海特高新将卖三架飞机资产包 实控人回复：加大装备技术投入

Core Viewpoint - Hite High-tech (002023.SZ) has decided to sell a package of three B737-800 aircraft, which were previously acquired for leasing purposes, as part of its operational development strategy [1][2]. Group 1: Sale Details - The company announced the sale of three B737-800 aircraft with a market price range of $0.73 billion to $1.04 billion, with the actual sale price to be determined through negotiation [2][3]. - The purchasing companies have low registered capital of only 100,000 yuan, but are backed by strong shareholders, including major state-owned enterprises from Sichuan [2][4]. - The sale is part of a strategic shift to optimize the company's asset structure and focus on equipment technology investment [3][6]. Group 2: Historical Context and Financials - The B737-800 aircraft were purchased in 2019 and 2023, with the first aircraft bought to enhance the company's aviation leasing business and related services [6][7]. - The purchase price of the aircraft was significantly lower than the catalog price, which was $2.122 billion for the two aircraft bought in 2023 [6][7]. - The leasing income from the B737-800 aircraft has not been as high as that from the Airbus A330, which contributed over 10% to the company's net profit last year [2][8]. Group 3: Future Outlook - The company is optimistic about the market for converting passenger aircraft to cargo aircraft, with a forecast indicating a need for 556 cargo aircraft by 2043, including 366 conversions from passenger models [8]. - Hite High-tech is an authorized manufacturer for IAI Boeing 777 and Boeing 737 conversions, with significant revenue from aviation engineering and services [8].