German military in talks with Covenant over Anthem cruise missile procurement
Germany's defense ministry confirmed discussions with Covenant, a previously unheralded vendor, over the company's Anthem cruise missile. The talks come as Berlin accelerates long-range strike capability modernization. Covenant is reportedly establishing local operations to support potential future contracts.
Why it matters: A new entrant in Germany's cruise missile market suggests either dissatisfaction with established suppliers or a hedge against industrial bottlenecks — or both.