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 draws red line on Greenland sovereignty
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned that the use of trade tariffs against allied nations is "completely wrong", after US President Donald Trump said he would impose sweeping import taxes on countries opposing his proposal for the United States to acquire Greenland.
QinetiQ secures huge Typhoon support contract extension
The agreement will see QinetiQ deliver ongoing mission-critical engineering support intended to sustain Typhoon capability and pilot safety.
Why the Proteus autonomous helicopter matters
The first flight of the Royal Navy's Proteus autonomous helicopter is a visible milestone, but the aircraft's importance lies less in the airframe and more in the operational pressure that led to its development.
Sweeney warns vessel delays risk shipyard job losses
"The Scottish Government have failed to purchase a new vessel with a Scottish shipyard in over a decade," warned Paul Sweeney MSP.
Delta Force won’t invade Greenland; but Wall Street might
Claims that the United States could seek to seize Greenland misunderstand both geography and strategy, with Washington far more likely to deepen influence through investment and cooperation as Arctic routes and critical minerals grow in importance, argues former MP and defence commentator James Gray.
NATO military staff chief visits alliance sites in Italy
Lieutenant General Remigijus Baltrėnas, Director General of the International Military Staff, has completed a two-day visit to several NATO structures in Italy, including facilities in Naples and Rome.
Army reserve in major explosion response drill near Glasgow
Personnel from 144 (Parachute) Medical Squadron, an Army Reserve unit that forms part of 16 Medical Regiment, have taken part in a large-scale emergency response exercise near Glasgow.
NATO warships ‘fight off’ F-35 jets in Arctic training
NATO warships operating in the High North have carried out joint air defence training with Norwegian F-35 fighter aircraft as part of a wider maritime deployment aimed at strengthening readiness in the region.
GE, Lockheed test rotating detonation ramjet engine
GE Aerospace and Lockheed Martin have completed a series of engine tests demonstrating a liquid-fuelled rotating detonation ramjet intended for hypersonic missile applications, according to the company.
Emergency services rehearse ferry terror response
Emergency services and counter terrorism units have carried out a large-scale multi-agency exercise testing the response to a simulated terrorist incident on a cross-channel ferry, according to Counter Terror cops.
