Gilmour Space Technologies has confirmed the successful operation of its 100-kilogram satellite platform, ElaraSat MMS-1, in orbit, marking what the company describes as a significant step for Australia’s growing space capability.
The satellite, launched in June aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-14 mission, carries a hyperspectral imager from CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency.
In a media release, Gilmour Space said the ElaraSat MMS-1 platform has completed commissioning, verified satellite bus systems, and demonstrated reliable S-band communications along with X-band downlink since reaching orbit.
“This is a proud moment for our team and partners,” said Mark Grimminck, Head of Satellites at Gilmour Space.
“ElaraSat MMS-1 is designed for multiple missions – and this first flight shows how Australia can build expertise in sovereign satellite technology while paving the way for future missions.”
The Gold Coast-based company said its modular ElaraSat bus can be configured for missions hosting payloads of up to 30 kilograms and is compatible with a range of launch vehicles, including its own Eris orbital rocket.
In July, Gilmour’s Eris TestFlight-1 campaign from the Bowen Orbital Spaceport in North Queensland was also carried out, demonstrating progress toward offering end-to-end space access from Australia.
With ElaraSat MMS-1 now operating in orbit under NORAD ID 64539, Gilmour Space said the achievement positions the company to deliver integrated satellite missions from Australia to global customers, supporting commercial, civil, and defence programs seeking affordable and flexible access to space.
The ElaraSat MMS-1 is catalogued under NORAD ID 64539.
