you might be able to get additional R\u0026D funding.

Even before a new product comes out, it can receive considerable R\u0026D subsidies every year.

And his statement made Boeing’s David’s eyes light up.

Hexcel can even take advantage of the threat posed by Nanshan Carbon Fiber to ask for funding from the Pentagon.

So as one of the Pentagon's most important arms contractors, does Boeing need more funding as a matter of course?

After all, China will definitely make new breakthroughs in the fields of aircraft and missiles through the development of high-end carbon fiber technology.

By then, America's advantage will be further reduced.

At this time, it seems completely reasonable for Boeing to ask for more funds, right?

Anyway, so much money is spent every year, it’s for everyone, right?

Thinking of this, David couldn't sit still and said immediately: "John, I think what Thomas said makes sense. We really need to give Hexcel some more R\u0026D support and strive to make T1100 carbon fiber as soon as possible. Develop it.”

"Then we can further establish our technological advantages and continue to be far ahead."

With David's words, the atmosphere at the scene began to change a bit.

Thomas and David looked at each other and quickly reached a consensus.

"In fact, I think not only does Hexcel need to increase R\u0026D investment to launch higher-end carbon fiber, but Boeing also needs to use more high-end carbon fiber in new products so that our aircraft and missile technology can continue to be far ahead."

"Otherwise, it is likely to have a certain impact on the world structure."

You help me, I help you.

This kind of thing is the same everywhere.

David was willing to help Hexcel get funding, and Thomas naturally wanted to help Boeing get funding from the Pentagon.

Although this kind of thing cannot be achieved with just a few words, it can at least be a foreshadowing and a beginning.

"I will report your concerns when I return."

John looked at Thomas and David, who often ate and drank together, and after thinking for a while, he gave the answer.

Over the years, he has gained a lot of experience.

He knew that if he could help Hexcel and Boeing obtain more funds, the other party would certainly not lose their share of the benefits.

My neighbor's child seems to have always wanted to work at Boeing. I can help recommend him and get tens of thousands of dollars in benefits. Is it normal?

Or maybe when I get a reminder from the other party at a certain "appropriate" time, if I buy a certain stock, it seems that there will be no problem no matter how I check it, right?

There are always more methods than problems.

Capitalist countries are even better at legalizing some illegal issues.

The three people quickly reached a tacit understanding and turned the Nanshan Carbon Fiber matter into an opportunity to make profits for themselves.

As for whether we really need to worry about the rise of Nanshan Carbon Fiber, few people actually care.

In addition to companies such as Toray that have been significantly affected.

Of course, Cao Yang didn't know these things.

At this moment, he was discussing with Zeng Jianying the construction of the second phase of the Nanshan carbon fiber factory.

"Mr. Cao, according to the predictions of relevant institutions, the global carbon fiber market demand in 2008 is close to 40,000 tons. It is expected to double in the next five years and even reach a demand of more than 150,000 tons in the next ten years."

"At present, except for the 10,000-ton T300 and T400 carbon fiber production capacity we cooperate with Guangwei, and our own 10,000-ton production capacity, the rest can basically be ignored."

"The carbon fiber production capacity of companies such as the United States and Japan basically supplies most of the market."

"If we want to completely break this pattern, the best thing is to directly increase production capacity and lower prices, so that companies such as Toray can no longer operate."

Zeng Jianying is also full of enthusiasm and is preparing to make Nanshan Carbon Fiber the world's number one carbon fiber company in the shortest possible time.

To become the world's number one, in addition to technological breakthroughs, production capacity must not fall behind.

The production capacity of the first-phase factory cannot even fully meet domestic demand, and there is no way to impact the market with large quantities of low-price exports.

Even the cooperation with Airbus has more symbolic meaning.

But once the second phase of the factory is built, the situation will definitely change a lot.

Now he wants to convince Cao Yang that the second phase of the factory will be built to double the production capacity of the first phase.

Although the investment will be larger, the production capacity effect will be more significant by then.

"If the second phase of the factory is built according to the method you mentioned, then the domestic carbon fiber production will reach 40,000 tons after completion, which can basically meet the market demand."

"But to export a large amount overseas, it's actually still a bit insufficient."

"Toray and Hexcel should be able to do well thanks to their overseas markets."

"This kind of scene is definitely not what we want to see."

"So either we don't do it, or if we do, we just kill them!"

"The original plan of the second-phase factory was mainly to produce high-end carbon fiber for T700 and T800, but the market demand for these high-end products is relatively limited."

