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
L3Harris to supply EO/IR systems for Kongsberg C-UxS vehicle
L3Harris Technologies has signed an agreement with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace to provide WESCAM MX-10D electro-optical/infrared sensor systems.
Royal Navy clears Malloy T-150 drone for front-line use
The Royal Navy has declared the Malloy T-150 uncrewed air system ready for front-line operations, following two years of trials and development with Royal Marines and 700X Naval Air Squadron, the service announced.
MBDA unveils SPEAR GLIDE as low-cost precision weapon
MBDA has added a new SPEAR GLIDE variant to its weapons portfolio, presenting it at #DSEI2025 as a lower-cost option designed for high-rate production and rapid entry into service.
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.
