Hong Kong's new giants

Everyone was investigating and talking at Canary Wharf.

Looking at Canary Wharf, which is already on the right track, Lin Zuhui is more determined about the idea of ​​a wholly-owned acquisition. Of course, Canary Wharf will still be listed, otherwise how will it continue to expand.

You know, Canary Wharf can still build a commercial area of ​​50 square meters; at the same time, because the commercial status of this area has been determined, there is still a large amount of land around it, which is dozens of times larger than Canary CBD. Residential apartments, commercial buildings, etc. can be developed.

In fact, it is equivalent to creating a "new city" in this area. Now that the business is close to success, Lin Zuhui will naturally participate in the subsequent projects.

"Mr. Richman, assuming that New Era Group and various consortiums reach an equity acquisition agreement, I hope you will continue to lead this project. As a reward, when Canary Group goes public, you will get 2% of the equity."

Canary is now worth 26 billion pounds, and a 2% stake is at least more than 5000 million pounds, which is obviously a very large reward.This is also Lin Zuhui's consistent style, which is to use 'local talents' to avoid acclimatization.As Canary Wharf will continue to have important developments such as investment promotion and the second phase of the project, it is very important to retain Richman.

"Thank you for Mr. Lin's trust, I am willing to continue to manage this project!" Richman said without hesitation.

If it wasn't for Lin Zuhui's help back then, he would not have obtained 10% of the shares of the Canary Wharf project. In addition, he also hoped to complete the entire project of Canary Wharf, so he gave himself a complete explanation.

Lin Zuhui nodded and said, "Okay, after we sign agreements with various consortiums, we will sign a specific agreement with you. By the way, I plan to start the second phase of the project after the acquisition, especially the remaining two high-rises. It needs to be built in succession.”

整个金丝雀码头一共有三幢摩天大厦，目前只建设竣工一幢；而整个金丝雀码头规划的是：超过9万平方米的大厦6幢、3～6万平方米的12幢、3万平方米以下的10幢。

A total of about 160 million square meters of real estate is about 1200% larger than the [-] million square feet of Manhattan property that Lin Zuhui won back then.

Richman was taken aback, and immediately said: "Should we wait a little longer? The current occupancy rate is only 60%. Although many financial giants are interested in leasing, it is estimated that it will be after the millennium. Everyone is waiting for the subway line to open."

Lin Zuhui said: "If we buy the equity in your hands with 13 billion pounds, then the entire Canary Wharf Group is equivalent to no debt, and can completely use debt to complete the rest of the project. At the same time, we are all very interested in this project. Confidence, since this is the case, it will naturally be completed ahead of schedule, which is more conducive to leasing. Moreover, once it is listed, the group will have a lot of funds available, and then it can acquire land in the surrounding area and enter the field of real estate development.”

Richman listened very seriously and admired Lin Zuhui. To put it bluntly, Lin Zuhui used the Canary Wharf Group to carry out real estate activities in London and build a British real estate giant.

In fact, New Era Group has developed several residential projects in London, providing almost 1300 residential units.Moreover, because housing prices in London have risen well in recent years, these projects have a very good rate of return.

"I see, Mr. Lin's idea is very good!"

Lin Zuhui nodded. He could not interfere with Richman's specific work, but he had to follow his own direction.According to the three-year construction period, the second phase will be completed in 2001. I believe full rent is not a problem.

three days later.

New Era Group, Citigroup, HSBC and other consortiums have reached an agreement to acquire the shares of Canary Wharf in their hands at a total price of 135 billion Hong Kong dollars.These consortia invest in this project, and the annual rate of return is about 16%, which is obviously very cost-effective.They are not real estate developers themselves, and they will not always hold Canary Group shares, so they want to cash out through listing.

For a time, there was a lot of public opinion in Europe.

In the UK, major newspapers have reported that the overall public opinion is very positive for New Era Group's large-scale investment in the UK; what's more, the British still miss Xiangjiang. Now that New Era Group is investing heavily in the UK, these people have something to say.

As for Lin Zuhui's large-scale investment overseas, whether the mainland officials are jealous or not is of course non-existent.

Lin Zuhui is already a world businessman. Global investment is his hallmark, and he will not be limited to a certain country.

What's more, the mainland officials also understand that Lin Zuhui's investment in the mainland is huge, and the New Times Group alone has about 700 billion; not to mention the investment of Xiaomi Technology, LEIT Group and other companies.

……

In an office building in London, Lin Zuhui was having a meeting with Yuan Tianfan, Morris, the president of Times Shipping, and Wang Tianming, the vice president.

Morris is the CEO dug from the shipping giant 'Mediterranean Shipping Company'. He has 20 years of rich management experience in this industry, which is exactly what 'Time Shipping' needs.Wang Tianming was the former president of Xiangjiang Shipping, and he belonged to the middle-aged and returnees of the New Era Group.

