Headquartered in Sydney, NSW, Australia, Bale Capital is a leading commodity originator, buyer, trader, and adviser with a global presence, including feet-on-the-ground operations in Australia, Africa and Europe.
At Bale Capital, our commitment to upholding the highest standards of ethics, compliance, and professionalism is unwavering. We are committed to building long-term relationships with our clients based on trust, integrity, and transparency.
在巴尔资本，我们对维护最高的道德、合规和职业水准始终不渝。我们致力于建立基于信任、诚信和透明度的长期客户关系。
At Bale Capital, we are committed to upholding our core values of integrity, transparency, and professionalism. We believe in conducting our business operations with the highest standards of ethics and are dedicated to building strong and lasting relationships with our clients. We are passionate about the commodities market and aim to provide exceptional trading services to our clients globally.
At Bale Capital, we recognize the importance of complying with laws and regulations governing the commodities market. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of compliance in all our operations. Our compliance policies are designed to ensure that we adhere to all relevant regulations and laws. We regularly review and update our compliance policies to ensure they are up-to-date and effective.
At Bale Capital, we have a zero-tolerance policy towards bribery and corruption. We are committed to conducting our business operations with the highest standards of integrity and transparency. Our anti-bribery and corruption policies are designed to prevent, detect, and report any potential incidents of bribery or corruption. We also ensure that all our employees receive regular training on anti-bribery and corruption policies.
At Bale Capital, we take anti-money laundering (AML) very seriously. We have implemented robust AML policies and procedures to ensure that we comply with all relevant laws and regulations. Our AML policies include customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, and reporting suspicious activities. We are committed to ensuring that our business operations are not used for any illicit activities.
At Bale Capital, we fully comply with all relevant sanctions laws and regulations. We have implemented strict sanctions policies and procedures to ensure that we do not conduct any business with sanctioned individuals or entities. We regularly update our sanctions policies to ensure they are up-to-date and effective.
At Bale Capital, we conduct thorough customer due diligence (CDD) to ensure that we are working with legitimate and trustworthy individuals and entities. Our CDD policies and procedures include identifying and verifying our customers’ identities, assessing their risk level, and monitoring their transactions. We are committed to protecting our clients from any potential financial crime risks.
At Bale Capital, we recognize the importance of maintaining professional and ethical standards in all our business dealings. Our gifts and business entertainment policies are designed to ensure that we do not offer or receive any gifts or entertainment that could compromise our integrity or professionalism. We only offer or receive gifts or entertainment that are reasonable, proportionate, and consistent with our business objectives.
At Bale Capital, we are committed to managing conflicts of interest effectively. We have implemented strict conflict of interest policies and procedures to ensure that our clients’ interests always come first. We regularly review and update our conflict of interest policies to ensure they are up-to-date and effective. We also ensure that all our employees receive regular training on managing conflicts of interest.
At Bale Capital, we understand the importance of managing risk effectively. We have implemented robust risk management policies and procedures to identify, measure, monitor, and control risks associated with our business operations. We regularly review and update our risk management policies to ensure they are up-to-date and effective. Our risk management approach is designed to protect our clients’ investments and ensure the long-term sustainability of our business.
At Bale Capital, we believe in conducting our business operations with a strong sense of responsibility towards the environment, society, and our stakeholders. We have implemented ESG policies and procedures to ensure that we consider environmental, social, and governance factors when making investment decisions. Our ESG approach is designed to promote sustainable and responsible investment practices and contribute to a more equitable and sustainable future.
At Bale Capital, we are committed to making a positive impact on society through our business operations. Our CSR initiatives focus on supporting local communities, promoting diversity and inclusion, and contributing to sustainable development. We regularly review and update our CSR policies and programs to ensure they are aligned with our values and objectives.
At Bale Capital, we recognize that technology plays a crucial role in our business operations. We leverage technology to streamline our processes, improve communication with stakeholders, and enhance our due diligence efforts. In addition, we use sophisticated tracking and monitoring technologies to ensure that physical shipments are processed and delivered on time and in compliance with all applicable regulations. Overall, our use of technology enables us to provide superior services to our business partners and all stakeholders, while also improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing our risk management capabilities.
