Justice Department moves to block UnitedHealth Group’s acquisition of Amedisys Inc.

Justice Department moves to block UnitedHealth Group’s acquisition of Amedisys Inc.

In a decisive move to maintain competition within the healthcare sector, the United States Department of Justice, in collaboration with attorneys general from Maryland, Illinois, New Jersey, and New York, filed a lawsuit on November 12, 2024, aiming to prevent UnitedHealth Group’s proposed $3.3 billion acquisition of Amedisys Inc. The lawsuit contends that this merger […]

U.S. Energy Department pumps $166m into Element 25’s game-changing battery facility

U.S. Energy Department pumps $166m into Element 25’s game-changing battery facility

Element 25 Limited, a key player in the battery materials sector, has announced a significant financial milestone with its high-purity manganese project receiving a US$166 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). This grant, awarded under the DOE’s Battery Materials Processing Grant Programme, supports Element 25’s upcoming facility in Louisiana, which will produce […]

International cannabis brand Cookies opens first dispensary in Louisiana

International cannabis brand Cookies opens first dispensary in Louisiana

Cookies, the globally recognised cannabis and lifestyle brand, has entered the Louisiana market with its first location in Baton Rouge, launching on 20 September 2024. The new dispensary, a collaboration with Capitol Wellness Solutions, marks a significant milestone for the state’s medical marijuana program. Located at 1940 O’Neal Lane, the Baton Rouge store offers a […]

Gulf Coast on edge as Tropical Storm Francine barrels towards hurricane status overnight

Gulf Coast on edge as Tropical Storm Francine barrels towards hurricane status overnight

Tropical Storm Francine is on the verge of becoming a full-fledged hurricane, threatening to bring chaos to the Gulf Coast with its fierce winds, torrential rains, and potentially life-threatening storm surges. Forecasts from the National Hurricane Center indicate that Francine will intensify into a hurricane by tonight, putting Louisiana and Texas on high alert for […]

Integrity Elevator Solutions acquires Stratos Elevator to enhance service capabilities in Louisiana

Integrity Elevator Solutions acquires Stratos Elevator to enhance service capabilities in Louisiana

Integrity Elevator Solutions (IES) has announced a strategic acquisition of Stratos Elevator, marking a significant expansion of its operations in the Louisiana market. This move solidifies IES’s position as a prominent player in the independent elevator services sector, extending its reach and capabilities across Texas and Louisiana. Founded in 2020, Integrity Elevator Solutions has rapidly […]

LSU and Integer Technologies secure $9.8m US Navy contract for autonomous maritime systems

LSU and Integer Technologies secure $9.8m US Navy contract for autonomous maritime systems

Louisiana State University (LSU) and Integer Technologies have been awarded a substantial $9.8 million contract by the Office of Naval Research. This funding aims to advance research and development in enhancing the intelligence, autonomy, and decision-making capabilities of maritime autonomous systems. The initiative, named the Intelligent Data Management for Distributed Naval Platforms program, aligns with […]

Landmark Properties acquires The Lodges at 777 student housing complex in Baton Rouge

Landmark Properties acquires The Lodges at 777 student housing complex in Baton Rouge

Landmark Properties has announced the acquisition of The Lodges at 777, a residential community in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, further expanding its real estate portfolio. This marks Landmark’s second acquisition in Baton Rouge, adding 1,290 beds and 382 total units to its growing residential community investments. Constructed in 2011, The Lodges at 777 is completely preleased […]