The predecessor of Times Shipping was "Xiangjiang Shipping". After reorganization, it will start again and strive to become a world shipping giant.At present, its business includes shipping and container terminals, among which the container terminal is the Asia Container Terminal Company, and of course it can only be regarded as an associate company.

"How is the acquisition of Thames Port going?" Lin Zuhui asked.

Morris quickly said: "The British side said that they would consider leasing it to us under the conditions. The lease period is 25 years. The specific conditions are..."

Lin Zuhui listened for a while and felt that there was no problem, so he said: "Promise them, complete the contract as soon as possible!"

Morris nodded and said, "Okay, BOSS."

The current New Era Group is a high-roller wielding a "money stick" and what they want is the effect of "buy, buy, buy".

The acquisition of Thames Port this time is due to Times Shipping as the acquirer. In the future, Times Shipping will develop port business and will no longer use the name of Asia Containers. After all, Asia Containers has too many shareholders.

Times Shipping has formed an overall plan with three core businesses: sea/air freight, port/tugboat, and logistics/transportation. The three sectors complement each other and develop in a coordinated manner.

In terms of ports, in addition to the joint venture company - Asia Containers, it will also wholly acquire global ports in the future to form a port network in Europe, America, Asia and Africa.

Lin Zuhui said: "Then the Rotterdam port in the Netherlands, the port business in South Korea, and the port business in the Americas must be carried out as soon as possible. There is an old Chinese saying that 'the three armies do not use food and grass first'. Since we want to develop shipping and logistics, the port business is naturally To go first."

Morris said seriously: "Okay, the port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands is not a big problem. As for the ports in South Korea and South America, affected by the Asian financial crisis, they are also good opportunities. Considering some factors, if you can hold shares first , and then consider a full shareholding later.”

Lin Zuhui said with satisfaction: "Yes, Times Shipping takes shipping as its core, and port flow and logistics are auxiliary effects. In terms of shipping, it also involves route channels, so it has to adopt the method of acquisition. At the same time, Asia Finance The impact of the storm will continue to affect shipping conditions. I predict that 1999-2001 will be the trough of world shipping. If we build a huge fleet during this period, once shipping prices rise, we will become one of the top ten shipping giants in the world."

Everyone was very proud to hear that the shipping giants in the world have not been developed for decades or hundreds of years, but their own boss seems to have built a shipping giant in a few years, which is obviously a different kind.

Of course, New Era Group has this strength.

The acquisition of Thames Port is more or less related to Lin Zuhui's influence.

Chapter 619 [Xiangjiang's Economic Turning Point]

Saturday, October 2.

On Valentine's Day, Lin Zuhui took Li Jiaxin and other girls to Switzerland for skiing.

Skiing is also a favorite of Xiangjiang rich people.

Of course, many people are too old to skate anymore.

As for fun, Lin Zuhui is proficient in almost everything, such as skiing, yachting, diving, swimming, etc. After all, he is still young, no matter how busy he is at work, he will find time for vacation.

Although his career involves all aspects, he still has a lot of time to enjoy life.Because he doesn't need to think too much about the direction of development and the general trend, this doubles his work efficiency; he also boldly employs talents and achieves trust, because he feels that even if he misses a few things, it will not affect his wealth increase .

Therefore, eating, drinking, having fun and work are equally important to him.

For example, this time, he talked about two projects in London - Canary Wharf and Thames Harbor, and immediately started a short vacation mode and came to Switzerland.

"Boss, Secretary Li is calling from Xiangjiang. I need you!" An assistant of Lin Zuhui stepped forward and said during Lin Zuhui's break.

Secretary Li is naturally Li Ke who has been with him for many years.

After Lin Zuhui went abroad, Li Ke will handle the phone calls in Xiangjiang, and Li Ke will also know Lin Zuhui's itinerary and keep in touch; in this way, together with Lin Zuhui's assistants, a global contact network is formed.

With such a big career, it is naturally impossible for him to lose contact for a day. In case of an emergency, he must contact him as soon as possible.

Lin Zuhui nodded and said, "What did he say?"

The assistant said: "Secretary Li said that the director of the Hong Kong government personally called and asked where you are now. Then Secretary Li informed you that you had negotiated two business deals in Europe, and you are currently on vacation in Switzerland."

Hearing this, Lin Zuhui was a little unsure what the director was looking for him for.However, based on his understanding of the director, if there is no urgent and important matter, under normal circumstances, he will never personally ask about his whereabouts.After all, the director is still the busiest person in Xiangjiang, and he himself is very calm and alert.

"Fang, go and make arrangements. We will take a private plane back to Hong Kong tomorrow!" Lin Zuhui decisively told his assistant to arrange the return to Hong Kong.

"Okay, boss!"

