Chapter 492: Aircraft Carrier Fire
The Oriental Sea Blocking City.
There are two side elevators at the front and rear of the ship island. In this way, it has two elevators with dimensions of 16 meters long and 14 meters wide. Although the Su-33 is only less than eight meters wide after folding the wings. , but it is more than 20 meters long and cannot be folded.
At this time, the side elevator can exert its unique advantages: the **** of the carrier-based aircraft can be exposed to the outside. As long as the wheel is fixed on the elevator, there will be no problem, and it will be no problem if it extends five or six meters outward. .
Hence, this kind of warship can operate carrier-based aircraft such as the Su-33.
As for the Kiev-class aircraft carrier, this is not possible. It uses a built-in elevator and has an internal pothole on one side of the island. This limits the size of the aircraft to be smaller than the elevator.
Therefore, even if Asan in later generations purchased Rafale fighter jets from the French, he could not deploy the Rafale fighter jets on the aircraft carrier because the elevator was too small to fit inside.
Only the MiG-29 can barely enter, so no matter how dissatisfied Ah San is with the MiG-29K, they have no other choice but to use this carrier-based fighter.
At this time, billowing smoke was constantly coming out of the elevator port behind the Oriental Sea Blockade.
Inside the elevator, there are more than a dozen smoke cans, which are the kind of things used during exercises. At the same time, behind these smoke cans, there are several large industrial electric fans, which are blowing the smoke in front. The can blows air.
Hence, the smoke did not spread to the inside of the cabin, but just kept coming out, which looked very spectacular.
Behind the smoke, Kozlov observed the scene and replaced new smoke cans when necessary. He said to the people around him: "Old factory director, what's the use of doing this?"
Makarov smiled: "Mr. Qin didn't say it, but I think the purpose of this is to declare to the outside world that this warship has become a useless ship."
"Hulk ship? How is that possible? In our hands, it will become an aircraft carrier again!" Kozlov disagreed.
"Yes, of course it will become an aircraft carrier again, but before it can become an aircraft carrier, it needs to go through this step. After all, its current announced use is still a blocking ship."
The only way to turn a blocked ship into an aircraft carrier?
Kozlov reacted: "That's it!"
At the outfitting dock.
Everyone walked around inside the submarine and finally came out. Everyone was very excited. Mamish vowed: "Don't worry, we will be able to raise the funds for the second submarine soon. Please let us continue to build the second submarine." Two ships!”
“Hey, what’s going on over there?” Zheng Ming saw the flames coming out of Dayu in the distance and asked everyone in surprise.
Qin Tao chatted with Mamish with a smile. When he looked in the direction of Zheng Ming's finger, his expression immediately changed: "Sorry, we're sorry!"
After saying that, he jumped onto the shore and ran towards the dock.
At this time, there was chaos on the other side of Dayu. Some people were running back and forth, and some people were already using water dragons to pour water over there, trying to extinguish the flames.
The Oriental Sea No. 1 Walled City accidentally caught fire during the renovation!
This news quickly spread throughout the country and the world.
Those who are eyeing this project from all sides do so with the mentality of watching the excitement.
Hmph, Mingzhou Group also makes mistakes sometimes!
The halo of Mingzhou Group has been broken!
There is a problem with the construction quality of Mingzhou Group!
Is the boat still usable? It was originally a broken shell, but now even the broken shell has been burned, and the quality must no longer be up to standard!
Three days later.
Mingzhou Group finally announced the results of the accident investigation.
"There was a foreign worker who, because he loved drinking, was bribed by some drinking friends outside. After accepting a large bribe from the other party, he deliberately set fire to it!" Qin Tao's face was extremely serious: "This is not an ordinary modification accident, this is completely A long-planned sabotage! We are extremely indignant towards the conspirators behind it!"
The reporters were bombarded.
I knew that Mingzhou Group could not make such a low-level mistake, but I didn't expect that there was such an inside story.
Who is the conspirator behind this?
Does it need to be said? It must be those people on the other side of the ocean. They continued to make things difficult for the Green Venture Company during the purchase of the Varyag. In the end, they did not block the ship's return to China. But these people will not be willing to fail. They Will do other things too!
For example, deliberately win over certain boatmen and then carry out sabotage!
The other party will definitely not be able to win over domestic boatmen, so they simply win over foreign boatmen. There are a large number of foreigners working in the Mingzhou Group, and it is normal for one or two of them to be bribed.
When the news reached some people’s ears, they felt as sick as eating shit. Although they were happy that the ship was broken, it was not them who did it!
