Musk plans $100 billion SpaceX launch site in coastal Louisiana

By: Wesley Muller

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: August 25, 2026

Words: 810

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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ABBEVILLE — Following months of rumors, SpaceX confirmed Tuesday that it’s building a $100 billion self-sustaining spaceport in Vermilion Parish, marking what state officials say is the largest capital investment in Louisiana history.

SpaceX plans to construct what it’s calling Starbase Louisiana near the small rural community of Pecan Island, about 50 miles south-southwest of Lafayette.

“We’re here to build something that will open a pathway to the stars for today’s …

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