Aurora Labs, a provider of advanced 3D printing technology, has secured a purchase order from the Australian Government’s Department of Defence.
The contract involves the supply of experimental metal alloy 3D printed parts, showcasing A3D’s specialised industrial print services.
Over the coming months, A3D will produce and deliver the specialty components from its headquarters in Canning Vale, Western Australia.
The ASX-listed company said this contract represents a crucial step for A3D, leveraging the company’s extensive expertise in materials and metal printing processes, particularly laser powder bed fusion (LPBF).
“I am thrilled to receive a purchase order direct from Australian Defence to Aurora Labs for 3D printed parts,” said CEO Rebekah Letheby.
She added, “Our focus to move to providing products, parts and services which are designed and tailored for specific applications that are tailored to custom requirements, particularly printed components that need to fit with standards of aerospace or Defence are now becoming fertile areas where the Company can expand.”
The purchase order, valued at $49,400, marks an entry point into a broader market that A3D has targeted for business development over the past 18 months.
The company said it views this contract as a foundation for future growth and increased engagement within the defence sector.
In addition to this development, Aurora Labs will exhibit at the Indian Ocean Defence and Security Conference at the Perth Convention Centre from 24 to 26 July.
According to the company, it anticipates significant interest from international defence delegates, who will witness the high quality of A3D’s 3D printed parts.
The exhibit will also feature the company’s advancements, including its 3D-printed micro gas turbine product.
