“Currently, Putuo Shipping currently does not have container freighters and does not have the qualifications to transport chemicals. The fleet all uses flatbed freighters, engineering ships and a small number of small river-sea intermodal bulk carriers for offshore use. The cycle of building new container freighters is long and the investment is large.
, we cannot afford it.”
Although he would not reveal the size of the bowl and how much rice it contained, Lin Zengxian would not tell lies at this time.
"What Lin Jun said makes sense. When I had a heart-to-heart talk with my cousin before, I heard him say that the cost of shipping is getting higher and higher."
Knowing the situation is the most basic thing, and it is necessary not to get too hot-headed. Najing Yang will not think highly of the other party just because Lin Zengxian said so, but at least this little fox knows his own sense of proportion.
"It's like this. With the putting into use of ultra-large cargo ships with 20,000 TEUs, many routes cannot be fully loaded, and the cost is shared evenly by the remaining containers."
Lin Zengxian took out a new large teacup from the tray on the table and placed it between himself and Naijing Yang.
"What Mr. Lin means is that the era of big ships has arrived?"
At this point, Najing Yang no longer had the competitive intention just now, and followed Lin Zengxian's gesture and looked at the big teacup.
“In recent years, container shipping companies have spent heavily and ordered very large cargo ships, believing that consumer goods trade in Asia will grow. Alphaliner, a shipping industry data provider, estimates that container shipping capacity will increase by 3.9% next year, while global demand growth will exceed
5.2%, as you said, the era of big ships is already before our eyes."
Putting his hands on the table, Lin Zengxian stretched out his fingers, halfway around the big teacup, as if preparing to hold an apple.
"So, they are currently planning to establish a shipping alliance, right?"
Najing Yang nodded, put his hands on the table, and made the same gesture as Lin Zengxian.
Input costs are rising, major companies are ordering ships in large quantities, and expenses continue to increase, so staying together to stay warm is currently the best way.
"Yes, after all, the power of a company is limited, but I think it is a very courageous decision to build a large-scale transportation fleet like Hanjin Shipping."
With all ten fingers folded into the palm of his hand, Lin Zengxian leaned forward slightly and looked directly into Mingjing Yang's eyes.
It’s been a long time of preparation, and now the old fox finally “took the bait”.
"Hanjin Shipping?"
Facing Lin Zengxian's slightly sharp gaze, Najing Yang pondered for a moment, leaned his elbow on the table, put his thumb on his chin, and his own eyes also subconsciously changed.
The little fox used the subtle word "courage"...
Najing Yang's heart skipped a beat, and his eyes became a little sharp.
"Hanjin Shipping is still making profits. Their financial report this year is very impressive. Although the debt ratio is 850%, in recent years, various companies have been ordering freighters on a large scale, and each company's debt ratio is not low. As long as they are profitable, the debt will eventually
Pay it off, does Mr. Lin think this is a big problem?"
What Najing Yang said is the current mainstream view. The industry is basically optimistic about Hanjin Shipping.
However, when asking questions from this point of view, besides Najing Yang's own approval, he also had other thoughts.
As he himself has just stated, he hopes to expand his influence within the family.
So, how can we expand our influence?
There is never a shortage of people who are the icing on the cake, but only a few who provide help in times of need.
Only by turning the tide in a crisis and solving other problems that cannot be solved can we expand our influence.
Currently, Mitsui O.S. Lines is discussing cooperation with Hanjin Shipping. Mingjing Yang knows about it, and naturally he will not tell Lin Zengxian.
He now wanted to use Lin Zengxian's words to see if he could get some information about Hanjin Shipping to help the family gain more interests in the negotiations and thereby promote himself.
On the one hand, he has reservations, and on the other hand, Mitsui O.S. Lines does not have the qualifications to intervene, so he will not directly propose cooperation between Mitsui O.S. Lines and Putuo Shipping.
"There is a saying in our country that everything is done in moderation, and too much is too little, which means that everything has its limits. If something is overdone, it will be as inappropriate as underdone. Just like this pot of tea,
If you cook it for too long, it won’t taste good.”
Stretching out his index finger and lightly tapping the rim of the big teacup with his fingertips, Lin Zengxian reached out to pick up the teapot and poured tea into the big teacup.
Lin Zengxian did not stop until the water filled the teacup. He continued to raise the angle of the teapot and continued to pour tea, letting the tea overflow the cup and spread out to a large area on the table.
"What Mr. Lin said makes sense. It seems that there will be great cooperation between us in the future. I would like to ask Mr. Lin to take care of Nippon Paint's transportation business in your country."
Najing Yang's expression paused briefly, he shifted his gaze from the big tea cup to the opposite side, and laughed twice.
Lin Zengxian's cup of tea was still full and he had not taken a sip.
After talking so much just now, Mingjing Yang already knew that Lin Zengxian was not a "reckless man", but a real "little fox".
Since this little fox can say this, he probably has some important inside information.
Therefore, it is time to change the subject appropriately at this time.
I have the ability to cooperate, you also have the ability to cooperate, and I also know inside information. If you want to promote cooperation, you can start to close the relationship.
"Thank you Professor Mingjing for taking care of me. I will definitely give Nippon Paint the best offer."
The testing between both parties was over now. Lin Zengxian also knew that it was time to get closer to each other, but he still refused to drink his cup of tea.
"I hope that in the future, Fuso Paint and Putuo Shipping can achieve mutual benefit and in-depth cooperation."
Najing Yang did not mention Nippon Paint, where his father was the vice president, but Fuso Paint.
Because Nippon Paint is a joint venture between Fuso Paint and Danmaxi Paint, Fuso Paint is the true representative of Mingjing's power.
"I will definitely do it, but I still need to take care of my job as a doctor and learn more about business."
Lin Zengxian put down the teapot, took out several tissues from the paper box, kept half of them in his hand, and handed the other half to Naijing Yang.
"I believe that Mr. Lin will do a better job than me in this regard and can keep the two in a good balance."
Najing Yang took the tissue and looked at the little fox with a slightly pleased look, with some regret in his tone.
His own path has become obvious. He is completely focused on medicine and lacks a lot in business. He didn't realize it in the early years, but now he can only feel regretful.
"Thank you for your blessing."
Even if he didn't know Mingjing Nan, Lin Zengxian knew what was going on with the person in front of him. He followed up with a light word and waited to hear the truth.
At the door of the kitchen, Minami Minami, who had been watching the "live broadcast", looked back at the "chef" who was still walking slowly, and poked his chin with his fingertips.
It should be almost done, right?
"Mom, I think we can start."
Lowering his head and rolling up his sleeves, Mingnan prepared to fry dumplings after the "live broadcast" was over.
"You know again?"
Naijinghai, who "sneaked" a piece of ham, tilted his neck back and curled his lips.