Verteidigung: US-Firma plant offenbar Marschflugkörper-Bau ab 2027 bei Leipzig
Einem Bericht zufolge will der Konzern Covenant bald bis zu 1000 Geschosse pro Jahr in Sachsen fertigen. Sie könnten womöglich die deutlich teureren Tomahawks ersetzen.
A US defense contracting firm, Covenant, is reportedly planning to begin manufacturing a mid-range missile system with a range of over 1,500 kilometers near Leipzig starting in 2027, according to insiders. Reuters reported this based on information from individuals familiar with the matter. The company intends to produce up to 1,000 missiles annually, primarily sourcing components from Germany and Europe.
This comes as the German government seeks affordable, high-volume missiles to fill a gap and complement more expensive systems. The United States has decided not to supply Germany with its costly "Tomahawk" missiles, despite previous announcements, causing concern within the defense ministry and prompting the search for alternatives.
Covenant's first delivery is expected to begin in early 2027. The firm is led by US investor Michael Kaufman, who previously worked with the investment firm Thiel Capital. Notable US technology investors such as Andreessen Horowitz and the Founders Fund have also backed Covenant. Established in 2024, the company has offices and activities in Israel as well.
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