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Coastal Machine Expands for SpaceX | Lafayette Louisiana News
SpaceX’s rumored expansion in Vermilion Parish is sparking big local buzz, with Coastal Machine & Supply leading the charge—pouring $25.5 million into a massive new facility in Lafayette Parish. The company, known for crafting precision parts for defense, space, and energy, is set to add 129 new jobs (on top of 58 existing ones) and create another 111 indirect roles, totaling over 240 new opportunities in Acadiana. With construction starting in fall 2026 and a 20,000-square-foot expansion underway, this marks a major leap for advanced manufacturing in Louisiana—a sign that local talent and…
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