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
AUKUS navies step up autonomous warfare push in 2026
AUKUS partners are set to expand trials of uncrewed and autonomous maritime technology in 2026, building on a series of exercises held last year aimed at improving joint deterrence above, on and below the sea.
Navantia UK targets 500 apprentices to support FSS build
Navantia UK has set a goal of recruiting 500 apprentices by 2030 as it expands its shipbuilding and engineering footprint across the United Kingdom.
Windracers and HITRANS expand drone cargo plans in Scotland
A British heavy-lift drone company has signed an agreement with a Scottish transport body aimed at expanding unmanned air cargo operations across the Highlands and Islands.
Huge boost to US air defence and cruise missile production
Raytheon has signed five major framework agreements aimed at significantly expanding production capacity for key missile systems, including Tomahawk cruise missiles, AMRAAM air-to-air missiles, and multiple variants of the Standard Missile family.
Advanced French warship arrives in Glasgow
French Navy frigate Aquitaine is currently inbound to the King George V Dock in Glasgow in Scotland for a routine port visit.
American A-10 jet and warship open fire in Gulf drills
The U.S. Navy Independence-class littoral combat ship USS Santa Barbara has carried out a live-fire maritime gunnery exercise in the Persian Gulf, supported by U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt aircraft.
UK sells former HMS Enterprise to Bangladesh
The United Kingdom and Bangladesh have signed a defence sales agreement for the transfer of the former Royal Navy survey vessel HMS Enterprise, an Echo-class hydrographic and oceanographic ship previously operated by the Royal Navy.
Babcock and Saab pitch Arrowhead 120 frigate to Sweden
Saab is backing a British-designed warship as it competes to secure the contract for the Swedish major surface combatant programme, promoting the Babcock Arrowhead 120 frigate as a candidate.
UK rules out US-style procurement scheme for defence
The Ministry of Defence has said it has no plans to recruit a dedicated cadre of former defence industry executives.
MoD insists Gurkha pensions already match British troops
The Ministry of Defence has said Gurkha pension arrangements are already aligned for most service.
