Herik Labs

Herik Labs Pty. Ltd. (ACN 663 987 344) is an Australian aerospace company working to advance the state-of-the-art in rocket propulsion through fundamental innovation. The company's mission is 'a future in space that protects our future on Earth' — a recognition that space-driven technology progress drives breakthroughs in materials science, electronics, optics, and other sectors critical to civilizational sustainability.

The flagship product, the HL-1 rocket engine, is claimed to be the world's most efficient rocket engine, powered by green hydrogen and producing zero greenhouse gas emissions during operation. The HL-1 is manufactured via metal 3D printing, which reduces production times and costs while improving reliability through up to 85% fewer individual components compared to conventionally manufactured rocket engines.

The engine's design eliminates battery technology from the engine cycle entirely, making it inherently scalable from small cubesat launch applications through to landing a lunar rover. Performance targets include 25% greater specific impulse compared to current alternative engines, alongside full reusability. Herik Labs is in early development stages and does not publicly disclose its founding year, team size, or physical address, beyond Australian registration.