Steve Baxter: Why I’ll only invest in Australian defence startups that are serious about the US

Steve Bater recently contributed an opinion piece to SmartCompany, outlining the importance of Australian Defence startups establishing a meaningful presence in the United States to achieve venture-scale outcomes.

The article examines the structural limitations of the domestic defence market and highlights the scale of opportunity available through engagement with allied procurement systems, particularly in the US. It also considers the role proximity can play in helping companies better navigate contracting environments and evolving capability requirements.

Baxter’s commentary reflects the importance of supporting Australian businesses that are positioned to scale internationally while contributing to the development of sovereign capability.

Read the full article here.