Fengxian Jiangshan

Campo never thought of going back to China to buy battleships. This kind of thing sounds ridiculous. Ten years ago, China was still a public colony, an amusement park for the adventures of various powers.Although China has gradually moved towards independence in recent years, and its self-built aircraft carrier has also been launched, no one has any idea about the Chinese shipbuilding technology.

Being able to meet Chen Jing was just out of politeness. After all, this was a representative of a big eastern country. In addition, he had bought some planes from China, and the performance was indeed good, so he couldn't help but give him face.Campo casually opened the document that Chen Jing handed over, but just after taking a look, a light flashed in his eyes.

Seeing Campo's appearance, Chen Jing was also secretly proud. Obviously, he stabbed Campo's heart at once.Chile is considered a country favored by God. Although the land is long and narrow, it is rich in resources, forests, fisheries, and more importantly, the world's largest copper mine. In addition, Chile's saltpeter reserves are also quite amazing, and the nitrate industry is also important. Economic sources.

Before Chen Jing came here, he did his homework and knew where Chile's demand is. Their nitrate industry relies entirely on American capital and technology to produce, and most of them are sold to the United States.Anyone with a discerning eye knows that there are huge risks in this, but the Chileans have no choice. They don't have the strength and capital to get rid of the control of the United States.

China, on the other hand, gave them a brand new choice. China will provide technology and equipment to assist Chile in developing the nitrate industry.Unlike the Americans, China only requires 40.00% of the shares, and technology can be shared, and China can also open the market.

This is tantamount to giving Chileans a brand new choice, which is much more favorable than American companies.This item alone can bring Chile a profit of at least US$300 million a year.For a small country.Definitely exciting stuff.

Campo originally said he would only give Chen Jing 5 minutes, but he read the cooperation plan for 10 minutes before asking: "Mr. Chen, is China capable of providing the same nitrate equipment as the United States? "

"Of course it's fine, and probably better than the American stuff."

Campo suddenly looked disdainful, and said coldly: "I am a soldier. What I hate the most is telling lies. If you think you can convince me by bragging and deception. This is impossible."

"Of course I'm not going to lie, I'm sure you've heard of Red Triangle Soda?"

When Campo heard this, he immediately showed a look of surprise, and couldn't help asking: "Is this your Chinese product?"

"Of course, Mr. Hou Debang, a Chinese chemist, has explored a brand-new combined soda production method. It has greatly reduced production costs and improved the utilization efficiency of raw materials. Yongli Factory is a microcosm of my country's chemical industry. In terms of technical level, it will definitely not lag behind the United States. Peer."

When Chen Jing said this, he was full of confidence. Indeed, the chemical industry is a relatively fast-growing industry in China.At first, Zhang Tinglan invited Fan Xudong to the three northeastern provinces to establish the initial chemical industry foundation.

After Hou Debang and others joined, Fan Xudong's industry expanded rapidly, and due to the rapid expansion of the military industry.The need for acid and alkali has also skyrocketed.At this time, a large number of chemical plants appeared in the three northeastern provinces, and then during the First Five-Year Plan period, the chemical industry was also a key development project.

And during this period of time, there are several very favorable circumstances for China.Firstly, a large number of overseas Chinese returned, bringing back a large number of talents and technologies; secondly, after the defeat of Germany, the economy was depressed, and a large number of professionals were unemployed. You must know that Germany is the country with the strongest chemical industry in the world. China immediately seized the opportunity. A large number of talents have been recruited, and at the same time, all the equipment has been updated.

Then there is Russia. The revolution of the majority party has actually caused a new reshuffle in Russia. A large number of scientists and senior technicians have all escaped from Russia.Many of them gathered in the Far East Empire, and the Far East Empire was in the hands of China, so it became very easy to recruit these talents.

With the talent injection from these three parties, China's chemical industry has advanced by leaps and bounds. Basically, the production capacity can fully meet domestic needs, and it has also been sold to foreign countries.

In particular, Hou Debang also improved the soda-making method. Previously, the world used the ammonia-soda method invented by Belgian Solvay.In order to block the technology, the Solvay labor union was set up in western countries to prevent the leakage of technology.

However, this method also has problems such as low salt utilization rate and difficult disposal of waste residue and liquid. Hou Debang conducted a large number of experiments and finally successfully developed a joint soda production method, combining the ammonia plant and the soda plant for joint production, so that the salt can be used The rate has been increased from 70.00% to 90.00%[-], and the waste produced can also be used to produce fertilizers.

This pioneering work shocked the world's chemical industry. Originally, the Westerners blocked China's technology, but things changed and the Chinese had newer and better methods. Instead, they went to the Chinese to buy patent licenses.

