Li Dong thought that there should be nothing for him to do today.
Other than attending the birthday party at night, he was free the rest of the time.
But on the way, Li Dong received a call from Bai Su. Lan Xingguo was back.
Not long after Bai Su called, Lan Xingguo also called.
This time, he had been abroad for a long time. He had been to Europe and the US to purchase planes for his airline.
Due to the 2008 financial crisis, the freight market had been affected to a certain extent. Some airlines in various countries had been affected due to poor operations.
The sale of second-hand planes had become an emergency policy for major airlines.
Lan Xingguo had gone abroad to purchase second-hand planes.
Purchasing second-hand phones for cargo planes was the norm in the industry.
One reason was that it was cheap, and the other was that cargo planes did not have high requirements for details. Unlike passenger planes, it was too old, and it was easy for passengers to reject it.
Under normal circumstances, the lifespan of planes was relatively long.
Internationally, Boeing's passenger planes and cargo planes had been in service for more than 30 years. Even now, some companies were still using these old planes.
Hence, Li Dong was not against purchasing second-hand phones.
Cheap, usable, and safe. That was enough.
This was not a beauty contest. If they really wanted to make the plane more beautiful, the exterior would be no different from new. How many people would enter the plane to view it?
Also, in the current domestic express delivery industry, other than the postal service that had purchased about 20 Boeing 737 series cargo planes for EMS, no other express delivery company had their own planes.
As the first private airline in the country, SF Express had just been established. It was still an empty shell with almost nothing.
Although it had many planes, they were all rented from Yangtze River Express and East Sea Airlines. It did not have a single plane that truly belonged to SF Express.
No matter how cheap a second-hand plane was, it was still a big thing that could fly in the sky. Even a second-hand plane would not be cheap.
Currently, SF Express did not have the ability to purchase planes on its own.
Far away was now purchasing its own planes. Once the deal was completed, the planes would be in the sky. That would be Hua Xia's first private express delivery company taking off.
Far away had actually discussed many times internally whether to purchase or rent.
In the end, after careful calculations, they felt that renting was not worth it.
Currently, the domestic air cargo market was monopolized. The rent was very high.
Renting planes from several airlines was not cheap. The annual rent was almost one-sixth of the purchase price of a second-hand plane.
In other words, renting a plane for more than six years would be enough to buy a second-hand phone.
On the other hand, a second-hand cargo transport aircraft could be used for at least 15 to 20 years. Based on this calculation, if the conditions were met, it was naturally more cost-effective to buy one himself.
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Far away building.
When Li Dong arrived, everyone in the meeting room immediately got up to greet him.
There weren't many people. Wang Yue, the vice president in charge of the logistics group, and Lan Xingguo, the president of the airline company, were there.
Qin Hai, who had not been seen for a while, was also present.
In the past year, Distance Logistics had a lot of business, and the tasks were very heavy. Qin Hai had been running around, and he spent at least half a year in the country. On the contrary, he rarely came back to Jiangbei.
Seeing Qin Hai, Li Dong's expression did not change, but his eyes avoided Qin Hai's gaze.
Qin Hai did not say anything, nor did he look at Li Dong. When Li Dong invited everyone to sit, Qin Hai lowered his head and sat down. From the beginning to the end, he did not look at Li Dong.
Li Dong sighed in his heart. In this kind of situation, he knew that there was nothing much to say.
The moment he sat down, Li Dong looked at Lan Xingguo and smiled. "Brother Lan, sorry to trouble you."
Lan Xingguo's face was covered in frost, but he was in high spirits. "It's a little tiring, but it's worth it. All these years, I have never left Sichuan. I've been sitting in the office all day. I feel that I'm getting old and should retire. Far away has given me a second spring. My days are full. It's as if I've returned to 20 years ago. "
Li Dong smiled and joked. "It's enough for you to have a second spring in your career. Don't do anything else. If sister-in-law finds out, she'll give me trouble."
