What does it take to launch Australia into the global space race? For Adam Gilmour, CEO and founder of Gilmour Space Technologies, the answer is a bold vision, relentless innovation, and an unwavering commitment from a founder and their team.
In this episode of Wild Hearts, Adam shares the highs, lows, and lessons learned as he prepares for the first Australian-made rocket launch from Australian soil.
Throughout the episode, we cover:
🚀 Adam Gilmour’s bold vision to enable human colonisation of the solar system
🧠  The rollercoaster highs and lows of building rockets from scratch in Australia
đź“ŠÂ How simplicity drives innovation: lessons from aerospace engineering
🌍 The importance of milestones in the rocket business and how they shape progress
🔄 Bootstrapping a space company with a small team and big dreams
🎯 Why launching from Australia provides unique orbital opportunities
💡 Navigating regulatory hurdles and securing trust in a high-risk industry
🌌 Adam’s predictions for humanity’s expansion into the solar system and beyond
Adam Gilmour’s story isn’t just about rockets—it’s a testament to resilience, innovation, and the boundless potential of human ambition 🚀
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