Commercial Space Federation (CSF) Welcomes Two New Associate Members

March 27, 2026 – Washington, D.C.—The Commercial Space Federation (CSF) is pleased to welcome Astrolab and Zeno Power, two innovative companies advancing planetary mobility and reliable energy in extreme environments. Together, their work supports critical missions on Earth and in space while helping to expand the capabilities and resilience of the commercial space economy.

Astrolab: Astrolab is on a mission to move humanity forward to the next horizon by designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose rovers for all planetary surface needs. Formed by a highly specialized team of NASA veterans, former SpaceXers, and JPL engineers, Astrolab is laser-focused on providing adaptive mobility solutions essential for life beyond Earth. The team has industry-leading experience in terrestrial and planetary robotics, electric vehicles, human spaceflight, and more. Astrolab’s depth of experience and strategic partnerships with a wide array of world-class institutions enable the delivery of Lunar and Mars mobility offerings at maximum reliability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness. The company is headquartered in Hawthorne, California. 

“We are excited to join the Commercial Space Federation. CSF’s advocacy for a flourishing commercial space industry aligns closely with our mission to deploy multi-purpose rovers like FLEX, enabling cargo transport, infrastructure build-out, and sustained human presence across planetary surfaces.” – Jaret Matthews, Founder & CEO

Zeno: Zeno Power builds nuclear batteries, also known as radioisotope power systems, that provide reliable, clean energy in frontier environments. By harnessing the heat from radioisotopes, Zeno’s batteries power critical missions on Earth, in space, and at sea. Designed for the modern space era, Zeno’s nuclear batteries provide the heat and electricity needed to survive extreme cold and darkness, enabling long-duration missions through the lunar night, in permanently shadowed regions, on Mars, and across deep space.

“We are thrilled to join the Commercial Space Federation, the leading voice for the commercial space industry. CSF gives Zeno Power a powerful platform to engage with the broader ecosystem of commercial space companies and space policy, and to showcase how our nuclear batteries can enhance and enable their products and services. It also serves as a force multiplier for the space policy initiatives that matter most to our community. Together, we look forward to advocating directly to government stakeholders for policies that will drive growth, innovation, and U.S. leadership in space for decades to come.” – A.C. Charania, SVP of Space Business Development

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.