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
Powerful nuclear attack submarine arrives in Scotland
HMS Agamemnon, the sixth of the Royal Navy's Astute-class hunter-killer submarines, has arrived at her home port of HM Naval Base Clyde for the first time, a week after sailing from the Barrow yard where she was built.
New Ukrainian ballistic missile used in combat
Ukraine has used a domestically built tactical ballistic missile in combat for the first time, President Volodymyr Zelensky has said, naming the weapon as the FP-7 and signalling that the next task is building it in quantity.
Man bailed in RAF Fairford terrorism investigation
The dual British and Iranian national arrested in London on Thursday over the events at RAF Fairford has been released on bail, and searches of two properties in Westminster have now concluded, Counter Terrorism Policing stated on Saturday.
HII to build 10 ROMULUS drone ships for U.S. Navy
HII has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Navy to build 10 ROMULUS uncrewed surface vessels under the Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel (MUSV) programme.
Rare defence show where buyers outnumber the sellers
A new defence event opening in London next week, Apex Europe, has attracted 400 military and government end users among around 800 people registered, a balance its organisers say they have not seen before at a defence show.
Airbus deal to lift British A400M availability by third
The RAF expects thirteen Atlas transports ready each day by the end of 2027, up from ten, under a £190m Airbus deal.
Dual UK-Iranian national held in Fairford terror inquiry
A 27-year-old dual British and Iranian national has been arrested in London over the activity near RAF Fairford at the weekend, on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts.
Syngenta moves to close Grangemouth plant, 377 jobs at risk
Agrochemical manufacturer Syngenta has begun a formal consultation with trade unions and employees over the proposed closure of its site at Grangemouth, placing 377 jobs at risk.
Boeing wins contract for new American naval fighter
Boeing has been selected to design, build and deliver the US Navy's F/A-XX sixth-generation fighter under a multi-billion-dollar contract.
Rincell unveils high-power drone battery cell
US battery manufacturer Rincell has introduced a new high-discharge 21700 lithium-ion cell aimed at drones and other power-intensive applications, with the company saying the RC50T is already in production and shipping to customers.
