Bartlett to supply canvas products to defence

Ballarat based Bartlett Manufacturing is to supply its hand-sewn canvas tarps to the Australian Defence Force.

The company, a manufacturer of woven synthetic fabrics including tarps and blinds, has been awarded ‘a significant contract’ – highlighting the company’s industry leading capabilities and quality workmanship according to a statement.

The final contract was executed recently via video call with face masks on.

CEO Dave O’Brien said: “In recent years our company has put strong emphasis on building our sewing capabilities, to become the industry leader for large volume canvas product fabrication.

“Securing this contract represents great reward for our team.”

Bartlett has supplied defence previously but this is the first time it has been signed as a prime contractor.

The company also fabricates camouflage military vehicle canopies and covers for the Thales Hawkei program and the Rheinmetall Defence Australia MAN trucks.

“With the many challenges faced by regional manufacturing businesses, being able to offer workforce stability and job security for our valued production staff is extremely important.”

The 3-year standing offer with 3 x 24-month extension options is expected to result in immediate new orders.

Bartlett operations manager, Scott Bartlett said: “This allows us to continue our focus on investment in up-skilling and training our existing machinists as well as employing and training additional production staff to meet the demands of the contract.”
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