Jerry is an accomplished entrepreneur with a diverse background in various industries. He was one of the founders of the first broadband internet service providers (ISPs) in Australia in the nineties before building one of the first online multilevel banks in the world, working with major banks such as Westpac, Citigroup, ANZ, and AON.
Jerry founded Gambit Group in 2004 creating the first major sports platform in the mobile space at that time. Gambit grew into a global company operating in over 40 countries, including running the Nokia mobile store worldwide and acquiring digital rights to Paramount Pictures content.
Leveraging his extensive network of global contacts and geopolitical relationships, Jerry moved into mining and trading in resources and commodities over a decade ago. His unique set of skills enable him to excel in this industry, sourcing resources in the quantity and grade required by his clients.
Jerry is known for his exceptional ability to negotiate fair pricing between parties, securing successful outcomes for his clients. Jerry is also a former semi-professional athlete and world-rated chess player, demonstrating the importance of perseverance in achieving success. Jerry holds a degree in Communications, Organisations & Business from Charles Sturt University in Bathurst, Australia.
Nick is a highly experienced professional with a diverse skill set that spans several industries. He holds a BCom degree in Accounting and Financial Management from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and has over 35 years of experience in property development and project management. In addition, Nick has extensive experience in global commodity trading, including sourcing resources, negotiating transactions, and managing the export of goods.
Throughout his career, Nick has provided consulting and financial services to developers, builders, and traders around the world. He is commercially focused and aims to maximize wealth creation for his clients. His expertise in commodity trading has allowed him to develop a unique perspective on the intersection of finance and trade, and he is often called upon to provide strategic advice to businesses seeking to expand their international presence.
Nick is also committed to sustainable environmental practices and has extensive experience in implementing and promoting sustainable practices in both the development and trading industries
Theo has broad experience in selecting and managing investments across a range of industries and in guiding the growth of quickly expanding businesses. Theo also has experience with property development within the residential and commercial property sectors, has managed public (ASX listed) as well as private companies for over 25 years and has a sound working knowledge of corporate governance.
Theo was the founding shareholder and Chief Executive Officer of CL Asset Holdings Pty Ltd and was responsible for the overall management and strategic direction including its initial public offering (IPO) on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). Prior to this, Theo was the founder and Chief Executive Officer of an IT Multinational, responsible for growing the company from a small business in the early 90’s into a global operation that was listed on the ASX.
Theo's passion for sustainable development and improving people’s lives has led him to mining and trading in Africa. He is a strong advocate for sustainable development, and his mining and trading activities are focused on supporting local communities
As a responsible company, Bale Capital understands the importance of social responsibility. Our operations have a significant impact on the environment, the lives of our employees, suppliers, clients and customers, partners and the communities from which we source our commodities and resources. With this in mind we have in place 10 ESG Objectives.
Objective 1:
Reduce carbon emissions from both direct and indirect sources.
Objective 2:
Minimize waste generation and manage waste responsibly.
Objective 3:
Minimize disruption of the environment from which resources and commodities are mined and extracted.
Objective 4:
Provide a healthy and safe work environment for our employees.
Objective 5:
Promote a safe work culture with our partners.
Objective 6:
Support diversity in our team and our partners.
Objective 7:
Prevent harm and support the people within the communities from which we source our resources.
Objective 8:
Ensure data privacy and security.
Objective 9:
Ensure compliance with regulations and legislation in the countries where we operate.
Objective 10:
Integrate ESG management into our operations.
Our core activities revolve around the sourcing, trading, distribution, and transportation of essential raw materials, such as petrochemical products, minerals, and fertilizers.
Respecting human rights is a cornerstone of how we do business sustainably – with transparency, integrity, and excellence as our foundation.
Bale Capital Pty Ltd is a great business to work with. As a commodity buyer and trader, they were extremely helpful and efficient. They provided me with great advice and recommendations, and made the entire process run smoothly.