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
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.
MoD reviewing UK health capacity for wartime needs
The Ministry of Defence is working with the Department of Health and Social Care and the NHS to review UK health system capacity to respond to the demands of large-scale conflict, according to a written parliamentary response.
Apache attack helicopters fly up River Clyde in Glasgow
Two British Army Apache attack helicopters were seen flying along the River Clyde and across parts of Glasgow and East Kilbride during routine training activity.
Work continues to boost submarine maintenance at Clyde
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for a temporary container-based storage and working facility at HM Naval Base Clyde as part of efforts to increase submarine maintenance capacity.
American nuclear missile sub departs Scotland
A U.S. Navy Ohio-class submarine departed HM Naval Base Clyde at Faslane on Friday afternoon after a short visit to the submarine base.
Experts warn Atlantic Bastion needs more ships to track subs
Defence analysts told MPs that the proposed Atlantic Bastion surveillance network will only be effective if the Royal Navy has enough ships to pursue detected submarines.