Everyone laughed. Lan Xingguo quickly waved his hand. "I'm already 60 years old. Don't joke with me. If word gets out, I won't be able to face anyone."
Li Dong laughed and chatted with him for a while.
After the small talk, Li Dong returned to the main topic. "Director Lan, briefly explain the situation.
We need to speed up the process of buying our own plane. I'm still waiting for our plane to soar in the sky.
In order to wait for our own plane, Far away Logistics did not rent the entire plane. We only rented some cabins. It's inconvenient.
Currently, our land transportation can still keep up, so it's not too much of a problem.
But as the e-commerce industry continues to expand, our online and offline systems will expand. Speed has become our lifeline and core competitiveness.
So, we have to be faster, even faster, in order to satisfy our needs. "
Lan Xingguo nodded. "I'm aware of this. That's why we went to 8 countries and more than 20 aviation companies without stopping. We even went to a few aircraft manufacturing companies to inspect.
Didn't I tell you that I had my eyes on two series when we were in Sichuan?
One is the Boeing 747-400F, and the other is the Boeing 757-200.
The former is full cargo, and the latter is passenger modified cargo. I was planning to purchase it from Sichuan Airlines.
These two models have an advantage. They have strong endurance. They can carry out trans-ocean shipping and cargo worldwide.
But that was Sichuan Airlines in the past. Sichuan Airlines has international cargo needs.
Far away doesn't have such needs at the moment. So, I discussed with Director Qin and the others. Far Away can't purchase these two models in large quantities.
On the contrary, the Boeing 767-300F is more suitable for us.
This is a model introduced by Boeing in 1995. First of all, it's not very old. Even the first batch that was put into operation was only 13 years old.
Not many were produced at that time. Most of them were put into operation around 2000. The second generation phones on the market are not more than 10 years old.
If we purchase it and maintain it properly, it won't be difficult to use it for 20 years.
Another point is that the 767-300F is a dedicated cargo plane. It doesn't need to be modified and can be put into use at the fastest speed.
The standard flight range is 6000 kilometers. It's not very long, but it's not weak either. It's more than enough for domestic use.
This type of shorter flight range model is more suitable for the express delivery industry.
America's two largest express delivery companies, UPS and FedEx, have purchased large quantities of the 767 series aircraft.
This time, I specially went to both companies to inspect them. They didn't turn us away and welcomed us.
Through our inspection, the 767 series has many advantages in short to medium flights. It's also very suitable for the express delivery industry.
Especially the 300F model. It has a high load capacity of 50 tons.
For the whole year, a plane can operate normally without being overloaded. The pilot gets enough rest time. The maximum load capacity is close to 10,000 tons!
This time, if we purchase 20 767-300F models, the annual shipping volume should reach 200,000 to 250,000 tons.
This is our own business. Some of the cabin we rent can also reach 50,000 tons per year.
The annual shipping volume of 300,000 tons is enough to meet our current development.
According to our investigation, SF Express's shipping volume for the whole year of 2008 is about 150,000 tons. Far away's is less than 100,000 tons.
In theory, it might not be 300,000 tons, but it's definitely 250,000 tons. According to our current development, it's definitely enough. "
When they were in Sichuan, Li Dong proposed an annual air transportation capacity of 200,000 tons.
Lan Xingguo obviously followed this scale. Far away's current shipping volume was less than 100,000 tons.
The reason why SF Express has so much is because they receive packages all over the country. In the express delivery industry, SF Express is indeed bigger than Far away.
After listening to Lan Xingguo's introduction, Li Dong looked at the others. They obviously knew about this. They all nodded slightly, tacitly agreeing with Lan Xingguo's statement.
Actually, Li Dong was a little confused about these models.
But it was fine. He only cared about whether they could meet the requirements. He only cared about the results and the process. These things should be left to the professionals.
Since Lan Xingguo, Qin Hai, and the rest, including the experts, felt that this model could meet Far away's requirements, then it was enough.
