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
Draken awarded £173m to ‘face off’ against British jets
The five-year agreement will see Draken simulate air combat, missile threats, and electronic warfare for Royal Air Force, Royal Navy, and Army personnel.
New owners announce investment plan for Harland & Wolff
Navantia UK has unveiled plans to invest in Harland & Wolff’s four UK shipyards to bolster Britain’s defence, maritime, and clean energy sectors while safeguarding jobs.
Royal Navy Merlin helicopters hit full capability after upgrade
The Royal Navy’s Commando Merlin helicopters have reached full operating capability following a major upgrade programme to enhance their amphibious strike role.
Penny Mordaunt appointed chair of SubSea Craft
British maritime technology company SubSea Craft (SSC) has announced Penny Mordaunt, former Secretary of State for Defence, as its new Chair of the Board.
Shadow surveillance aircraft conducts training over Glasgow
A Royal Air Force 'Shadow' aircraft observed conducting "unusual" flight patterns over Glasgow and surrounding areas has been confirmed to have been part of a routine training mission.
British steelworks begin producting artillery barrels
Work has started on a £61 million contract to revive artillery barrel production in Yorkshire for the first time in nearly two decades.
BAE secures £285m to modernise Royal Navy combat systems
The RECODE programme will modernise the Royal Navy’s Shared Infrastructure and CMS across 20 ships, including the Queen Elizabeth Class aircraft carriers, Type 45 destroyers, and Type 26 frigates.
New Govt keeps plan to scrap Crowsnest after four years
The Government have confirmed they intend to retire the the Crowsnest Airborne Early Warning system in four years, despite the system set to achieve full operating capability this year.
Royal Navy renames final Astute-class submarine
In a surprising announcement on Sunday evening, the Royal Navy revealed that the seventh and final Astute-class nuclear-powered submarine, previously named HMS Agincourt, will now be called HMS Achilles.
Trump praises Starmer, hints at UK visit
Trump said, "I get along with him well. I like him a lot. He's liberal, which is a little bit different from me, but I think he's a very good person and I think he's done a very good job thus far".
