June 8, 2026 – Washington, D.C.—The Commercial Space Federation (CSF) is pleased to welcome Besxar and Charter Space as new space supply chain members, adding expertise in space-based semiconductor manufacturing and specialized risk solutions that support the continued growth and resilience of the U.S. commercial space economy.
BESXAR is pioneering space-based manufacturing to overcome the limits of terrestrial semiconductor fabrication. The company builds reusable “Fabships” that harness the ultra-high vacuum (UHV) of space to produce ultra-pure substrates and precursor materials for next-generation technologies. Besxar’s autonomous orbital manufacturing platforms return to Earth after each mission, delivering materials while capturing insights to refine performance. Serving industries from AI and quantum computing to nuclear technologies and defense, Besxar is advancing domestic semiconductor resilience and redefining how—and where—critical technologies are made.
“Commercial space isn’t a future opportunity. It’s already shaping how the United States competes, innovates, and defends itself. We believe the next chapter of national security and economic leadership will be written above Earth, and forward-looking policy will be essential to realizing that opportunity. At Bexar, we’re rebuilding strategic industrial capacity and extending America’s semiconductor supply chain into space, which is why we joined the Commercial Space Federation. CSF plays a critical role in giving industry a strong, unified voice in Washington, and we’re looking forward to being a part of that effort.” — Ashley Pilipiszyn, Founder and CEO at Besxar.
CHARTER SPACE is the first fintech company for the space industry. We insure commercial space companies on the ground, on-orbit, and beyond. As the only specialized insurance brokerage in the US focused on space, we provide comprehensive risk solutions tailored for the unique challenges of the space industry, in partnership with both the biggest insurers in the world as well as a variety of financing partners, investors, and capability providers.
“We joined the CSF as it provides an incredible platform to help us get smarter and more effective risk transfer tools into the hands of innovators and operators, and educate policymakers about the important roles that risk transfer and credit financing play in ensuring the space economy is able to continue maturing and scaling sustainably.” —Yuk Chi Chan, Founder and CEO at Charter Space.
About CSF
Founded in 2006, the Commercial Space Federation (CSF) and its members are laying the foundation for democratizing access to outer space for scientists, students, civilians, and businesses. All while working towards the goal of expanding the U.S. Commercial Space Economy. Through the promotion of technological innovation, CSF and its diverse membership are guiding the bolstering of U.S. leadership in aerospace and inspiring America’s next generation of engineers and explorers. CSF also serves as the commercial space industry’s primary advocate with the U.S. Congress and the Administration, helping inform the development and implementation of policy priorities. By engaging with congressional players, CSF is able to provide recommendations on commercial space issues that will impact the commercial space industry in the short and long term.
