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
Techscaler plans New York trip in expanded export push
Scotland's Techscaler programme will take a small group of growth-stage start-ups to New York and New Jersey this year as part of an expanded international schedule designed to help companies win contracts and build commercial links overseas.
Scottish Government outline veterans health reforms
Scottish Government minutes show work advancing on GP accreditation, mental health reforms and the planned VALOUR hubs.
BAE Systems agrees deal to acquire Swedish supplier
BAE Systems has entered into an agreement to acquire Aston Harald Mekaniska Verkstad, a Sweden-based manufacturer specialising in precision-machined, large and complex structures.
UK confirms parachute force to be retained
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that UK airborne parachute capability will be retained.
Ferguson Marine appoints Duncan Anderson as permanent Chair
Ferguson Marine has appointed shipbuilding veteran Duncan Anderson as permanent Chair of its Board, following a period serving as Interim Chair, the company stated.
How IDV is evolving the Viking uncrewed vehicle
Speakign to the UKD efence Journal, IDV argues Viking reflects a rare UK-based uncrewed ground capability, developed and integrated by a domestic team as interest in autonomy grows.
Greens demand US military flights be barred from Prestwick
Scottish Greens co-leader Gillian Mackay has called for the US military to be evicted from Glasgow Prestwick Airport, as Labour warns the move would undermine NATO security ties.
Army has 282 on small drone training pathways
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that 282 personnel are currently participating in the British Army's centralised small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (sUAS) training pathways.
UK claims significant progress on Challenger 3 export talks
The Ministry of Defence says it has said that it has made "significant progress" in exploring export opportunities linked to the Challenger 3 tank programme, but has declined to provide further detail.
Starmer warns Europe must end overdependence on US
Starmer warned that European leaders must be prepared to make difficult decisions and build public consent for increased defence spending and rearmament, arguing that political hesitation could allow extremist voices to fill the vacuum. #MSC2026
