The rise of a great power: starting with military industry

Chapter 341 Construction of the first Type 052 destroyer begins

The Type 052 destroyer was finalized.

The construction began, and the first Type 052 destroyer was chosen to be built at the Dalian Shipyard.

Because currently in the whole of China, the only shipyard capable of building Type 052 destroyers is the Dalian Shipyard.

As the construction of the first Type 054 frigate started, there was a shortage of manpower, so personnel were mobilized from Jiangnan Shipyard, Hudong Shipyard and other institutions.

The institutional advantage of concentrating resources to accomplish major tasks is fully demonstrated.

Those who received the transfer order immediately rushed to Dalian Shipyard.

Liu Tao served as the chief designer of the Type 052 destroyer, organizing and leading the construction of the Type 052 destroyer.

After careful preparation, the construction of the first Type 052 destroyer is finally about to start at the Dalian Shipyard. A grand and solemn groundbreaking ceremony was held this time, and many leaders attended in person.

Compared with the start of construction of the first Type 054 frigate, there is no doubt that the start of construction of the first Type 052 destroyer is of greater significance.

On this day, the entire Dalian Shipyard was filled with colorful flags and loud drums and gongs.

The entire Dalian Shipyard was sealed off and security was implemented at the highest level.

The groundbreaking ceremony was already crowded with people, and quite a few people participated in it.

Among them, there are many who participated in the construction of the Type 051 destroyer and have rich shipbuilding experience.

The leader delivered a speech and Liu Tao delivered a speech.

Everyone took a group photo. This is definitely a milestone in China's shipbuilding industry and also a milestone in the history of the Chinese Navy.

Afterwards, several skilled workers used a CNC cutting machine to cut several pieces of special steel plates, welded them together, and completed the assembly of the small group, which marked the start of construction of the first Type 052 destroyer.

This is just a small module on the first Type 052 destroyer, but a tall building starts from the ground, and the Type 052 destroyer is composed of countless such small modules.

Modular shipbuilding technology is very advanced and can greatly improve construction efficiency.

Liu Tao and others accompanied the leaders to inspect the entire Dalian Shipyard, and even went to the dock of the first Type 054 frigate to watch the construction of the first Type 054 frigate.

"Shipbuilding is an important part of industry and a reflection of a country's industrial level. It is also a labor, capital and technology intensive industry. It has a strong driving effect on the development of upstream and downstream industries such as electromechanical, steel, chemical, shipping, and marine resource exploration. It is of great significance to promote employment, develop export trade and ensure coastal defense security." Liu Tao introduced, "China has abundant labor resources, a relatively sound industrial and scientific research system, a relatively strong foundation for industrial development, and a long coastline suitable for shipbuilding. The development of the shipbuilding industry has a strong comparative advantage."

"You are optimistic about the development of world shipping, so your Panshan Group has invested heavily in building a shipyard to improve the shipbuilding level of the shipyard?" The old man was a little curious, "Aren't you worried that the shipping industry will be unpopular and you won't get any orders, and you will lose everything?"

The Yangcheng Shipbuilding Industry Group's large investment is highly valued by the country. It is the largest investment in the history of China's shipbuilding industry. Once the project is completed, it will become China's largest and most modern shipyard.

By then, normal shipyards will have special construction facilities for ships of various levels, including 3-ton, 10-ton, --ton, and even -ton.

"Don't worry. Now we are wholeheartedly engaged in economic development. The power of world peace has greatly increased. Peace and development are the themes of the times. This is the general trend." Liu Tao smiled and said, "This year, more Chinese and foreign businessmen will come to our mainland to invest and build factories. Capital is profit-seeking. They will not do anything without profit."

The second oil crisis broke out, Europe and the United States were in deep economic crisis, industrial costs soared, and many companies turned their attention overseas in order to reduce costs, intending to invest in building factories overseas. After much searching, China became the best choice.

Currently, China and the United States are in a honeymoon period, with close exchanges, political and economic booms. China has a relatively complete industry, although it is relatively elementary, but it is also an industrial country. In addition, China has a basic education, and there are a large number of people with junior high school education, which is a good choice for workers. Too complex industries may not be able to handle, but it is undoubtedly very suitable for low-end manufacturing. Last year, there were significantly more companies investing in China to build factories than before, and this year it is climbing.

The old man smiled and said, "It's good that you have such an optimistic attitude. I heard that the shipping company you and Mr. Huo are doing pretty good business."

"Yes, the shipping company's capacity is constantly improving, and business is good." Liu Tao nodded.

The cooperation between the two parties in shipping started in 81, when they re-established a shipping group. Through indirect shareholding, he holds 25% of the shares. The major shareholder is the Ho Ying-Tong Group, which holds 30%. Others are Chinese businessmen from Hong Kong, Macau and Southeast Asia, who hold 45% of the shares.

Panshan Group's foreign trade business and the transportation of goods from overseas are all handed over to this Far East Shipping Group.

Combined with the shipping business in Hong Kong and Macao, as well as the shipping business of Chinese businessmen in Southeast Asia, the Far East Shipping Group's business is quite busy.

For domestic export business, part of the transportation is also undertaken by Far East Shipping Group.

Moreover, it is not only involved in port business in Hong Kong and Southeast Asia, but is also negotiating cooperation in port construction and operation in the Mainland.

Liu Tao took the opportunity to report on his work in Hong Kong.

Since the previous large-scale investment in Hong Kong and the bargain hunting in Hong Kong at low prices, with the injection of large amounts of funds, the start of factory construction, the recruitment of talents, and Hong Kong's unique advantage as a bridgehead for foreign capital to enter the mainland, now Hong Kong's economy has returned to stability and people's hearts have settled down.

Those who actually left Hong Kong were overseas capital, foreigners, some businessmen and the middle class. Most people actually chose to stay in Hong Kong in the end.

Liu Tao and his colleagues also made huge profits. They bought at low prices and acquired a large number of high-quality assets. In addition to a large number of assets related to basic people's livelihood, there are also many high-quality assets.

It’s just that it’s not the time to withdraw the money yet. Instead, it will take another year before the money can be withdrawn slowly.

Otherwise, doing this now would probably cause panic immediately.

"The importance of Hong Kong is unquestionable. We in China really need Hong Kong as a window, and Hong Kong must develop steadily." The old man nodded, having a clear understanding of Hong Kong's positioning.

Today, Hong Kong is not only a bridgehead for foreign capital to enter the mainland, but also an important transit point for China's exports.

Many countries do not recognize China, so they will transit through Hong Kong before exporting to those countries.

Moreover, talents in all aspects of Hong Kong are also needed by China.

In terms of corporate management and finance, Hong Kong was undoubtedly far ahead of the mainland at that time.

Even after another thirty years, Hong Kong will still play an extremely important role.

Precisely because of Hong Kong’s important role, the higher authorities attach great importance to Hong Kong. Even the working group sent to Hong Kong is of a very high level and involves all aspects.

At the same time, he has repeatedly stressed that Hong Kong's determination to implement the "one country, two systems" policy is unwavering, and that Hong Kong's social system will be maintained for 50 years, while also allowing patriotic Hong Kong people to govern Hong Kong.

All these are shots of adrenaline and reassurance to Hong Kong, allowing it to stabilize and overcome the crisis.

(End of this chapter)