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
NATO runs Bulgaria 2025 crisis management exercise
NATO described BULGARIA 2025 as one of the largest and most complex civil emergency exercises in the world this year.
Poland, BAE Systems to build 155mm ammunition plant
Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) and BAE Systems have signed a strategic partnership to establish a new 155mm artillery ammunition manufacturing facility in Poland.
UK seeks new light aircraft in Project TELUM
The UK has signalled the start of Project TELUM, a future contract to provide aerobatic-capable light training aircraft, qualified instructors, and support services for flying training.
Babcock takes recruitment drive on the road
Babcock International has launched a nationwide roadshow, sending a specially equipped bus around the UK to engage staff, promote career opportunities and showcase its wider social footprint.
American command ship visits Albania to bolster NATO ties
The U.S. 6th Fleet flagship USS Mount Whitney has arrived in Porto Romano, Durrës, Albania.
Thales pushes ‘deployable AI’ for the front line at DSEI
Thales is pitching AI for mission-critical systems, from RAF anomaly detection to AI minehunting. Most striking is a trial of an LLM-powered maintenance tool for the Royal Navy, effectively a ChatGPT-style assistant at sea.
Boeing, RAAF Complete Early MQ-28 Ghost Bat Trials
Boeing and the Royal Australian Air Force have completed demonstrations validating the operational effectiveness of the MQ-28 Ghost Bat Collaborative Combat Aircraft.
QinetiQ opens T&E gateway to support SME innovation
QinetiQ and the Ministry of Defence have announced changes to the 'Long Term Partnering Agreement' that will lower costs and expand access to test and evaluation facilities for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Plans for new UK munitions factories still in development
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that it is still in the early stages of planning for new munitions factories announced in the Strategic Defence Review, with no locations yet identified.
MOD confirms simultaneous UK and Norway Type 26 builds
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that BAE Systems will construct Royal Navy and Norwegian Navy Type 26 frigates in parallel on the Clyde, following Norway’s decision to adopt the design.
