[Wuhan Pneumonia] Hong Kong-needed Vietnamese mask machine was snatched at high prices

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Written by: Deng Yinglin

2020-02-12 11:00

The outbreak of pneumonia in Wuhan caused by the new coronavirus is raging, and mask surges have occurred in many parts of the world. Many local businessmen have revealed their intention to set up a mask production line in Hong Kong, but "Hong Kong 01" has received news that mask production machines have also become competing for targets among local businesses. Some local businesses have already paid a deposit and plan to introduce mask machines from Vietnam. The production of masks was unexpectedly suddenly "robbed" by businessmen elsewhere at high prices, making local businesses need to find another source of masks, including considering "reduction" to purchase semi-automated machines, which were originally scheduled to be put into production next month. Hong Kong-made masks will be postponed to April at the earliest, and the daily production volume will be halved to about 100,000.

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Vietnamese manufacturers unsubscribe and sell to new customers

Chen Yong, director of Hong Kong Chen Kee Foods Group, previously revealed to "Hong Kong 01" that for local businessmen to connect with the Hong Kong government, they will purchase machines from Vietnam and set up a mask production line in Hong Kong. It is expected to be put into production as soon as March, with a daily output of 200,000 masks. . However, it is reported that the mask machine has become a new competition target for many businesses, and even if it has been ordered, it may not be a success.

Chen Yong bluntly stated that there was a block in the purchase of mouth masks by local businesses. Even though the cooperation conditions have been negotiated with Vietnamese businessmen and the machine has been “ordered” to buy the machine, Vietnamese manufacturers have promised to send staff to Hong Kong to assist in assembly and set up an automatic production line. Unexpectedly, mask machines are very sought-after, and manufacturers prefer to “unsubscribe”. Is willing to transport the mask machine to Hong Kong.

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Consider buying a semi-automatic mask machine, halving the daily output to 100,000

Chen Yongqian pointed out that fortunately, factories in the mainland related to masks are gradually returning to work this week, and raw materials are expected to be exported. "There should be no shortage of materials after the start of construction, but raw material prices may be more expensive, but the overall cost is not expected to increase significantly." After discussions, it was decided to find another source of mask machines. "If a raw material factory in the Mainland with export rights is found, the Hong Kong government says it can assist in coordinating with the mainland, so there is little problem."

He revealed that for the time being, the team has sent personnel to find the source of the machine, and will no longer "buy cows across the mountains." Even semi-automatic mask machines will also be considered. Initially there are favorite manufacturers. In order to speed up the progress, the team has designed the mask boxes and planned the factory. For site selection and decoration, after finishing the cooperation with the mask raw material manufacturer, the decoration project can be completed within a few days to ensure that the government's hygiene requirements for masks are met. According to preliminary estimates, the date of putting on production of masks must be delayed by about one month, and it will not be available until early April this year, and the amount of masks produced by Nissan will also be halved.

In addition, Chen Yongqian revealed that the government attaches great importance to the supply of masks. It is known that the Productivity Promotion Bureau is working to attract companies with network and resources to produce masks, hoping to promote "resource sharing" and produce masks in Hong Kong as soon as possible.

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