SpaceX plans to establish a new spaceport, Starbase LA, in Vermillion Parish, Louisiana, with an investment of up to $100 billion to support thousands of launches each year.
SpaceX plans to build a major new spaceport in Louisiana, with an investment of up to $100 billion, according to reports published on August 25, 2026.
The company intends to establish a facility called Starbase LA in Vermillion Parish, according to CNBC. The site is intended to “support thousands of launches annually.”
Ars Technica reported that SpaceX intends to invest up to $100 billion in the massive Louisiana spaceport, underscoring the scale of the proposed development.
In describing the project, SpaceX said, “This will be a project like no other,” according to Ars Technica.
The reports focus on the planned location and scale of the investment. Additional details about timelines, construction phases, and specific launch operations were not provided in the available sources.
Why it matters
A $100 billion investment in a new spaceport would rank among the largest single commercial infrastructure commitments tied to spaceflight, with potential implications for Louisiana's economy and the broader launch industry. The stated goal of supporting thousands of launches annually points to SpaceX's ambitions for a dramatic increase in launch capacity.
Frequently asked questions
Where will SpaceX's new spaceport be located?
According to CNBC, the facility, called Starbase LA, would be located in Vermillion Parish, Louisiana.
How much does SpaceX plan to invest?
Ars Technica reported that SpaceX intends to invest up to $100 billion in the Louisiana spaceport.
How many launches is the facility designed to handle?
According to CNBC, the site is intended to support thousands of launches annually.