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For Immediate Release - Santa Clara, CA
July 10, 2006

Veteran Industry Executive Michael Sparkman Joins Aurora Networks as VP of Worldwide Sales

Santa Clara, CA — July 10, 2006 — Aurora Networks, the third-largest supplier of advanced optical transport systems to the global broadband cable market, announces that Michael Sparkman has joined the company as its vice president of worldwide sales. In this role, Sparkman will manage the company’s U.S. and international sales forces to continue Aurora’s drive toward increased market penetration and growth. Sparkman will assume his position on July 10, 2006.

Sparkman has more than 25 years of cable industry experience, including 17 years at ANTEC, now ARRIS, where he held several executive posts including senior vice president of international operations and senior vice president of sales for the company’s network transmission division. In 1997, Sparkman was appointed CEO of Itochu Cable Services, a division of Itochu Corporation. During his tenure at Itochu, Sparkman was credited with increasing revenue 60 percent within 18 months. His extensive accomplishments also included the re-branding and significant growth of the company’s converter repair business.

Most recently, Sparkman founded and served as the president of Broadband Services Inc. (BSI), a global provider of asset management, logistics, installation and repair services serving the cable telecommunications industry.

"Given his 25 years of experience, Michael has in-depth knowledge of the cable industry, including an appreciation and understanding of its evolution, as well as keen insight into emerging trends and market needs. We look forward to the positive impact he will have as Aurora Networks continues its growth worldwide," said Guy Sucharczuk, chairman, president and CEO of Aurora Networks.

Leading trade publications have published technical articles authored by Sparkman, and he has spoken at several industry technology events, including Kagan Broadband Summit and the SCTE’s Emerging Technologies Conference.

About Aurora Networks
Aurora Networks is a global leader in advanced optical transport systems for broadband networks. The company’s innovative solutions optimize network performance and enable the deployment of advanced residential and commercial broadband services. With a reputation for cutting-edge technology and award-winning engineering, Aurora Networks is a thriving, privately-held company based in Santa Clara, California. For more information, call +1.408.235.7000 or visit www.aurora.com.