Silicon Valley-backed Covenant unveils low-cost, mass-producible cruise missile

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1. 1d ago

   Denmark to Procure Covenant Anthem Cruise Missiles

   Denmark is purchasing ground-launched Anthem cruise missiles manufactured by American defense contractor Covenant Industries to meet a NATO long-range strike commitment by 2030. The procurement was announced by Denmark's Ministry of Defence. Copenhagen is acquiring these weapons alongside Kongsberg Joint Strike Missiles for its F-35A fleet to build out a long-range strike and deterrence capability. Contract status, quantities, financial values, and delivery schedules remain undisclosed, leaving specific details about the timeline and scale of the acquisition unresolved. Observers should treat the announcement as a market signal rather than the result of an open competition.

   Why it matters

   The acquisition reflects a wider movement among military agencies toward commercial off-the-shelf parts, 3D printing, and mass-producible systems designed to reduce unit costs and speed up production. Denmark specifically wants the operational option to strike back at adversaries that launch initial attacks. This purchase aligns with national defense planning to achieve strategic deterrence goals by the end of the decade.

   What is confirmed

   • Denmark is buying ground-launched Anthem cruise missiles manufactured by American defense contractor Covenant Industries.
   • Denmark's Ministry of Defence announced the purchase on 22 October 2026.
   • The acquisition is intended to meet a NATO long-range strike commitment by 2030.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Contract status, quantities, values, and delivery schedules remain undisclosed.
   • The purchase serves as a market signal rather than an open competition.

   What to watch next

   • Disclosures regarding contract values, exact quantities, and delivery schedules.
   • Formal contracting updates from Denmark's Ministry of Defence or Covenant Industries.
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2. 4d ago

   Denmark to Buy Covenant Missiles as Defense Startups Gain Ground

   Denmark is purchasing Covenant's ground-launched Anthem cruise missile and Kongsberg's air-launched Joint Strike Missile to build a long-range strike and deterrence capability. Copenhagen wants the option to strike back at enemies that attack first. Meanwhile, the Missile Defense Agency awarded California-based startup Long Wall $75 million to complete flight testing for its Cyclops low-cost midcourse interceptor. Long Wall will match the federal funding with $75 million of its own private capital. These developments highlight a broader shift among defense agencies toward commercial off-the-shelf components, 3D printing, and mass-producible systems to lower unit costs and accelerate manufacturing timelines.

   Why it matters

   Traditional defense contracting models face pressure as venture-backed startups introduce low-cost alternatives for missiles and interceptors. High unit costs and slow production capacities have plagued standard defense acquisitions in recent years. Startups are countering this by leveraging commercial components to scale output rapidly for both domestic military branches and international allies.

   What is confirmed

   • Denmark is acquiring Covenant's ground-launched Anthem cruise missile and Kongsberg's Joint Strike Missile.
   • The Missile Defense Agency awarded Long Wall $75 million to complete flight testing for the Cyclops interceptor.
   • Long Wall will match the Missile Defense Agency funding with $75 million of its own capital.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Covenant plans to start serial production of its low-cost cruise missile in Germany in early 2027, initially targeting around 1,000 missiles a year.
   • The Missile Defense Agency award may indicate agency interest in exploring low-cost alternatives for missile defense to disrupt traditional contracting models.

   What to watch next

   • Progress on Covenant's planned early 2027 serial production launch in Germany.
   • Flight testing milestones for Long Wall's Cyclops interceptor under the Missile Defense Agency contract.
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   10. thedefensepost.com — Denmark to Acquire JSM, Anthem Long-Range Missiles
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3. 13d ago

   Covenant Opens Dallas Factory to Speed Low-Cost Missile Production

   Defense technology startup Covenant announced the opening of a 105,000-square-foot factory in Dallas to accelerate the manufacturing of lower-cost missile systems. The facility launch follows the company's emergence from stealth after raising over $250 million across three funding rounds, achieving a valuation exceeding $1 billion. Covenant intends to equip the U.S. Army with its heavy-payload, low-cost cruise missile system, named Anthem, by 2027. The ground-launched munition was designed specifically for potential conflicts with China in the Pacific, while international interest also builds as Germany considers missile procurement from the firm.

   Why it matters

   Defense contractors and startups are pivoting toward lower-cost missile systems amid rising hypersonic costs and the depletion of stockpiles like the U.S. Tomahawk arsenal used in the Iran war. Covenant operates as a U.S.-Israeli defense firm founded two years ago, positioning its affordable weapons to address active battleground demands and potential Pacific conflicts. Meanwhile, international partners such as Germany are exploring procurement options to replace or supplement existing American arsenals.

