SpaceX has announced plans to build a $100 billion spaceport in Louisiana, a project that will stretch over a decade and cover five launch complexes in Vermilion Parish.
The 10-Year Buildout
The spaceport is designed to support Starship missions, with the company aiming to establish a permanent launch site in the Gulf Coast region. The timeline spans ten years, making it one of the longest and most expensive infrastructure efforts the company has attempted.
Five Launch Complexes
Each of the five launch complexes will be dedicated to Starship operations, the company's fully reusable super heavy-lift rocket. The exact configuration of each complex hasn't been disclosed, but the scale suggests a significant footprint for the parish.
Vermilion Parish as a Launch Site
Vermilion Parish sits in southern Louisiana, near the Gulf of Mexico, a location that offers a clear over-water trajectory for launches. The choice of this site aligns with the company's need for a remote, low-density area for test flights and operational missions.
The $100 billion price tag covers the construction and setup of the entire facility, including the five complexes and supporting infrastructure. Construction will happen over the next ten years, though no specific groundbreaking date has been made public.
