Australian-Made Eris Rocket Fails to Reach Orbit After Launch

Australian Rocket Fails to Reach Orbit After Launch

Australia's first locally-made rocket, named Eris and developed by Gilmour Space Technologies, experienced a setback on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, when it crashed just 14 seconds after launch near Bowen, Australia.

The rocket was intended to reach orbit, but the attempt was unsuccessful.

Further details about the cause of the crash are expected to be released following an investigation.