ideas and support them to get their system into the hands of those that need it.
Our approach is supported by deep expertise across business, Defence, technology, and venture capital: Investment Committee – Led by industry veterans who understand both the commercial and strategic implications of […]
Just as we back companies putting capabilities in the hands of brave people, we demonstrate courage in our investment approach. Bold innovation requires bold backing.
In defence technology, timing is critical. We move decisively, making clear decisions quickly – even when those decisions are difficult.
We treat investor capital with the same respect we treat our partnerships. Our disciplined approach ensures resources are deployed strategically and effectively.
We respect the founder’s journey and stand shoulder-to-shoulder with entrepreneurs building strategic capabilities. This isn’t just about capital – it’s about partnership.
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"I was proud to join the advisory board of this great Australian company because they are not only investing in important capabilities for the Australian Defence Force and allied military institutions but because they are investing in the future of our nation." Mick Ryan, AM. Advisor at Large. Leader, Strategist, Author Speaker.
MAJGEN Mick Ryan (Ret’d)
Advisor at Large
"I love what Steve and the team at BZV are doing in Defence. It's an important sector to be supporting and investing in right now"
Ty Hermans, Managing Director @ Venlo
Ty Hermans
Advisor
Access to the key commodities have long been reasons for competition and conflict. Spices, oil and now… semiconductor microchips. ⬇️
You may have heard of Nvidia, the Chips Act and that Taiwan is heavily involved in
Just before Christmas the US Defense Department released the annual assessment of Chinese military power ⬇️
“In 2023, the PRC continued its efforts to form the PLA into an increasingly capable instrument
The West needs to be ready for modern war – masses of drones and a battlespace saturated with electronic warfare ⬇️
WIRED has an insightful article on the Invisible Russia-Ukraine Battlefield that we’ll post in the comments.
Can sea drones influence the littoral the same way as they dominate the Black Sea? ⬇️
Just before Christmas Beaten Zone Venture Partners advisor Keirin Joyce, GAICD, CPEng snuck in an interesting
The Deputy Chief of Army is ready to engage in the contest of ideas ⬇️
Major General Chris Smith has published a special report with Australian Strategic Policy Institute that examines