Lin Zuhui travels by private jet, if it is not so late today, he can leave on the same day.

The Boeing 747 he ordered has almost been refitted, but Lin Zuhui plans to put it into use at the end of the year, just as the new airport on Lantau Island will be put into use at the end of the year.

Now that he decided to return to Hong Kong tomorrow (originally scheduled for Monday), Lin Zuhui informed Li Jiaxin and the others, and Li Jiaxin and others did not complain.

"Then let's go back to Zurich, we will spend Valentine's Day at the lakeside villa tonight!"

"yeah"

Everyone happily set off and left the ski resort.

……

At 2 o'clock on Monday afternoon, Lin Zuhui drove to the seat of the government in Xiangjiang Central. As soon as he got out of the car, he saw that the assistant to the director was already waiting on the steps in front of the door.

"Lin Sheng"

"Secretary Zhang"

After a simple greeting, Lin Zuhui came to the director's office under the guidance of Secretary Zhang.

Lin Zuhui just returned to Xiangjiang this morning, when Li Ke called again, telling the director that he hoped to meet with him as soon as possible, saying that he had something very important to discuss with him.

No, Lin Zuhui came to the Hong Kong government to attend the appointment before he relieved the fatigue of the journey.Of course, he's on a private jet, and there's travel fatigue there.

"Lin Sheng, as far as I know, you have mentioned three proposals in the media about Hong Kong's economy - 'rejuvenate Hong Kong with culture', 'develop Hong Kong with science and technology', and 'Chinese medicine port', right?"

Lin Zuhui instantly understood what the director was in such a hurry to find him. He always thought that he would not come to ask him until the second policy plan in the second half of the year; now it seems that the director understands Lin Zuhui's business energy, and Hong Kong's economic predicament today.

His first policy agenda is obviously already "cold treatment", in fact it is shelved.And Hong Kong's economy in the first quarter definitely experienced negative growth.

As for Lin Zuhui's three proposals, "Cultural Development of Hong Kong" and "Technology Establishment of Hong Kong", they already have a very good foundation. As for "Chinese Medicine Port", it is not that there has been no progress in these years, but it is relatively steady.

Lin Zuhui nodded and said, "Indeed, I have mentioned these three suggestions!"

The Secretary immediately said: "Didn't you just put forward suggestions, and you are actually doing it, and have achieved good results. However, the British Hong Kong government did not incorporate these plans into the overall government plan, probably because they I knew I was leaving, so I didn't take it seriously."

Lin Zuhui said seriously: "I also think that the best way to persuade others is to act."

The director's eyes lit up, and he immediately said: "Mr. Lin, can you tell me about the great successes you have achieved. Although I know some, it is not very comprehensive after all."

Lin Zuhui nodded with a smile, and said modestly: "The director is willing to listen. It seems that he hopes to include these in the government's plan. Naturally, I welcome them with both hands."

The director was overjoyed, but he was also worried that Lin Zuhui felt that he was taking the credit and sharing the cake, so he was a little uneasy; now it seems that Lin Zuhui is a person who attaches great importance to the overall situation, an entrepreneur and philanthropist who has a deep affection for Xiangjiang.

"You said, I've turned off my afternoon work!"

Lin Zuhui quickly expressed "flattered" and began to introduce.

"Cultural revitalization of Hong Kong is undoubtedly the most successful economic pillar for Hong Kong." Lin Zuhui said affirmatively at the first sentence.

The director nodded earnestly. Xiangjiang has become the entertainment capital of Asia. This is an iron-clad fact, and these credits are all due to Lin Zuhui.

Then, Lin Zuhui continued: "But the cultural industry is a large system. Over the years, I have also compiled a document with my consultants. I originally wanted to advise the new government. I just brought it today, and I will give it to you!"

After finishing speaking, Lin Zuhui took out a thick document from his briefcase and handed it to the director.

The director was very surprised. People said that Lin Zuhui was very predictable, and today's incident is like this.

Lin Zuhui did not stop, but continued:

"In general, the cultural industry can be roughly divided into eight fields, namely: television/radio station, software/game/interactive media, performing arts/entertainment industry, film/video industry, publishing industry, advertising industry, design industry, construction industry... ...This information is detailed."

"Over the years, Heung Kong has gained advantages in several major fields, namely: TV/radio, software/game/interactive media, performing arts/entertainment, film/video, and publishing."

"TV stations/radio stations, you should know this: Hong Kong TV series are the most popular TV series in Asia. We export tens of thousands of TV series every year, most of which are Hong Kong TV series... In terms of programs, ATV has more than ten world-class TV series. The copyright of the program, "Millionaire" has been purchased by more than 50 countries... Under the leadership of ATV, the brother TV station - TVB has also greatly improved... Taken together, it should belong to the 600 million people in Xiangjiang The TV station has more than 8 million actual viewers, covering more than 70 countries around the world (European and American subscription TV stations)."

