The birth of the Hong Kong Island family

In early April, at Queen Mary Hospital in Hong Kong, Tang Caiyun gave birth to another son, named Lin Ruikai.

Today, Lin Zhichao has four sons, namely Lin Ruihuan, Lin Ruijiang, Lin Ruihai (born by Xu Caiying), and Lin Ruikai. The family is prosperous.

In the VIP room, Xu Caiying held Lin Ruikai, who had just given birth, and said, "I feel relieved that he is a boy!"

Tang Caiyun leaned on the bed, her husband guarding her, and said warmly: "Why are you relieved that he is a boy?"

Xu Caiying said matter-of-factly: "According to probability theory, our family already has four boys, so my next child may be a little princess. What a great thing! Things are rare and valuable, and by then the four brothers will not be spoiled by them." Doting on you."

Lin Zhichao and Tang Caiyun laughed. In fact, everyone had vaguely wanted a daughter for this child, but things were so strange. Maybe Lin Zhichao had the 'boy gene'.

"That's not necessarily true. I'm planning to give birth to another child. Maybe the 'little princess' won't be able to share the same room with you!" Tang Caiyun said deliberately.

Xu Caiying suddenly got excited, and said: "That's good too! From now on, the little princess born to me will be my sister, and the little princess born to my sister will be my sister. Let my sister spoil my sister since childhood, and continue the friendship between us. It's just the other way around. I think Just thinking about it makes me think it’s pretty good!”

She has liked to follow Tang Caiyun around since she was a child. Even when she goes to bed at night, she likes to go to her sister's room; her sister is attached to her sister, and her sister dotes on her sister.

Tang Caiyun said: "It's not easy to be a sister. You have to learn to share everything with your sister!" After speaking, she said pointedly.

Xu Caiying blushed and said coquettishly: "Sister!"

Lin Zhichao laughed 'haha', and then said: "My daughter will definitely not be like this. Even a British prince is not worthy of it."

Tang Caiyun quickly added: "This is natural! But Hong Kong's laws should also be reformed, right? In the 1960s and 1970s?"

Tang Caiyun still hates polygamy, but of course she thinks it is acceptable for her husband, anyway, Xu Caiying has a good relationship with her since childhood.

Lin Zhichao said: "When the economy improves, reforms will naturally follow."

For Tang Caiyun and Xu Caiying, reform is of course a good thing, so as to prevent Lin Zhichao from marrying again. They are already worried that Lin Zhichao still has a house overseas. If he has been raised overseas, it is acceptable; but if he just marries in, everyone will not get along as well as they do now.

They also know that with Lin Zhichao's "superpower" in that area, it is already very rare to be able to avoid being lewd, and his self-control is very good.

Like many other rich people in Hong Kong, they have several houses at home and often go out to look for flowers. That is the normal behavior of Hong Kong rich people.

The next day.

When Lin Zhichao came to the Yangtze River Industrial Park, the fourth new factory building was already under construction and was expected to be put into use in October. This is a five-story industrial building with a floor area of ​​about 150,000 square feet.

This industrial building is ready to be used for zipper production, while the original three-storey zipper factory can be reserved as a spare workshop, ready to be put into use at any time, such as the production of plastic flowers, Barbie dolls, etc.

Only one floor is enough for a wig factory, and the plastic flower industry is much larger than the wig industry; because of this, Hong Kong’s plastic industry in the previous life also separated into a plastic flower industry, and the two industries are side by side. It can be seen that the plastic flower industry How huge.

In his previous life, Li Jiacheng earned tens of millions of Hong Kong dollars in the plastic flower industry. This was because the scale of his factory could not keep up at the beginning, and many other factories seized a lot of market share. This situation did not exist in Changjiang Plastic Factory.

"Boss, the European Toy Factory sent a message that they need to order another 50,000 Beer Lilys and 150,000 sets of six-style costumes." Ke Yanping walked into the boss's office excitedly and reported a piece of good news.

Lin Zhichao was a little surprised when he heard it, but after thinking about it, he felt it was natural. Even if sales reach 150,000 Beau Lilies this year, this is a very normal level.

Schrader's Gauss, Muto and others only need to rely on market sales to make advance orders. After all, production and transportation will take about two months.