This incident can be regarded as a microcosm of the pride and elation of China's chemical industry. After ten years of hard work, China may still have a gap in top chemical products, but China is by no means behind in the production of basic equipment such as nitrate, and it already has the ability to export technical capabilities.

Campo patiently listened to Chen Jing's introduction, with a thoughtful look on his face. At this time, Chen Jing knew that he should continue to add more points to him, so he said: "Mr. President, in the process of warship production, your country's Skilled workers participate in the whole process, and we can even assist your country to establish its own shipbuilding industry. You must know that Argentina and Brazil have this plan, but they have not succeeded. Once Chile can take the lead, the Chilean navy will definitely be able to dominate South America in the future. "

"Are you really willing to provide technology?" Campo was also completely moved, and he asked in surprise.

Chen Jing nodded without hesitation: "There is no problem. The shipbuilding industry is a big industry that can solve the employment problem of thousands of people. Your country has abundant resources and great potential for shipping demand. I believe that if the president can do it At this point, your status in the hearts of voters will rise sharply."

Campo was indeed tempted by what he said. He lowered his head and thought for a while, but finally shook his head: "Mr. Chen, your country offers very good conditions, which makes people unable to be tempted. But what we need this time is Warships are super dreadnoughts. With all due respect, if your country has mature shipbuilding experience, I will choose your country without hesitation, but so far your country has not launched a battleship. adventure."

Chen Jing wanted to say something else, but Campo waved his hand: "Mr. Chen, our two countries may explore other possibilities of economic cooperation, but don't tie it up with warships."

After finishing speaking, Campo turned and left, leaving Chen Jing alone.The knuckles on his fist have turned white. After all, China still has no experience. This has become the most fatal problem. Even if the tongue is full of flowers, it is hard to believe.

Chen Jing left the ball dejectedly, and went back to the hotel. At this time, Yao Yimin was already waiting in the living room.Seeing that Chen Jing was a bit lonely, Yao Yimin said, "Is the situation not going well?"

"Well, the Chileans insisted that we have no experience in construction. In fact, if it were me, I would not be willing to be the guinea pig. I'm afraid we will have to make a trip for nothing."

Yao Yimin also sighed, and couldn't help but said: "Actually, experience is not a problem at all. This time our design mainly refers to the German Baden-class battleship. I participated in the dismantling of the Baden. Germany got a full set of blueprints. And the Germans are also ready to move, they are not reconciled to the navy being restricted forever, we can directly involve German engineers and use other people's warships to practice, they must be very happy."

If China and Germany are tied together, of course there will be no problem of inexperience. It is also very interesting to say that China wants to use Chile to practice, and at the same time China wants to let Germany use itself to practice. This cooperation model is also popular in the world. I'm afraid it's unique.

Chen Jing smiled wryly and shook his head: "Our cooperation with Germany is carried out in secret, so we can't just shout it out!"

The two of them looked at each other, lost their minds, sat for a while, and suddenly an attendant ran in and sent an invitation.This invitation was sent by Baker, the head of the Italian delegation. As soon as Chen Jing saw the invitation, his eyes suddenly lit up, perhaps the breakthrough was here.

He stood up abruptly, grabbed the invitation, and left the hotel in stride...

Among the bidding teams from various countries, the United States and the United Kingdom are the most hopeful. They have been shouting at each other for a long time and want to snatch this cake.As an American who regards America as his back garden, he is quite repulsive to the United Kingdom and does not want them to get involved at all.

Chile has handed over the first dreadnought to the UK, and they cannot be allowed to get the second one!Except for these two countries, representatives from other countries are not interested. They also know that there is little hope, so they are just soy sauce.

Half a month after arriving in Chile, the first round of bidding began. As expected, the United States and the United Kingdom successfully advanced, while Japan and France were excluded. These were all expected.

But the performance of one country surprised everyone, and that was China!The plan of the Chinese delegation also advanced smoothly, but at this time the plan has been changed. It was jointly proposed by China and Italy, and the two countries have carried out an unprecedented integration.

The most criticized thing about China is the problem of experience, but when Italy is brought over, this shortcoming is immediately made up for, and the joint plan of the two countries has a 20.00% discount in price, compared to the United States and Britain, which only use existing warships With a little modification, the favorite plan is more attentive.

With a full-load displacement of 3.2 tons, it is equipped with four dual-mounted 380mm main guns. It has excellent seaworthiness and protection capabilities. The maximum speed can reach 28 knots, and the maximum cruising range exceeds [-] nautical miles.

After seeing these indicators, the Chilean military couldn't help exclaiming that this is the warship they need! (To be continued..)

ps: There is a problem with the network, I borrowed the wireless to send it, please forgive me for being late...