Netherlands based Solidflow has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) at IAC Sydney 2025 to establish an Australian footprint for its Cool Gas Generator (CGG) technology. This pressure-less, leak-free solid-state gas storage is designed for mission critical use in space and defence.
“We are looking forward to expand our business to Australia together with our Australian partners Advier Australia and Spacelink Consulting. Cool Gas Generators are very well suited for Australia and will benefit many applications in this country, both in space and on Earth," Managing Director of Solidflow, Berry Sanders, said.
The agreement between Solidflow, Spacelink Consulting and Advier Australia will initiate a pathway to a joint venture for Australian product development and manufacturing of tailored CGGs.
“Australia has a great opportunity to pioneer CGG’s technology. We will be able to improve the safety, profitability and productivity in many industries; including mining, agriculture, medicine and aerospace. We are looking forward to Australia’s ingenuity developing our own CGG based products for the global market," Spacelink Consulting, Frank Papa, stated.
The signing took place at the European Space Agency (ESA) pavilion and was welcomed by Enrico Palermo (Australian Space Agency), Harm van de Wetering (Netherlands Space Office), Luca del Monte (ESA) and Hugo Klijn (Consul-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands). Solidflow’s route to Australia followed its selection as a winner in ESA’s EPIC European– Australian Space Startup Competition.
CGGs store gases in a chemically bound, solid matrix, releasing on demand within milliseconds. Current products include oxygen, carbon dioxide and hydrogen, with additional gases in development.
Australia’s dispersed operations, growing launch & spacecraft ecosystem, and Defence’s need for reliable, low-maintenance gas systems make CGGs a strong fit for remote logistics, sovereign sustainment and space mission readiness.
It is hoped this partnership will help drive innovation, resilience, and sustainable solutions in Australia.