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
Scottish Government to order four ships at Ferguson Marine
The Scottish Government said today that it intends to directly award contracts for four new vessels to Ferguson Marine in a move designed to secure the long-term future of the state-owned shipyard.
European naval shipbuilding still fragmented, IISS says
European naval shipbuilding sector remains fragmented along national lines, despite efforts at greater defence-industrial integration, according to The Military Balance 2026 published by the International Institute for Strategic Studies.
U.S. B-1 bombers strike Iran ballistic missile targets
U.S. Central Command has said that American B-1 bombers carried out strikes deep inside Iran aimed at degrading the country's ballistic missile capabilities.
Babcock backs marine autonomy accelerator
Babcock has partnered with Tech South West to launch a National Marine Autonomy Accelerator aimed at supporting high-growth companies developing autonomous marine systems and related technologies, according to the company.
No change to new British stealth fighter in-service date
The Government has confirmed that there has been no alteration to the planned in-service date for the UK's next-generation combat aircraft under the Global Combat Air Programme.
American forces obliterate Iranian Navy
U.S. Central Command has said that Iranian naval vessels operating in the Gulf of Oman have been eliminated over the past two days, posting imagery showing weapons striking Iranian ships.
UK military aircraft granted access to Palestinian airspace
The Ministry of Defence advised Zarah Sultana MP that British aircraft have permission from the Palestinian Authority for overflight of Palestinian airspace.
U.S. forces sink Iranian drone carrier
U.S. Central Command has rejected claims circulating in Iranian media that a United States aircraft carrier has been sunk, stating instead that American forces struck an Iranian drone carrier in the opening hours of Operation Epic Fury.
No change to British military parachute training
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that there will be no change to the number of British military parachute training courses as a result of the Strategic Defence Review's position on airborne capabilities.
Three American F-15 jets shot down in friendly fire
Three United States Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles have been shot down over Kuwait in what U.S. Central Command has described as an apparent friendly fire incident.
