Florida is once again bracing for impact as Hurricane Milton, an extremely powerful Category 5 storm, barrels toward the state’s Gulf Coast. In a rapid and intense escalation, the hurricane strengthened explosively over the Gulf of Mexico, reaching peak sustained winds of 175 mph. Officials have issued urgent evacuation orders as Milton is expected to […]
As the Gulf Coast continues to recover from the recent devastation of Hurricane Helene, a new tropical threat is brewing in the western Caribbean Sea, threatening to unleash further chaos across the already storm-battered southeastern United States. Forecasters are now closely monitoring a developing disturbance in the region, which has shown increasing potential to evolve […]
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 […]
Hurricane Francine, initially a Category 2 storm, has weakened to a Category 1 hurricane after making a ferocious landfall in southern Louisiana on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. The storm brought heavy rains, strong winds, and life-threatening storm surges, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Over 80,000 residents in Louisiana were plunged into darkness […]
Hurricane Francine, a powerful Category 2 storm, is set to hit Louisiana today, bringing with it life-threatening conditions, including heavy rain, storm surge, and powerful winds. The hurricane, currently packing sustained winds of up to 90 mph, is expected to make landfall on the Louisiana coast later this afternoon or evening. Residents across southeastern Louisiana […]
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 […]
Shell Offshore Inc., a subsidiary of Shell plc, has announced a critical Final Investment Decision (FID) on the Vito waterflood project at its Vito asset in the United States Gulf of Mexico. This strategic move is expected to significantly enhance oil recovery at the Vito field, underscoring Shell’s commitment to maximizing output from its key […]
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 […]
Civil liberties organizations have initiated a lawsuit to halt the implementation of Louisiana’s recent legislation mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom. The contentious law, endorsed last week by Republican Governor Jeff Landry, is set to take effect next year, sparking a heated debate over the separation of church and […]
In a significant move within the utility sector, Bernhard Capital Partners, a prominent private equity management firm specializing in services and infrastructure, has announced the acquisition of CenterPoint Energy, Inc.’s natural gas distribution operations in Louisiana and Mississippi. The deal, valued at $1.2 billion, marks a pivotal moment for both companies, with Bernhard Capital’s portfolio […]