   What is confirmed

   • Defense tech startup Covenant announced the opening of a 105,000-square-foot factory in Dallas.
   • Covenant is a U.S.-Israeli company that emerged from stealth after raising over $250M across three funding rounds with a valuation exceeding $1B.
   • The company intends to equip the U.S. Army with the Anthem weapon system by 2027.
   • Germany considers buying missiles from Israel's Covenant Technologies.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Germany is considering purchasing missiles from Covenant Technologies to replace American Tomahawks used in the Iran war.

   What to watch next

   • Progression of Covenant's factory operations in Dallas toward manufacturing scale
   • Official U.S. Army procurement decisions regarding the Anthem missile system ahead of 2027
   • Developments in potential missile procurement agreements between Germany and Covenant Technologies
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4. 27d ago

   Covenant exits stealth with $250M funding and Anthem cruise missile

   Defense startup Covenant has unveiled Anthem, a heavy-payload, low-cost cruise missile designed for rapid mass production. The U.S.-Israeli company emerged from stealth after raising over $250M across three funding rounds, achieving a valuation exceeding $1B. Covenant intends to equip the U.S. Army with the weapon system by 2027. The ground-launched munition focuses on affordability to enable extensive use in active battlegrounds. Covenant President Abby Denburg stated the system was designed specifically for potential conflicts with China in the Pacific.

   Why it matters

   The Anthem system addresses critical missile shortages by prioritizing economical manufacturing over traditional high-cost designs. It competes in a market where standard cruise missiles like the Tomahawk cost $2.6M. Covenant is backed by Peter Thiel and Andreessen Horowitz.

   What is confirmed

   • Covenant raised more than $250M across three funding rounds.
   • The company has achieved a unicorn valuation of $1B+.
   • Covenant aims to equip the U.S. Army with the Anthem missile by 2027.
   • Anthem is a heavy-payload, ground-launched cruise missile designed for economical mass production.
   • Covenant is a U.S.-Israeli company founded in 2024.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The Anthem missile has a range of roughly 1,200 kilometers.
   • Covenant refers to Anthem as a deep precision-strike munition rather than consistently calling it a cruise missile.

   What to watch next

   • Confirmation of the Anthem missile's official operational range
   • Progress on the establishment of German production facilities scheduled for next year
   • U.S. Army testing results regarding the integration of Anthem into current inventories
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5. 39d ago

   Covenant cruise missile development continues amid European procurement shifts

   Defense startup Covenant continues developing the Anthem cruise missile for mass production in the U.S. and Germany. While the U.S. Army tests the weapon to resolve missile shortages, Germany is simultaneously negotiating the purchase of Tomahawk cruise missiles from the U.S. Covenant aims to provide deep strike capabilities across Europe and the U.S. through its planned German production facilities starting next year. The company remains backed by Andreessen Horowitz and Peter Thiel.

   Why it matters

   The Anthem represents a shift toward low-cost, high-volume munitions to replace expensive legacy systems. This occurs as European nations seek to rapidly expand deep strike capabilities to improve regional security.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Germany is planning to purchase Tomahawk cruise missiles from the United States.
   • German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth discussed Tomahawk purchase details on Tuesday.

   What to watch next

   • Confirmation of the start date for Covenant production in Germany
   • Results of U.S. Army testing for the Anthem missile
   • Finalization of the German Tomahawk procurement deal
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6. 50d ago

   Defense Startup Covenant Unveils Mass-Producible Cruise Missile

   Defense startup Covenant has exited stealth to unveil a long-range, heavy-payload cruise missile designed for low-cost mass production. Backed by investors including Peter Thiel and Andreessen Horowitz, the company is establishing production facilities in the United States and Germany. The U.S. Army is currently testing the weapon, known as the Anthem, to address existing missile shortages. Covenant plans to begin cruise missile production in Germany next year to provide deep strike capabilities across the U.S. and Europe.

   Why it matters

   The U.S. is currently facing a shortage of missiles. This development represents a shift toward Silicon Valley venture capital funding for defense hardware to enable faster, cheaper manufacturing than traditional defense contractors.

   What is confirmed

   • Covenant is backed by Peter Thiel and Andreessen Horowitz.
   • The company is establishing missile production facilities in the United States and Europe.
   • Covenant plans to launch cruise missile production in Germany next year.
   • The company's cruise missile is designed for low-cost mass production.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The U.S. Army is testing the Anthem long-range strike weapon.
   • Covenant is opening a production facility in Grand Prairie.
   • The missile is designed for heavy payloads.

   What to watch next

   • Results of U.S. Army testing for the Anthem weapon
   • Official opening of the Grand Prairie production facility
   • Confirmation of the specific production volume for the German facility
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