"Well, pay attention to quality and production efficiency, and complete orders on time."

Ke Yanping nodded, and then said: "No problem, we plan to deliver in three batches, so as not to delay things. We don't need to work overtime too much to avoid affecting quality."

It does make sense. If you work overtime late at night, your spirit will inevitably decline, and it is easy to produce defective products. At present, many production lines of Changjiang Industry are implemented in two shifts, which is conducive to the rest of the employees and improves the survival efficiency.

"How about other toys?" Lin Zhichao asked.

You should know that Beer Lily's Asian agent belongs to Changjiang Toys Factory. At the same time, Changjiang Toys Factory also has the brand of "Bond Toys" and does OEM business for European and American toy manufacturers.

On the whole, although the Changjiang Toy Factory does not currently make money in the wig industry (high profits, the industry leader), it is larger than the wig factory in terms of scale.

"Another OEM toy manufacturer has another North American Bond brand toy, which is very popular in Hong Kong and Southeast Asia. Overall, the development is in a state of steady growth. By the way, our oldest competitor - Kaida Industry, also It has entered the field of OEM toys for Europe and the United States—production of springs, gears, and trolley toys, and its strength cannot be underestimated." Ke Yanping reported seriously.

He actually knew that the boss knew about it, and there was almost nothing he could hide from the boss, but he needed to report it in detail.

After Lin Zhichao heard this, he didn't pay much attention to Kaida Industrial. He didn't expect OEM to make money, but more of a comprehensive development plan; in fact, the core of Yangtze Toy Factory will be its own brand and high-end products. Innovative toys with added value'.

Kaida Industrial is one of the largest plastic factories in Hong Kong. In recent years, it has been the main rival of Changjiang Plastic Factory, but everyone is living in peace and there is no vicious competition. Nowadays, it is logical for Kaida Industrial to enter the toy field. After all, the plastic factory has been in the toy business since the beginning, and most toys are made of plastic materials.

The important thing is that Kaida Industrial has abundant funds. As early as 1948, its boss Ding Houzhao borrowed three million Hong Kong dollars from the bank to build factories and produce plastics and toys.

Lin Zhichao has a disdain for the foundry industry. Although he is currently engaged in this industry, he has many "creative toy" projects after all.

"I plan to ask the Yangtze River Industrial Group to recruit a group of talents and elites and arrange them to the Yangtze River Toy Factory to expand our management team. As the general manager, you must focus on the world level, such as the two toys we partner with. To maintain communication and contact with the factory, and to examine the advantages of world toy manufacturers, etc., we should organize overseas inspections and delegate the production and management business in Hong Kong to our subordinates to form a modern toy enterprise."

Ke Yanping has a good education level and has worked in Yangtze River Industry for four or five years. No matter how big the company is, Lin Zhichao is willing to trust these "own people"; of course there is a prerequisite, that is, their experience, experience, and knowledge must be As the business expands, so does the growth.

"Well, I understand what the boss means!" Ke Yanping said confidently.

He knew the positioning and development trend of Yangtze Toy Factory from the time when his boss partnered with two overseas toy companies. After following his boss for so many years, he also knew that the boss looked down on small toy companies and must become a big company. Therefore, he has always been strict with himself.

Lin Zhichao nodded and said: "You are the general manager. I hope that you will not only be my first assistant in the toy business, but also a leader with independent abilities."

Ke Yanping knew that the boss was delegating power to him. After all, the boss had so many businesses and it was impossible to handle every industry personally. It was already very powerful to be able to give everyone a bright light and guide the general direction.

"Okay, I will definitely do more to share the boss's worries!"

Lin Zhichao still values ​​​​the toy industry very much, but he cannot spend too much energy on it, so he focuses more on cultivating the abilities of his subordinates. And he, of course, is the one who makes suggestions.

A classic toy project requires more IP development, such as Barbie. Even if it is a patented Rubik's Cube, it needs to be considered for market acceptance, more people will participate, and more parents will think that this product is beneficial to developing intelligence; this requires organizing competitions and publicity.

Afterwards, Lin Zhichao came to the Yangtze Plastic Factory and visited the Plastic Flower Laboratory accompanied by Tao Derong. A total of seven technicians participated in this project, and they all signed three-year labor contracts and technical confidentiality contracts.

