The Commercial Space Federation Announces the Creation of the Space Supply Chain Council (S2C2)

June 3, 2025 – Washington, D.C. – In an effort to strengthen advocacy for the U.S. space industry, the Commercial Space Federation (CSF) is proud to announce the creation of the Space Supply Chain Council (S2C2). The new S2C2 will work to define industry sector priorities, recommend policy positions, and provide updates on specific topics that impact CSF members.

The S2C2 will bring together leading aerospace component manufacturers, assembly integration and test providers, software developers, and logistics and transportation companies. These organizations represent multiple links of a complex supply chain essential to the robust industrial base that enables U.S. leadership in space.

The S2C2 joins six existing industry councils at CSF on topics including launch and reentry, commercial low Earth orbit, space exploration, spaceports and infrastructure, remote sensing and analytics, and space situational awareness. The S2C2 is actively seeking additional representative member organizations.

Its inaugural members include:

• Applied Aerospace provides precision structures and critical sub- systems for launch vehicles, spacecraft, aircraft, missile defense, and ground communications systems through a range of composite, metal, and polymer manufacturing techniques. The company provides complete in-house design, fabrication, test, and delivery. www.appliedaero.space

• Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products, and healthcare. Through smart connected printers, polymer materials, and a software ecosystem Stratasys delivers solutions for every stage of the production cycle. www.stratasys.com

• National Air Cargo is a global leader in end-to-end logistics and freight forwarding solutions. National Airlines, the airline division of the company, is a U.S. FAA-certified Part 121 air carrier operating a fleet of wide-body freighters and passenger aircraft. The National Airlines fleet includes nine Boeing 747-400 Freighters, Airbus A330-300 and A330- 200, and Boeing 757-200 aircraft. www.GoNational.com

The creation of the S2C2 comes at a pivotal time as U.S. policy and international trade relations are evolving at an accelerated pace under the new presidential administration.

“The Commercial Space Federation supports ongoing efforts to improve U.S. global leadership and economic competitiveness,” said CSF president Dave Cavossa. “We look forward to working alongside the Administration, Congress, and government agencies to support evolving trade policy initiatives, while simultaneously representing the interests of the providers so vital to the U.S commercial space economy.”

About Commercial Space Federation
Founded in 2005, CSF is the voice of the commercial space industry, laying the foundation for improving access to space for scientists, students, civilians, as well as businesses.

Based in Washington, D.C., CSF advocates for policy, legislation, and regulations that promote growth, innovation, and competition. As a consensus-based association, CSF has over 85 members from all sectors of the industry, including traditional aerospace companies, new space innovators, and space-oriented educational institutions. CSF is a key resource for providing advice and counsel on space policy to Congress, the White House, and federal agencies.

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Contact:
Kenya McEachern
kenya@commercialspace.org