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This week’s rocket report notes major industry developments, including NASA’s rollout of the Artemis II rocket and recent launch failures in China and Rocket Lab. A key highlight is Gilmour Space Technologies securing A$217 million ($148 million) in funding, establishing Australia’s first orbital launch unicorn. The investment, led by the National Reconstruction Fund and Hostplus, aims to create a sovereign launch capability for the Australian government, mitigating the country’s reliance on foreign providers like SpaceX. This capital injection follows a test flight attempt where the company’s Eris rocket flew for 14 seconds, marking a step toward national independence in space access.
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