"Boss, through our time checking information (plastic information) and researching, we have formulated three general directions for plastic flowers - the first is formula and color matching, the second is molding combination, and the third is styles and varieties." The project team The team leader Cheng Guangpu is a Chinese and a veteran plastics talent from the Yangtze River Plastic Factory. He reported the progress of the project seriously.

Cheng Guangpu felt that he had received an amazing opportunity this time. There were two foreign plastic talents in this project, which showed that the boss attached great importance to it.

Lin Zhichao heard Cheng Guangpu's confidence and asked, "Can you master the technology in half a year?"

When Cheng Guangpu heard this, he said without hesitation: "No problem!"

Lin Zhichao nodded and said: "Manager Tao, you need to work closely with the R\u0026D team to provide some data, such as what kind of flowers do Europeans like? What kind of flowers do North Americans like? What kind of flowers do Hong Kong like? Based on these Market research, produce different 'wax samples' of different color styles, and then go to the market to conduct market research. Once confirmed, we will carry out targeted production in the future."

"Well, I know!" Tao Derong said seriously.

He knew that once the plastic flowers were successfully developed, the daily necessities production business of Yangtze Plastic Factory would be cut off because the boss had not cared about this business for a long time.

Therefore, if he wants to gain the status of the group, he must achieve great success in 'Plastic Flowers'. The 'Plastic Flower' is a world-class 'product that fills the blank market'. Once successful, Yangtze Plastic Factory will gain huge economic benefits and reputation.

Afterwards, Lin Zhichao and everyone learned about the specific research and development of plastic flowers.

Although he has no intention of joining, he still needs to understand clearly.

"Boss, this is the list of materials taken this time. Can you take a look at it?" Yangtze Trading General Manager Lu Bensheng handed over a copy of the information and said respectfully.

Although he couldn't help feeling happy, he didn't dare to get carried away in front of his boss and take credit.

Lin Zhichao nodded and immediately opened the information.

"235 Nissan jeeps, 18 cranes, 26 bulldozers, and 21 mountain diggers (gravel). The total auction price is 3.6 million Hong Kong dollars!"

Cheap, really cheap!

Lin Zhichao only calculated in his mind and found that this batch of goods had a profit of at least three million.

"Has the transportation matter been settled?"

"The ship arranged by Global Shipping Lines was said to be available on the way, and the internal price was HK$80,000."

A freewheeler can accommodate 2,840 jeeps, 260 medium tanks or 440 light tanks, and 230 million rounds of ammunition. Large equipment such as aircraft, tanks, and locomotives can also be tied to the deck, enough to arm a light armored brigade or a motorized infantry brigade. .

Therefore, with just over two hundred jeeps, Global Shipping can indeed arrange them easily, even if the ship is on long-term lease.

Later, Lin Zhichao said: "Sell these mechanical equipment that can be used in real estate to Cheung Kong Holdings. As for the jeep, have you thought about the sales channels?"

Lu Bensheng said easily: "As soon as we release the news, this batch of goods will immediately become a hot commodity. Like this jeep, Hengchang Trading, Jiehe Automobile Dealers, etc. are probably rushing to get it. If not, the sales point in Aomen, Merchants from Southeast Asia will also buy it. When it arrives in Hong Kong, it will basically be sold out! As long as everyone knows that we have the 'approval document' in hand, everyone will only compete to contact us in the future."

This is true, parallel imports are so profitable, and there are no taxes here in Hong Kong!

Lin Zhichao said with satisfaction: "Well done, I'll count you as a bonus at the end of the year!"

Lu Bensheng hurriedly said modestly: "It's just running errands. If it weren't for the boss's connections, nothing would be possible. Those who envy our 'approval' may have nothing to do!"

Lin Zhichao smiled and said: "That's not necessarily the case. There are always people with good means. You underestimate other Chinese businessmen in Hong Kong. Of course, we don't expect this business to make a fortune. You have to make good use of it. Don't use unfamiliar materials for a while. To raise prices or something like that, it’s just a part-time job, not my job.”

Lu Bensheng said on his face: "I understand!"

Yangtze River Trading is the raw material guarantee for the entire Yangtze River Industrial Group, and he certainly understands the importance.

The next day.