Li Dong did not believe that only one person could be selfish. But the whole group would be selfish.
Besides, the airline company had just been established. Lan Xingguo and the rest wanted to show off their skills. There was no point in doing anything else now.
Li Dong thought about this and nodded. "So according to what you're saying, purchasing 20 Model 300F cargo planes will be enough for all our needs?"
Lan Xingguo heard this and said, "Actually, the 767-300F model's load capacity is a little too big. It's impossible to have a full load every time. In order to save costs, I also want to buy a few 757-200 series passenger planes for conversion to cargo. The commercial load capacity is about 25 tons. Converting passengers to cargo will greatly reduce the cost. Also, the cost of flying 757-200 series will be greatly reduced. Sometimes, when we can't reach a full load, the 757-200 series is more suitable. Currently, many domestic airlines use the 757-200 series for their cargo planes. "
Li Dong thought about it and felt that it made sense. The 767 series with 50 tons might not be able to have so many cargo every time.
It was also necessary to buy some smaller planes.
But according to Lan Xingguo, they would need to buy 20 767 series planes. Even if there were fewer 757s, they would need at least five.
Li Dong was not very calm now. Planes couldn't be that cheap, right?
Even though some tycoons would buy their own private planes in the future, in fact, private planes were only for one person. The price was actually not as expensive as these passenger and cargo planes.
But even so, those private planes cost 300 to 400 million. Most tycoons couldn't afford it.
Previously, Ma Yun and the rest had said that Li Dong was stingy. But now, Li Dong had bought more than 20 planes. Who would dare to say he was stingy in the future?
Thinking about this, Li Dong did not have time to be proud. He frowned and asked, "How much?"
Lan Xingguo's face turned serious and said softly, "According to the official price, the 757 series is priced at 130 million USD. The 767 series is priced at 180 million USD …"
Li Dong's mouth twitched. According to this price, if he were to buy the new planes, the total price would be more than 4 billion USD!
Of course, Li Dong knew that the price was just a price. Boeing's price was not very reliable. If they were to purchase in bulk, they would have a great discount.
And second-hand planes were naturally cheaper.
But Lan Xingguo came with an official price. Clearly, he was lying in ambush.
Look, I am offering you 4 billion USD now. You think it is very high?
Later, I will give you a price so low that you will be shocked to death. Don't you think you have made a big profit?
Li Dong had thought through the thoughts of these CEOs. Obviously, this purchase was not cheap. Lan Xingguo was playing games with him to make it easier for him to accept the price.
As expected, seeing Li Dong's face turning stiff, Lan Xingguo immediately smiled and said, "After all, it is a new model. The cost of the plane is not cheap. It is normal for the price to be higher.
Luckily, we are purchasing second-hand phones this time. Also, the freight market is not very good now. With the impact of the financial crisis, second-hand phones in the international market are no different from cabbages.
We have visited many airlines and discussed for a period. If we really want to purchase, we can get the 767 series for about 200 million USD.
The 757 series is cheaper. After all, it has been in operation for a long time. We can get it for 100 million USD. It is the cabbages of cabbages!
We only need 4.5 billion USD to buy 20 767-300F and 5 757-200 passenger planes!
Including other expenses, the total is less than 5 billion USD.
And with our annual aviation capacity, it is not difficult for us to exceed 300,000 tons!
It is unbelievable to achieve such results with such an investment. It is definitely a high return among high returns!
The original price of the plane is close to 35 billion USD, and we got it for 5 billion USD … "
Li Dong took a deep breath and said with a toothache, "5 billion USD? Didn't I say it last time? It is only 2 billion USD. Didn't you say it is enough? "
Lan Xingguo laughed dryly and said, "The last time you said it was the current scale. We are currently carrying about 100,000 tons of cargo, so 2 billion USD is naturally enough.
But now the scale has tripled. Also, as you said, in the next few years, our tasks will be very heavy.
Since that is the case, we need to increase the scale.
