George Allison
George Allison is the founder and editor of the UK Defence Journal. He holds a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and specialises in naval and cyber security topics. George has appeared on national radio and television to provide commentary on defence and security issues. Twitter: @geoallison
Why shipbuilding needs yards like Ferguson Marine
The Port Glasgow yard embodies a broader truth: without a distributed network of regional shipyards, Britain risks the very skills that make national shipbuilding possible.
International warships set to visit DSEI 2025 in London
DSEI UK has confirmed that four visiting warships will dock in London this September, with live demonstrations of autonomous and manned craft.
A look at the Adaptable Strike Frigate from BAE Systems
The 'Adaptable Strike Frigate' from BAE Systems doubles as an unmanned systems mothership built around modular payloads with lean crewing and a digital backbone.
Leonardo widens STEM Returners scheme to aid career comeback
Aerospace and defence firm Leonardo has announced a new round of placements with STEM Returners, aimed at professionals looking to re-enter the workplace after career breaks.
U.S. carrier jets divert to Scotland after gear issues
Two U.S. Navy F/A-18 fighter jets diverted to RAF Lossiemouth after one aircraft reported irregular landing gear indications.
A conversation with Leonardo UK’s Mark Stead
Leonardo UK’s Senior Vice President for Radar and Advanced Targeting, Mark Stead, on global demand for sensors, the work underway in Edinburgh and Newcastle, and why young engineers should be inspired.
Palestine group attacks another British defence facility
Police have arrested four people after a break-in at Moog Aircraft Group’s Wolverhampton factory, where the group claimed the company’s products are used on fighter jets striking Gaza.
HMS Venturer foremast installed at Rosyth
HMS Venturer, the first of the Royal Navy’s new Type 31 frigates, has taken another step forward with the installation of her foremast at Babcock’s Rosyth facility.
Tickets on sale for 2026 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo has announced that tickets are now on sale for its 2026 Show, A Call To Gather, which will run from 7–29 August 2026 at Edinburgh Castle.
More shipbuilding for Scotland as £8m barge project starts
Scottish Secretary Ian Murray has cut the first steel for a new £8 million transport barge at Navantia UK’s Methil yard, marking the start of fabrication for a vessel that will play a key role in the construction of the Royal Navy's new Fleet Solid Support (FSS) ships.
