MAKO
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About
MAKO (formerly MicroTau) is a Sydney, Australia-based aerospace startup developing Flightfilm, an adhesive film layer applied to the outer surface of an aircraft to improve aerodynamic performance 12. The film is micro-engineered to mimic the skin of sharks, helping smooth airflow over fuselage surfaces to reduce drag and save fuel during flight 12. MAKO asserts that Flightfilm can deliver up to 4% efficiency gains, translating to fuel savings and emissions reductions 1. Flightfilm can be installed without external modifications, although it must complete certification and obtain a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) before commercial rollout 1.
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Funding History
| Date | Round | Amount | Lead | Co-investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-29 | Series A | AU$28M | Virescent Ventures | International Airlines Group (IAGi) 12 |
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Sources
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AeroTime, “IAG invests in MAKO’s shark skin aircraft technology,” June 29, 2026. Accessed June 2026. https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/iag-backs-australian-startup-mako-developer-of-shark-skin-aircraft-coatings↩↩↩↩↩
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Startup Daily, “Drag reduction aerospace startup Mako takes off with $28 million Series A,” June 2026. Accessed June 2026. https://www.startupdaily.net/topic/funding/drag-reduction-aerospace-startup-mako-takes-off-with-28-million-series-a/↩↩↩