SpaceX’s $100B Louisiana Launch Hub | New Orleans News

SpaceX is set to transform Pecan Island in Louisiana into “Starbase Louisiana,” a $100 billion launch complex poised to become its largest facility, with construction starting in 2027 and launches possible by 2029. Designed to support Starship missions, the site promises 3,000 initial jobs, scaling to 10,000, and aims to anchor Louisiana’s economy, retain young talent, and even protect its coastline. Governor Jeff Landry champions the project as a future-proofing move, while locals voice concerns over secrecy and community impact. Despite logistical hurdles like storing rocket fuels in Louisiana’s climate, the state’s aerospace legacy and industrial base position it as a key player in the next space race — with the Port of New Orleans ready to handle cargo and NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility nearby but not directly involved. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/954a222b67068110