Aussie Rocket’s Crash Landing: A Success, Claims Gilmour Space
Gilmour Space Technologies’ ambitious maiden launch of its Eris rocket ended abruptly on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. The Australian-made orbital launch vehicle crashed just 14 seconds after liftoff.
Despite the failure to achieve orbit, the company declared the mission a partial success. They cited the successful ignition of all engines as a key positive.
Furthermore, Gilmour Space emphasized the integrity of the launch infrastructure remained undamaged. This, they argued, provides valuable data for future missions.
This incident underscores the inherent risks in the nascent space launch industry, globally and particularly in Australia’s burgeoning space sector. The lessons learned from this setback will be crucial for future development and investment in the country’s space ambitions. The financial implications and subsequent investigations will be closely watched.