In the conference room of Cheung Kong Industries, senior executives gathered together.

Huang Changhong, deputy general manager and engineering department, Hu Zhaoxu, marketing and sales department, Zhou Fuzhao, finance department, Chen Xu, development department, etc., are a total of about ten management members. In fact, there are about ten employees.

The main reason is that the construction system in this era is relatively simple, and many real estate companies can develop real estate projects with only a few people. Even in the era of high-rise buildings in a few years, a real estate company with more than a dozen people can still operate, as long as the design and construction are outsourced.

Only when the real estate company's business grows bigger and bigger, its own organizational structure will also become larger and larger.

Obviously, Cheung Kong Industries will be at the forefront.

"The establishment of the seven-storey free-use building project in Shek Kip Mei means that the Hong Kong government may relax the building height restrictions in the next two years. Of course, even if it is not passed in a while, I believe that Hong Kong's real estate shipping industry has ushered in spring. So, We have to make some preparations in advance.”

"First, set up a subsidiary - Poly Construction. My trading company purchased a large number of cranes, bulldozers and other equipment from the US military stationed in Japan, which will be supplied to Poly Construction, and then we will first take over the business and accumulate experience."

"Second, set up a subsidiary to engage in the business of mining quarry. As the construction industry is busy, the quarries in Hong Kong are all manual and inefficient. It just so happens that I have a batch of mining machines for investment in the quarry industry. Improve efficiency."

For a moment, everyone showed joy.

Yangtze River Industrial has abundant properties and land, but it is still relatively conservative in real estate development. It can build about ten tenement buildings a year, just for raising people.

The establishment of these two subsidiaries now means that the boss clearly wants to increase real estate investment.

"Manager Huang, who do you think is the most suitable general manager of the construction company?" Lin Zhichao asked Huang Changhong. In fact, he also had a candidate in mind.

Huang Changhong said without hesitation: "I recommend Paul Li. He graduated from a famous architecture university and was arranged by you to study abroad a few years ago. Now he is of great use."

A thirty-year-old man with glasses suppressed the joy in his heart and tried to show that he obeyed the orders of his leaders.

Lin Zhichao nodded and said, "Okay, let Paul be the general manager of Poly Construction!"

Paul Li quickly said: "Yes, boss. I will definitely work hard!"

Lin Zhichao immediately asked: "What should we do?"

Paul Li said: "Undertake projects from our company and outside, and build a reputation; improve the license of the construction company, and obtain a C-class license as soon as possible; learn more about advanced European and American construction technologies, especially the technology of high-rise buildings."

"Do it well and the group will give you the greatest support."

"OK"

Lin Zhichao nodded with satisfaction. The construction company entered the industry with a Class A license and could only undertake small projects below 1 million. However, with the resources of Poly Construction, it can be upgraded to a Class B license soon; even the highest Class C license is very easy.

In any case, the real estate projects of Yangtze River Industrial in the future will be the work of Poly Construction and cannot be done by outsiders. Even if it is too late to meet the standard, you can still invite cooperation at a sufficient level or list it, but of course this is unlikely.

It’s just that the design plans and drawings are usually designed by hiring well-known architectural designers or studios.

Next, Lin Zhichao said: "As for the quarry companies, don't worry. It's still not possible to use mechanical mining rashly at the moment. Let's wait and see again in half a year!"

Everyone nodded. After all, the stone mines used in the Tanglou were limited.

After the meeting, Lin Zhichao called Paul Li to his office and said, "Go find a project manager named Lu Xiaopei and ask him to supervise our project."

Li Paulo said: "He is from Shanghai, right? I heard about him. He didn't understand Cantonese at first, which often affected the construction. But he can speak English and Shanghai dialect, so he has an advantage. Later, his Cantonese became brighter, and I heard that he was quite good at it. The boss appreciates you. But if you can be invested in a big company, there will be no problem in poaching you."

Lin Zhichao said: "Well, I'll handle this for you. Your construction company will boldly recruit whatever talents it needs. I'm not afraid of raising them, I'm just afraid that I'll be busy and lack manpower."

"Okay, boss!"

Paul Li also understands that the boss of Cheung Kong Holdings has bought so many properties in recent years and is waiting for the opportunity to rebuild.