At some point, the director had already picked up the paper and pen, and took notes while listening, with a very serious expression and a hint of surprise and shock.

Lin Zuhui also talked about his own achievements, very enthusiastically.

"Software/games/interactive media, this is also very powerful. Do you know how much our ICQ software was offered by an American company?"

The director said: "Tell me, I dare not guess!"

Lin Zuhui immediately said: "I didn't agree to the offer of 12 billion US dollars. Why didn't I agree? The reason is that this software has better prospects and it has brought more than 300 jobs to Xiangjiang's software industry."

The director said: "I really don't dare to guess, such achievements are really unimaginable, but I know that the United States has now entered the Internet age, just like the oil age back then."

Lin Zuhui nodded and said, "That's right, it's much better than the oil age... In short, the future will be the era of information technology. Although many conditions in Xiangjiang are not very good, as a regional city with advanced information technology, I think there is no problem. ... In our ninth city, a PC game "Age of Empires" has sold 300 million copies and generated a profit of 3500 million US dollars. In the future, online games will dominate the world, and we have also achieved worldwide achievements. "Legend" It is the first real online game in the world..."

The real No. 1 of Xiangjiang was shocked by each achievement. Although he knew that Lin Zuhui had achieved great success, he did not expect to make so much money and solve so many high-end talent positions.

Unbelievable!

"The third field: the performing arts/entertainment industry. This involves a wider range of things. I won't talk about theater troupes and orchestras. I'm an outsider. What I want to talk about is the entertainment industry, that is, HK-POP, which has already been achieved in Asia. He has great influence, and there has never been a better music model in Asia than him. Our boy groups, girl groups, and SOLO have gone overseas one after another, creating a lot of foreign exchange and solving a lot of jobs. At the same time, Hong Kong idols It is popular in Asia, and it also drives Hong Kong's tourism rate, cosmetics industry, etc., he is not just as simple as singing and dancing music!"

The director immediately said: "I know the strength of this field, and I admire it very much. And ATV Group's 8000 employees and artists are a very powerful group in Xiangjiang."

Lin Zuhui nodded and said: "ATV Group has become the world's largest entertainment group, but we are not satisfied. More works will appear in the future, and even new entertainment culture will appear. Because only in this way can we go out of Asia and look around world."

The director said in admiration: "Great company! It seems that it is very correct and timely to find Mr. Lin this time. I heard from Yizhao that you think international speculators will come to Hong Kong to make trouble, so you also think that Hong Kong's economy will be even worse. A little. However, we are confident in stabilizing Hong Kong’s finances.”

Lin Zuhui nodded. The director said this to reassure entrepreneurs like Lin Zuhui that they should not invest in Xiangjiang because of this.

"A stable Hong Kong exchange rate is Hong Kong's financial stability. As for the economic damage, it is only short-lived. If the Hong Kong government incorporates 'cultural development' and 'science and technology in Hong Kong' into the government's policy, it will definitely recover faster."

The director asked again: "Is Xiangjiang suitable for science and technology?"

Lin Zuhui said with a smile: "It depends on what kind of technology, regional technology cities, I don't think it's a problem. Information technology is also technology. For example, Wanhui Media is working hard to develop the 'software industry' and 'software outsourcing' businesses. Our After all, there is a partner in the Mainland that we can cooperate with, so I think there is a lot to do.”

The director nodded and said, "What you said is very reasonable. Cyberport is a very good project. The 160 million square feet of low-priced office buildings there have also created conditions for Xiangjiang Technology."

Lin Zuhui said: "The half-price rental of office buildings in Cyberport is an agreement signed with the Hong Kong government at the beginning. If the Hong Kong government subsidizes some high-tech enterprises in the future, it will be more attractive to high-tech companies to settle in."

The director said: "If we can attract them to join, this plan is very necessary. By the way, as far as I know, Lin Sheng is an investor in many technology companies, and Xiaomi Technology is the company you founded. I believe it will be very beneficial to Cyberport." Be confident!"

Lin Zuhui said: "I have indeed invested in many technology companies, and I proposed the Cyberport. Naturally, I am duty-bound."

The director immediately said: "Xiangjiang is really blessed and lucky to have someone like Mr. Lin in Xiangjiang!"

At this time, he really felt the energy of Lin Zuhui. Not to mention all aspects of the industry, even the technology industry was conquered by him.

Finally, seeing that Lin Zuhui didn't mention 'Chinese Medicine Port', the director asked, "What about Chinese Medicine Port? I think this plan is very good!"

Lin Zuhui can only say: "I have tried to work hard in this area, but the achievements are very limited. Therefore, if the director is interested, he can contact other business giants to discuss. After all, I am young, and I am lacking in this traditional field. Patience and coping!"