PODCAST: The 15-year evolution of the Bushmaster – Paul Feighan, Thales

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Paul Feighan

Thales’ Bushmaster protected mobility vehicle is globally renowned for servicing the Australian Defence Force since 2005.

Thales’ Bushmaster protected mobility vehicle is globally renowned for servicing the Australian Defence Force since 2005.

The company’s director of protected vehicles Paul Feighan joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of the Defence Connect podcast to talk about what has made the Bushmaster so successful, how it has managed to stay relevant, and what’s next for the platform in terms of export potential.

He also breaks down his role within the business and the culture of community on the Bendigo factory floor.

Enjoy the podcast,

The Defence Connect team

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