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RNS Number : 4938Z  Aura Energy Limited  16 September 2025

 

 

                                                                             16 September 2025
Appointment of Michelle Ash as Non-Executive Director

Aura Energy Limited (ASX: AEE, AIM: AURA) ('Aura' or the 'Company') is pleased
to announce the appointment of Ms Michelle Ash as a Non-Executive Director to
the Board of Aura Energy Limited, effective immediately.

Ms Ash brings to Aura an exceptional depth of experience in global mining,
innovation and technology strategy, and transformational leadership. Over her
three-decade career, she has held senior executive and advisory roles across
multiple commodities and geographies, including with BHP, Barrick Gold,
Dassault Systèmes, OZ Minerals, and Acacia Mining.

She currently serves on several boards including Chair of Magnium Australia,
Chair of NatBridge Resources Ltd. (formerly Great Eagle Gold Corp.), and Board
Member roles with RailVeyor Technologies Global, Inc., NatGold Digital Ltd.,
and research organisations such as Mirarco.

Most recently, Michelle was Vice President of Growth at BHP where she
developed and led a multi-billion-dollar copper growth strategy. Her prior
leadership roles included CEO of GEOVIA at Dassault Systèmes and Chief
Innovation Officer at Barrick Gold, where she spearheaded digital
transformation programs that delivered significant operational value.

Michelle holds qualifications in engineering, business, and psychology, and is
a Fellow of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM), as
well as a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD).

 

Aura Energy Executive Chair, Philip Mitchell commented:

'Michelle's appointment compliments the recent appointment of Ousmane Kane to
our board and underscores Aura's commitment to bringing global expertise and
strategic vision to our leadership team. Michelle is an eminent person in
mining and her proven track record in project development, operational
excellence and innovation will be a great asset to Aura. Thank you and welcome
Michelle.'

Aura Energy Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Grove
commented:

'We are delighted to welcome Michelle to the Board. Her global expertise in
technology-driven transformation and deep experience across operations
including in Africa, innovation, and strategic development will be invaluable
as Aura advances its portfolio in both Mauritania and Sweden and positions
itself as a key contributor to the clean energy transition.'

This appointment enhances the Company's Board capabilities at a pivotal stage
in its development and underpins Aura's commitment to delivering long-term
value through operational excellence, strategic partnerships, and innovation.

AIM Rules disclosures

The following information is disclosed pursuant to Rule 17 and Schedule Two
Paragraph (g) of the AIM Rules for Companies in relation to Michelle Janine
Ash, aged 53.

 Current Directorships                               Directorships held in the previous five years
 NatBridge Resources Ltd. (prior: Great Eagle Gold)  Global Mining Guidelines Group - GMG
 Avanco Resources Pty Ltd                            Boart Longyear Group Ltd.
 RailVeyor Technologies Global, Inc.,                Dassault Systèmes Australia
 MAGNIUM AUSTRALIA                                   Dassault Systèmes Canada
 NatGold Digital Ltd.                                Prominent Hill Pty Ltd
 Minespider                                          Carrapateena Pty Ltd
 16161782 Inc                                        Estrela Metals Pty Ltd
 Marvon Pty Ltd                                      Minotaur Resources Holdings Pty Ltd
 Rovesh Pty Ltd                                      OZ Minerals Carrapateena Pty Ltd
                                                     OZ Minerals Prominent Hill Operations Pty Ltd
                                                     OZ Minerals Prominent Hill Pty Ltd
                                                     OZM Carrapateena Pty Ltd

There are no further disclosures required to be made in respect of the
appointment of Ms Ash under AIM Rule 17 and Schedule 2(g) of the AIM Rules for
Companies.

 

ENDS

 

Authorisation for release

This announcement is authorised for release by the Board of Aura Energy Ltd.

This Announcement contains inside information for the purposes of the UK
version of the market abuse regulation (EU No. 596/2014) as it forms part of
United Kingdom domestic law by virtue of the European Union (Withdrawal) Act
2018 ("UK MAR").

For further information, please contact:

 Philip Mitchell                                      Andrew Grove

 Executive Chair                                      Managing Director and CEO

 Aura Energy Limited                                  Aura Energy Limited

 pmitchell@auraee.com (mailto:pmitchell@auraee.com)   agrove@auraee.com (mailto:agrove@auraee.com)

                                                      +61 414 011 383

 SP Angel Corporate Finance LLP                       Tamesis Partners LLP

 Nominated Adviser                                    Broker

 David Hignell                                        Charlie Bendon

 Adam Cowl                                            Richard Greenfield

 Devik Mehta                                          +44 203 882 2868

 +44 203 470 0470

 

About Aura Energy (ASX: AEE, AIM: AURA)

Aura Energy Limited (ASX:AEE, AIM:AURA) is an Australian-based company focused
on the development of uranium and battery metals to support a cleaner energy
future.

Aura is advancing two key projects:

§ Tiris Uranium Project, Mauritania - A fully permitted, near-term
development asset with a potential long mine life. Aura plans to transition
from a uranium explorer to a uranium producer to capitalise on the rapidly
growing demand for nuclear power as the world shifts towards a decarbonised
energy sector

§ Häggån Polymetallic Project, Sweden - A globally significant deposit
containing vanadium, sulphate of potash, and uranium with potential long-term
value

Aura is committed to creating value for host nations, local communities, and
shareholders through responsible and sustainable resource development.

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