Of course, if there is no other way, we can rent a batch of planes first.
But other things aside, just renting the 757-200 will cost 10 to 20 million USD in a year.
If we rent five of them, the rent for a year is almost the same as buying a second-hand phone.
Instead of that, we might as well buy it directly. What do you think? "
Li Dong frowned. I think, I think it is best not to ask for money!
I just said yesterday that we need to raise 5 billion USD, and we need to raise another 5 billion USD in the future, for a total of 10 billion USD to acquire Gome.
At that time, everyone's face turned green.
Now, the airline actually exceeded the advance of 3 billion USD!
The airline that planned to invest 2 billion USD instantly doubled its scale. Are you guys really not afraid of me dying?
It seems that 300,000 tons of cargo is not needed at the moment.
But Li Dong knew that with the development of e-commerce and the development of the express delivery industry, 300,000 tons is actually not much.
This year, SF Express's empty cargo capacity is as high as 150,000 tons, and this is only in 2008.
In another three to five years, SF Express's empty cargo capacity will reach about 800,000 tons!
Far away, which has already accelerated the development of e-commerce, 300,000 tons is actually just barely reaching the standard.
In the future, they still have to rent the cabin of some airlines.
Or they can continue to purchase planes.
America's FedEx Express has more than 500 planes. Far away's purchase of 25 planes is actually quite average.
But thinking about it, the only express delivery company in the country with planes, the postal service, has only purchased about 20 planes after so many years.
Far away purchasing 25 planes at once, instantly becoming the leader of the express delivery industry!
This old man, Lan Xingguo, is very ambitious.
He probably knew Li Dong's pulse, that's why he dared to ask for an exorbitant price, and instantly increased the investment by more than two times.
Li Dong frowned and thought for a while, then asked, "Can we pay in installments?"
Lan Xingguo's eyes lit up, and he quickly said, "Yes, but the down payment must be at least half of the funds.
As for the rest, we can negotiate with the other party. It is not difficult to pay in full within three years.
After all, planes are not disposable products. We still need to operate them for a period of time before we know how their performance is.
When everything is operating normally, we can then pay the rest. There should not be a problem.
This is a rare opportunity. General Manager Li, I dare to guarantee that this price is definitely the lowest we can offer.
After this financial crisis is over, we can even resell the planes and make a profit!
Anyway, this deal will not be a loss. "
Li Dong rolled his eyes. 'You might as well become a second-hand drug dealer!'
Too lazy to reply, Li Dong said again, "That is to say, we need to allocate at least another 500 million?"
Lan Xingguo coughed lightly and said, "General Manager Li, the airline company currently does not have 2 billion. The initial investment for the airport, personnel, pilots, security team, as well as other hardware expenses. All of these will cost close to 200 million. Therefore, the group needs to allocate at least 700 million. The initial operation also needs to spend money. In my opinion, 1 billion should be enough for the maintenance of the planes. There is no need for the group to invest in the later stages. "
Li Dong was speechless. The initial investment was 2 billion, and 1 billion was needed. In addition, there was still a debt of 2.5 billion. With an airline company, it would be 5.5 billion.
If it were to expand in the later stages, it would be another 10 billion.
But in order to meet the requirements of the logistics, these investments were also necessary.
A long time ago, the core of the competition in Far Away Mall was the smoothness and speed of the logistics.
Far Away Mall still had a lot of big moves in the retail sector. Without a smooth and fast logistics system, it was impossible to complete.
And Li Dong could not hand over the logistics lifeline to others. Taobao had done so, which was why they were forced into a corner by Far Away Mall.
After thinking through all these, Li Dong gritted his teeth and said, "Buy! It's just planes. I have the money. I will buy them all! Bring them back to China immediately and write my name on them. I want to show others that private planes are nothing. If I want to buy, I will buy a fleet! "
"Pfft!"
Everyone in the meeting room was stunned. Are you serious or are you joking?
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