Isn’t this throwing dirty water on them?
However, if you report this as a credit, maybe you will be rewarded by your superiors?
Just after Mingzhou Group announced the results of the investigation, Green Venture Company also issued a statement.
Vitalia had already come to Mingzhou, but did not come forward until today. She took over from Qin Tao, stood in front of the microphone, and looked at countless reporters: "We express strong indignation against this behavior. At the same time, This failure cannot hinder our determination to enter the gaming industry in Ma Gang! We, a green company, are here to announce a new plan!"
Countless cameras were flashing, and under the camera, Vitalia said loudly: "No force can stop us. We are also very confident in Mingzhou Group, so our group decided to order from Mingzhou Group. A brand new blocking ship, this blocking ship will have a displacement of 100,000 tons! At the same time, we will also name it the Eastern Sea Blocking City!"
The hull of the 60,000-ton aircraft carrier was burned out. Green Venture Company was not discouraged. They would definitely do something even bigger: a 100,000-ton ship jam!
Everyone was excited for a while, every piece of news was exciting!
"Next, we will drag the burning ship to a nearby dock, free up the dock, and build a 100,000-ton blockade." Qin Tao walked to the microphone and said: "Any conspiracy behind it will not be It will hinder the progress of our Mingzhou Group!"
There was a burst of applause. In the eyes of everyone, this was the beginning of Mingzhou Group’s new drive to become stronger.
The dock has begun to fill with water.
The Old Dongfang Sea Dock City, which had been in the dock for half a year, slowly floated as the seawater filled in. With the help of the tugboat, it began to slowly leave the dock. Its movements were so slow, just like It's as if he doesn't want to leave here.
It's just that compared to when it came in, its spray paint made it look brand new.
In the distance, Makarov stood on the pier and said to the people around him: "We still work in two shifts. Those on the night shift are fine, but those on the day shift must enter before dawn and after dark. Then, all the materials needed for modification have to be transported at night, which puts higher demands on us."
Kauzlov nodded: "Of course there is no problem, but why should we continue to be so cautious? Why shouldn't we do it blatantly?"
“Hold on, we’ll be able to do it openly in a few months,” Makarov said.
It’s already October.
The Old Oriental Sea Dock City has once again become a hot topic in the news this month. Because someone pushed it with ulterior motives, it accidentally caught fire. After the fire, it was completely scrapped. It was quite difficult to bring it back. It made people sigh: Why bother? Woolen cloth!
At that time, the construction of the 100,000-ton New Oriental Sea Fortress was started directly. Maybe it has been launched now!
Originally I wanted to take a shortcut, but found that I had made a big circle and ended up back at the starting point.
However, no one will doubt the shipbuilding quality of the Mingzhou Group. Moreover, after this incident, they will control the shipbuilders more strictly to avoid similar incidents.
After holding the external press conference, Qin Tao has accomplished another major event. The only regret is that the ship was launched into the water for the first time after modification and there was no lively ceremony. However, this is nothing. Anyway, after the interior modifications are almost completed, we have to drive it into the dock and paint the ship again. When it is launched into the water at that time, the scene will definitely be very grand.
However, this seems to be somewhat similar to Asan. The aircraft carrier was thrown into the sea when it was halfway built. Thinking of this, Qin Tao smiled helplessly.
The pace of development will not stop, and there is no need to be too anxious. It will be done step by step. One day, some people will suddenly discover that the East has become so powerful without even realizing it.
“Mr. Qin, there is bad news from the Coal Provincial Diesel Engine Factory.” Xu Zhengyang whispered to Qin Tao.
“Yes, MTU has issued a formal notice requesting that the 396 diesel engine be stopped for military purposes immediately. Otherwise, they will stop supplying parts.”
“This is going to kill us.” Qin Tao said, “Let’s go to the Coal Province Diesel Engine Factory to have a look.”
In the past, domestic marine diesel engine technology was very backward. Later, Bincheng Diesel Engine Factory introduced the technology of Swiss Sulzer diesel engines. After many hardships, it was finally achieved.
Laoqu Diesel Engine Factory has introduced related diesel engine technology from France and used it on surface ships, including the 054 frigate currently being manufactured, which uses the 16PA6V-280STC diesel engine from Laoqu Diesel Engine Factory. This STC technology is still from Mingzhou Group He helped to get it done, which greatly improved the power of the diesel engine and met the needs of the frigate. At the same time, Mingzhou Group also invested in the old district diesel engine factory and became the major shareholder.
