PODCAST: From micro-business to leading distributor - Graeme Bulte, Aquaterro

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02 July 2020

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Founded almost 26 years ago, Aquaterro is today one of Australia’s largest providers of operational, tactical and safety equipment to government, military and commercial end users.

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In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by the company’s founder and CEO, Graeme Bulte, to share the journey of Aquaterro from its humble beginnings in commercial fishing to a trusted supplier for the country’s defence force, federal law enforcement, and border protection agencies.

Bulte reflects on the need for greater resilience in Australia’s own supply chain, reveals how he balances current contracts with investing into the future of the business, and provides some tips for other SMEs starting out in defence.

Enjoy the podcast,

The Defence Connect team

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