Eris’ first debut flight: The Australian-designed and built rocket took its first launch on May 15.
Eris being set up for launch
Australia is ready to make its space history in this space era, where on May 15, 2025, Gilmour Space Technologies will launch its first Eris rocket from Bowen in Queensland, which will make its mark for the nation with a home-grown rocket that will be launched for orbital purposes.
This 23-meter rocket aims to reach low Earth orbit within just 8 minutes, which will happen above the Coral Sea. Australia’s space agency has approved it. This launch will be put in Australia for the global space map.
What could this mean for the future? How can Australia contribute to space exploration? Let’s look into this.
Background
Gilmour Space Technologies is a Gold Coast-based company that has spent many years developing the Eris rocket that will launch small satellites into low Earth orbit. This company was founded by Adam Gilmour. This company aims to compete with giants like SpaceX.
The 23-meter Eris rocket has been designed for effective launches, with the capability of orbital launches, which is pushing the Australian space agency forward and supporting it in this new era of the space industry.
When to Launch? & Where to Launch?
On May 14, 2025, Gilmour Space confirmed that they are preparing for a rocket launch from Abbot Point, which is close to Bowen in Queensland, which is 1000km from Brisbane. The launch window will be opened on May 15 and will be extended for several days where the weather will be checked according to the requirements. CEO Adam Gilmour says this rocket will carry a small satellite with a single node through Australian culture.
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Eris’s launch in Australia is a historic step for the powerhouse of space, This is a unique Australian mission with its Vegemite board. Eris Soar is a new space era for orbit and spark.
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