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 defence supply chains put through war scenario test
The Ministry of Defence conducted a wargame exercise with five leading defence companies to test how supply chains perform under the pressures of a sustained, large-scale conflict.
New Type 26 Frigate afloat in Glasgow
HMS Cardiff, the second of eight Type 26 City-class frigates under construction for the Royal Navy, has been flooded up in dry dock two at BAE Systems' Scotstoun facility.
Aircraft carrier arrives in Scotland to load ammunition
HMS Prince of Wales has arrived in Scotland to load ammunition ahead of Operation Firecrest, the Royal Navy's major deployment to the North Atlantic and High North designed to deter Russia.
UK launches new maritime force to defend Europe
Naval chiefs from across Northern Europe are to launch a multinational maritime force to defend Northwest Europe and the High North with the UK at the helm.
BAE Systems backs space and Type 26 as keys to High North
BAE Systems has told MPs the UK-Norway Type 26 partnership and space-based surveillance are the keys to credible High North defence, while revealing a new dry dock maintenance deal in Norway.
MP calls for increased number of new frigates
The MP for Dunfermline and Dollar has called for more Type 31 frigates, greater use of east coast assets, and a single funded High North strategy.
Subsea attack could rival COVID damage, Babcock warns
Babcock has warned that the UK lacks the escort fleet, submarines and aircraft needed for sustained operations, and that an attack on subsea infrastructure could cause economic damage comparable to COVID-19.
Ajax vehicle acceptance restarts after investigation
Ajax vehicle acceptance has restarted after an investigation found soldier symptoms during Exercise Titan Storm were caused by a combination of factors rather than a single mechanical fault.
Serious risks identified in new British submarine project
MPs warn AUKUS faces serious risks from funding gaps, slipping investment at Barrow and insufficient political leadership from the top of government.
New ammo factory feasibility studies yet to be contracted
The UK has confirmed that feasibility study contracts for six new munitions factories announced in 2025 have not yet been placed, with investment decisions not expected until the third quarter of 2026.
