A Lafayette Parish manufacturer is expanding production and workforce at facilities in Broussard and Youngsville, according to Louisiana Economic Development. The expansion represents a continued investment in manufacturing operations across the Acadiana region.
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One Acadiana says it has been actively involved with SpaceX's development project in Vermilion Parish from the start, helping connect the aerospace company with state and local leaders. The organization continues to support the company's hiring expansion and project planning efforts as SpaceX ramps up operations in the parish.
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Gov. Jeff Landry has declared a State of Emergency allowing Louisiana farmers and timber harvesters to immediately use dyed diesel fuel, which is typically restricted. This executive order aims to provide relief to agricultural operations across the state, including those in Acadiana, dealing with rising diesel costs.
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A heavy-lift drone called the R44 AIRTRUCK, built from Robinson Helicopter Company's R44 helicopter design, is being tested in New Iberia. The unmanned aircraft can carry up to 1,000 pounds of cargo and is being evaluated for potential future use delivering supplies to offshore oil and gas platforms in the Gulf of Mexico.
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