"The original planned production capacity of 10,000 tons is enough to produce T700 and T800."

"We will directly expand the remaining 10,000 tons of production capacity to 20,000 tons, and completely drive down the price of T600 in one go."

"Then Guangwei will lower the prices of T300 and T400. By then, the carbon fiber market will be in chaos, and Toray will definitely not be able to keep up with us."

"Once the mass-produced carbon fiber loses its market, they will not have enough funds to develop more new technologies. By then, they will fall into an endless loop, and that's when we will achieve transcendence."

As a strategic emerging material, carbon fiber is fully worthy of Nanshan Group’s struggle.

Especially in the future, China's wind power industry will usher in great development. The most suitable blade material for wind power is carbon fiber.

By then, this field alone will be able to consume at least 10,000 tons of carbon fiber, and even 20,000 tons at a time.

As long as the technology is strong enough and competitive enough, there is no need to worry about no one wanting the product once it is produced.

"No problem, I'll arrange for someone to change the plan now."

"In terms of land, Chang'an City has started to take action in advance and has leveled another two thousand acres of land around our first-phase factory."

"If we need more, that's no problem."

"However, the production of carbon fiber requires hundreds of processes, more than 300 key technologies, more than 3,000 process parameters, and the integration of more than ten systems before it can be completed."

"Raising production capacity so high at once means that our investment will increase even more."

"The second phase of the factory may directly require an investment of close to 10 billion."

Zeng Jianying looked at Cao Yang worriedly.

Although the Nanshan Group has a big business, an investment of 10 billion is definitely very scary.

This is only 2008.

Whether it is the RMB or the U.S. dollar, the purchasing power is still leveraged.

"It's easy to talk about investment. Last time, Chang'an City said it could help us coordinate a loan and even subsidize part of the interest for us."

"If we want to invest 10 billion yuan in one go this time, let alone subsidizing the interest, it should be no problem to directly waive the interest."

"So funding is not a particular concern."

"What I'm worried about is whether there are enough technical personnel to put this factory into operation as soon as possible."

"So the next step is to make full use of the first phase of the factory and recruit more people to become familiar with the relevant positions."

"We can even equip all positions with one set of managers, and then move the other team directly to the new factory."

When Cao Yang said this, Zeng Jianying was overjoyed.

Judging from this, the construction of the second phase of the factory is stable.

From now on, Nanshan Carbon Fiber will be the largest private enterprise in Chang'an City, and the largest carbon fiber enterprise in China and even the world.

With an annual output of 40,000 tons of high-end carbon fiber, this capability is very powerful no matter where or when it is placed.

You know, the global carbon fiber market demand this year is about 40,000 tons.

Although it will grow rapidly in the future, it is impossible to double every year.

However, if Tori heard the news, she would probably faint in the toilet from crying.

Of course, Cao Yang doesn't care about this matter.

He just asked Nanshan Equipment to start arranging preparations for carbon fiber production equipment as soon as possible.

For such a large factory, there is a lot of equipment that needs to be prepared.

Fortunately, Nanshan Equipment has now built a special large-scale factory of its own, so there is no particularly big problem.

However, it is inevitable to expand the recruitment of technical personnel, R\u0026D personnel, and workers.

Even the turnover of Nanshan Equipment this year can bring you a huge surprise.

…

"Ronald, have you heard about the second phase of Nanshan Carbon Fiber Factory?"

The Nanshan Group's actions were so big, it was impossible for Liu Tianwu not to hear anything.

For example, projects involving land acquisition of more than 1,000 acres cannot be approved by the province.

Once these projects are reported, other provinces can quickly learn about them.

Even the offices in Beijing of various provinces and cities are better informed and can quickly transmit relevant information back.

After all, in an era when economic development ranks first, attracting investment is also an extremely important task.

If there is investment, there will be employment. If there is investment, there will be taxes. If there is investment, there will be GDP.

The importance of investment cannot be ignored.

Otherwise, how could investment attraction always be taken seriously?

"Leader, I called a few people to find out about this matter yesterday, and it's basically settled."

"And the plan for the second phase of the factory is larger than everyone expected."

"Originally, the first phase of the Nanshan carbon fiber factory has a production capacity of 10,000 tons, and the second phase of the factory will be built directly on a scale of 30,000 tons."

"After completion, the second-phase factory will be the largest carbon fiber factory in the world. The products will not only meet the domestic market demand, but also be exported overseas."

