Albanese, the Prime Minister, Launches Eris Rocket at Gilmour Space Technologies

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited Gilmour Space Technologies’ manufacturing facility to officially unveil and “launch” the Eris rocket, Australia’s first domestically developed orbital launch vehicle. The Eris rocket uses hybrid rocket engine technology that combines solid and liquid propellants, making it one of the first of its kind in the world. The Prime Minister emphasized the significance of this achievement, stating that Australia will become the 12th country in the world to gain access to this technology. The Eris rocket is scheduled for its first test launch later this year from the Bowen Orbital Spaceport in north Queensland. The success of this launch will propel Australia into the elite group of nations that have successfully launched their own rockets into orbit, bolstering the nation’s dual-use capability. Gilmour Space Technologies, established just eight years ago, now employs 200 people at its facility on the Gold Coast, solidifying its position at the forefront of the space industry.