As for the largest diesel engine production plant in the country, it must be the Coal Province Diesel Engine Plant. It was one of the 156 key projects built with assistance from the Soviet Union during the first five-year plan. It is a national manufacturer of 150 series, high-power, high-speed diesel engines. (You will know this after watching "The Great Power Tank" by Heroes of East China. This factory is the main manufacturer of tank diesel engines in China. The power of the 99 tank comes from here. .)
At that time, after the opening of the country, the Coal Province Diesel Engine Factory also began to actively introduce foreign technology. The product they introduced was the famous MTU396 diesel engine.
At that time, the Germans also put forward a lot of conditions. For example, they required how many units to purchase first before discussing the introduction. I originally thought that it would be difficult for Dongfang. Unexpectedly, the domestic railway locomotives were being upgraded at that time, and the required diesel engines were imported. Quantity is not a problem at all, it can be easily used on railway locomotives!
After that, the Germans could only provide a full set of technical information on the 396 diesel engine in accordance with the agreement.
However, MTU is a thief. They only provide various materials and sizes, but not the craftsmanship. Do you want to imitate them? Then just research it yourself, craftsmanship? Don’t sell it for any amount of money!
There is no retreat for diesel engine factories in coal provinces, they must face the difficulties head on.
After all, this diesel engine and the MTU873 diesel engine used in the tank are products of the same era. If they want to imitate the engine used by the Leopard-2 tank, they must go all out. At the same time, this diesel engine is also the world's largest. Best selling marine diesel engine! I don’t know how many ships are equipped with this kind of power, especially submarines!
For example, the German 209 submarine has two 396 diesel engines installed in it.
It also has great uses in China. Take Mingzhou Shipyard as an example. The first flagship product is the 022 missile boat, which uses the 396 diesel engine. Now, the exported 039B foreign trade submarine also uses three 396 engines. diesel engine.
Although this kind of diesel engine is produced by the Coal Province Diesel Engine Factory, its key components are still imported. It is not that simple to achieve 100% localization, and there must be a long way to go.
Qin Tao wants to go to the Coal Province Diesel Engine Factory for only one purpose: to use the technical strength of the Mingzhou Group to help the 396 diesel engine be fully localized faster, so as to avoid being controlled by others in the future!
However, before Qin Tao, Xu Zhengyang and others left, someone blocked Qin Tao with great enthusiasm.
"Mr. Qin, you actually fooled us with inferior products. This is an insult to us. We demand a return! We also demand compensation for losses!"
Xu Zhengyang looked at the people in front of him in surprise and understood why Mr. Qin had made harsh demands on them at the defense exhibition. These guys were definitely typical examples of going back on their word!
After participating in the launching ceremony, Mamish went back, leaving a group of people to participate in the sea trial project. Standing in front of Qin Tao at this time was the person in charge of the sea trial sent by the Pyramid State, the scheduled submarine captain. Ihab, another man, was responsible for overseeing the construction of Aboutrika here.
The submarines have begun sea trials and have been named. Now as soon as the sea trials are completed, it is time to sail back. These guys actually said they didn’t want to and wanted to compensate for the losses!
MTU Company, as a supplier, is causing trouble for them, and the Pyramid people, as customers, are also causing trouble. This is a joint attack from both front and back!
Xu Zhengyang looked gloomy and translated the other party's protest to Qin Tao. After all, Qin Tao couldn't understand Arabic.
After hearing the other party's protest, Qin Tao showed a surprised expression on his face: "We use inferior products to fool you? How is it possible? You can eat randomly, but you can't talk nonsense. We are good friends, so I won't I hope to take you to court and accuse you of defamation."
"How can we slander!" Ihab said: "The most important power system on the submarine is the three sets of diesel generator sets. What we want are products from the German MTU company, but you actually provide us with your own diesel engines. !”
"Really?" Qin Tao said: "Then let's open the contract and take a look. If we make a mistake, we can return it to you or even compensate you. However, if you make a mistake, you need to apologize to us!"
The contract was brought over, in three thick folders, in Chinese, Arabic and French.
“Come, let’s open the French contract and find the relevant parts about the engine.” Qin Tao said, “Zhengyang, read it to them.”
Xu Zhengyang quickly opened the contract and read on the corresponding page.
“For the power system, we use three 396 diesel engines authorized by the German MTU company, each outputting 6,800 horsepower to drive three twelve-phase generators..."
Ihab and Aboutrika were both stunned. What, authorized production?