The more Luo Yi said this, the more regretful Liu Tianwu felt.

How come such a good project didn’t land in Yangcheng?

I can help find a large piece of land from other districts for Nanshan Carbon Fiber.

Of course, he could only keep these words in his heart.

He knew that even if he said it, it would be meaningless.

If Yangcheng really dares to take any action to seize the second phase factory from Chang'an City, then this lawsuit will probably go straight to the sky.

If you want to develop the economy, don’t I want it?

Support the development of the western region.

"This time, Chang'an City got a big bargain."

"In the future, a series of peripheral industries can be formed around Nanshan Carbon Fiber."

"Wind power components, aerospace components, automotive components, etc., as long as carbon fiber is used, a new industrial park can be formed around Nanshan Carbon Fiber."

Liu Tianwu was so envious in his heart.

But I can only feel envious.

He knows that Nanshan Group has made Nanshan Carbon Fiber independent, and all relevant personnel, whether it is R\u0026D, management, or factory personnel, have all gone to work in Chang'an City.

It can be said that Nanshan Carbon Fiber has nothing to do with Yangcheng in other aspects except that its shareholder is Nanshan Group in Yangcheng.

"I heard that Nanshan Group has been vigorously researching and developing battery technology and semiconductor technology in the past two years. By then, it should consider building large-scale semiconductor factories and battery factories in Yangcheng."

“When the time comes, the investment in these factories may not be much less than that of Nanshan Carbon Fiber.”

Seeing that something was wrong with his leader's face, Luo Yi quickly changed the topic.

Why did I suddenly forget this incident?

"The future of Nanshan Batteries may be bright, but the production capacity in a short period of time is definitely not high."

"Build a production line first, which is only one or two billion, which is enough to cover the investment of five or six billion."

"There is absolutely no way to compare it with the Nanshan Carbon Fiber Phase II Factory."

"As for semiconductors, this is something to look forward to."

"But the threshold for this industry is very high, and I don't know when Nanshan Group will be able to develop its own semiconductor technology."

Liu Tianwu is a knowledge-based official who has knowledge in many aspects.

The most important thing is that he is easy to learn.

You have never been exposed to some things before, but as long as you are willing to spend time researching and learning, you can actually master some basic things very quickly.

It's not like he is asked to engage in research and development. It is enough to master some basic things.

"Nanshan Group can always bring surprises to everyone. I think in the semiconductor industry, maybe Nanshan Group can also bring surprises to everyone."

"Not only do they cooperate with Warwick, but they also established BYD Nanshan Semiconductor with BYD. They also have an independent Nanshan Semiconductor Co., Ltd. It can be said that they have a multi-faceted semiconductor business. They may give everyone a surprise when."

Luo Yi said this with confidence.

There is no way, Nanshan Group has brought him too many surprises over the years.

This time, he believed that Nanshan Group would not let him down.

"In this way, you arrange for someone to investigate and understand the situation of the semiconductor industry, and then form a report. I want to take a closer look."

"The semiconductor industry has always been a relatively weak industry in China. If Nanshan Group really attaches great importance to it and wants to make a difference in this industry, we in Yangcheng must also do something."

"Otherwise, I might be poached by others."

Nanshan Carbon Fiber can be attracted by Chang'an City, but what about Nanshan Semiconductor?

It would be depressing if it was taken away by the Shenzhen City next door or other cities.

The semiconductor industry is a rising industry that can attract everyone's attention.

Liu Tianwu was absolutely reluctant to give up.

"No problem. At that time, we can also introduce some supporting policies in terms of policies, talents, funding, scientific research, etc., to attract more related companies to set up factories in Yangcheng."

"There are many companies involved in the semiconductor industry. It may be difficult for Nanshan Group alone to form a complete industrial chain."

“I think the city and even the province can help advance this aspect.”

Luo Yi has been with Liu Tianwu for so many years, so his vision is naturally good.

Besides, if his vision was not good, Liu Tianwu would not use him as his staff at the same time.

"Well, what you said makes sense. When the time comes, I will report to the relevant departments of Lingnan Province to see if all departments can work together to introduce some relevant support policies and let Nanshan Group feel our warmth."

In some industries, as long as companies are willing to work hard, the local area will provide strong support.

Especially when it comes to some high-precision product fields, some supporting policies are needed.

In fact, not only China is doing this work, but other countries are doing the same thing.

Take a look at what the United States did in later generations to further improve its chip competitiveness.

At that time, why didn’t American fans talk about market economy?