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SpaceX is set to acquire 130,000 acres of marshland in southern Louisiana

Monday, August 3, 2026


SpaceX is in acquisition discussions for approximately 130,000 acres of marshland in southern Louisiana for a potential launch facility. The company has not publicly confirmed the purchase or announced a timeline. Louisiana officials have indicated interest in hosting a SpaceX launch site in the state.

Original reporting: https://arstechnica.com/space/2026/08/spacex-is-set-to-acquire-130000-acres-of-marshland-in-southern-louisiana/

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