SpaceX plans $100 billion Louisiana Starbase spaceport
SpaceX plans to invest up to $100 billion to develop a second major spaceport facility in Louisiana, which the company will brand as 'Starbase.' The project is intended to significantly expand SpaceX's launch and manufacturing capabilities. Construction is planned to begin in 2027, with test flights of Starship rockets potentially following thereafter.
Key takeaways
- 1.SpaceX is establishing a second Starbase location in Louisiana, complementing its existing Texas facility
- 2.The project represents a $100 billion capital investment by the company
- 3.Construction timeline is targeted to begin in 2027, with Starship test flights expected to follow
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