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
UK eyes interceptor drones in Hormuz to protect shipping
UK Defence Secretary points to interceptor drones as UK weighs plans on protecting vital shipping routes.
UK workshare unclear in NATO air defence project
The Ministry of Defence says the UK share of work on a new low-cost NATO air defence weapon will depend on the industrial solution selected.
Glen Sannox hull crack lessons applied to Glen Rosa
Ferguson Marine has detailed the cause of hull cracking on the ferry MV Glen Sannox and the engineering changes being implemented to prevent the...
Things have already improved at Ferguson Marine
Ferguson Marine has outlined a series of operational, management and infrastructure changes aimed at stabilising the Port Glasgow shipyard and improving the delivery of future vessel programmes.
Ferguson Marine shipyard looks to expand as yard grows
Ferguson Marine says it plans to install a semi-automated panel line at its Port Glasgow yard and is exploring further expansion locally, with space that could accommodate another panel line or automated equipment as part of future growth.
KNDS and EOS sign deal on remote weapon systems
KNDS and EOS Defence Systems have signed a teaming agreement to cooperate on remote-controlled weapon stations and associated weapons systems.
RAF Regiment trains in Arctic ahead of Cold Response
RAF Regiment personnel have completed Arctic warfare training in Norway as part of preparations for Exercise Cold Response 2026.
Babcock SME charter to strengthen defence supply chains
Speaking to UK Defence Journal, Babcock's Ewan Sime says widening SME participation will be vital to strengthening defence supply chains and improving industrial resilience.
DARPA awards contract for long-range X-ray imaging
RTX BBN Technologies has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to develop algorithms for long-range X-ray imaging.
Lib Dem leader calls for UK-built nuclear missiles
Ed Davey says Britain should develop its own nuclear missile capability to end reliance on the United States for the Trident system.
