Gilmour Space Technologies

🎯 What They Do

Gilmour Space Technologies is an Australian aerospace company founded in 2012 by brothers Adam and James Gilmour. Headquartered in Helensvale, Queensland, with operations in Singapore, the company focuses on developing low-cost hybrid-propellant rocket engines, orbital launch vehicles, and satellite platforms. Gilmour Space primarily targets the small satellite market, providing dedicated access to space for satellites weighing up to 400 kg from its private spaceport in North Queensland.

Key products include the Eris orbital launch vehicle, which is designed for commercial launches, and the ElaraSat small satellite platform, which offers ride-sharing services. The company also provides launch services for commercial, government, and defense customers, aiming to reduce space access costs and support Australia's sovereign space manufacturing capabilities. Gilmour Space has raised over $262 million in funding and employs around 250 people, emphasizing Australian-made technologies for both domestic and international markets.