The 396 diesel engine is a masterpiece of MTU. However, in order to make more money, MTU also authorized this diesel engine to other companies in the world for production. Therefore, as long as the word "authorize" is added to this contract, it means The place of origin does not have to be Germany, other countries are also fine!
The products of the Coal Province Diesel Engine Factory are one of them.
"Everyone, this is the French version of the contract, which is the most rigorous. Of course, you can also take a look at your Arabic version and you can also see the word authorization." Qin Tao said: "We are completely acting in accordance with the contract. , there is no fraud whatsoever.”
The two of them picked up the Arabic version of the contract with some annoyance. Sure enough, the words "authorized production" were also written in it.
Damn it, how could this happen? When those people negotiated the contract, didn't they pursue these details?
"No, there is a problem with this contract. We want MTU's products. The ones you produce domestically cannot meet the quality requirements!" Ihab decided to mess around.
"Can't meet the requirements?" Qin Tao's eyes held a meaningful smile: "Since you said so, let's talk about it. I remember that the subject of yesterday's sea trial was the maximum speed. Did it meet the design specifications? ?”
These are all recorded, so we can't just talk nonsense. Ihab could only nod: "Yes, the design specifications have been met."
“That means our engine can already achieve the predetermined power output, so why can’t it meet your requirements?”
Qin Tao looked at Aboutrika again: "During the construction, you arranged special personnel to supervise. All equipment installations have the signature of Mr. Aboutrika. His signature has legal effect. Yes, all the signed documents have been recorded, including the installation of the engine. Therefore, we have no fault."
Abterika’s expression changed.
“Now, if you are messing around and insisting on the original German diesel engine, it is entirely your own initiative to break the contract. Therefore, we, the Mingzhou Group, have the right to terminate this cooperation project. We will also refuse to deliver this submarine.”
The Pyramid State has already paid the money, and only the final payment of 10 million is left, which will be paid when the submarine is taken away. Now, if they mess around, don't take the submarine.
What compensation? The worst we can do is go to the International Court of Justice to litigate, and it will take three to five years, ten to eight years, but we, the Mingzhou Group, are not afraid.
Ihab and Aboutrika were both stunned.
They really don’t know the specific details about the contract. One of them supervised the manufacturing and the other received the goods. Neither of them were the ones who negotiated the contract. They just received instructions from a certain military officer in the country and asked them to come to Dongfangren. Trouble.
Wouldn’t they be happy if they could get a compensation payment from the Orientals?
With this idea, they came to try, but they didn't expect that Mr. Qin would be even more ruthless. We are not wrong. If you keep doing this, then we will detain the submarine and lose your 195 million US dollars in funds. Nothing!
The two were dumbfounded. Qin Tao had already stood up: "Think clearly whether you should go to court with us or apologize to us. I have something to do and I have to go out. During this period, the submarine sea trial project has been suspended. Please think carefully. clear."
Stop sea trials?
The domestic navy can’t wait to take this submarine back! Although it is not a nuclear submarine, it can lurk underwater for twenty days like a nuclear submarine!
Now, they messed up. Not only did they not succeed, they also annoyed Mr. Qin. Mr. Qin became angry, and the consequences were serious!
Qin Tao gave the two of them a slap in the face and went about their own business.
“Mr. Qin, why do they have the nerve to come and cause trouble for us?” Xu Zhengyang lamented what just happened while driving Qin Tao to the airport.
"There is a kind of person who is always very thick-skinned. When doing business with them, we must be very diligent." Qin Tao said, Qin Tao didn't care much about the claim he had just been asked to make.
It was exactly what he expected.
In the international arms business, the most shameless thing is the local chicken, who can take advantage of both sides and take advantage of the fire. The Pyramid Kingdom can also be ranked in the top ten, how could Qin Tao not be on guard.
International cooperation is what it is.
Xu Zhengyang nodded: "Mr. Qin, what are their intentions?"
"If the people behind the scenes are smart enough, they want to lower the price." Qin Tao said: "The price of our exports is not expensive at all. Next, we will find a few more customers. If they don't want to If we buy the second boat, we will directly sell it to other customers to see if they are in a hurry."
other customers?
“Several countries in South America, for example, have demand in this area. If there is an opportunity in the future, we will promote it.”
Xu Zhengyang nodded.
Having purchased Varyag and Glory-class cruisers, Qin Tao has almost always been at home and has not been out for a long time. For a person who is used to running around outside, of course he has to find ways to open up more markets.
(End of this chapter)