• MBDA is a leading global defence group providing sovereign missile and weapon capabilities
• Opportunity to assess A3D's propulsion systems for potential use in MBDA's weapon platforms
• Collaboration to further develop A3D's 3D-printed turbojet engine technologies

Aurora Labs ('A3D' or 'the Company') (ASX:A3D) has entered into a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding ('MOU') with leading multi-national group and global authority in the development of complex weapon systems, MBDA. MBDA is internationally renowned as one of the most advanced and strategically important defence groups in the world, providing sovereign cutting-edge missile and complex weapon capabilities. Under the terms of the MOU, Aurora and MBDA will collaborate to assess the suitability of Aurora's 3D-printed propulsion technologies for integration into future MBDA solutions. Work is expected to include detailed technical exchanges, engine performance assessments and evaluation of potential applications that align with MBDA's future capability requirements. The collaboration will initially focus on exploring business and technical opportunities, while identifying additional areas of shared interest throughout the MOU's validity period of 3 years. Aurora's proprietary metal additive manufacturing technology offers a significant shift in the way small, high-performance propulsion systems can be produced, enabling reduced component complexity, improved thermal efficiency and a pathway to rapid, cost-effective production. The engagement with MBDA provides an important opportunity to demonstrate the global applicability of Aurora's engine designs and reflects the broader defence sector trend toward adopting advanced manufacturing techniques to enhance performance, flexibility and supply-chain resilience.

The partnership with MBDA offers a clear opportunity to accelerate Aurora's engine development activities while showcasing the potential of its Australian-developed, additively manufactured propulsion systems.