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
Navantia UK CEO sets out strategy after Belfast takeover
Navantia UK’s new chief executive, Donato Martinez, spoke to the UK Defence Journal and others about strategy following the firm's acquisition of Harland & Wolff’s Belfast yard and the award of the Fleet Solid Support (FSS) contract.
Babcock highlights Rosyth capacity for more shipbuilding
John Howie, Babcock’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, told the UK Defence Journal the company has already secured planning consent for the next stage of Rosyth’s development.
Leonardo pitches Proteus as Navy’s roadmap to autonomy
At #DSEI2025 in London, Leonardo UK spoke about their Proteus aircraft and detailed recent demonstrations of its autonomous capability in synthetic ASW trials.
BAE Systems and Thales deepen submarine sonar partnership
At #DSEI2025 in London, BAE Systems and Thales announced a new stage in their collaboration on Royal Navy submarine sonar, signing a Memorandum of Understanding that places Thales at the heart of the future enterprise.
MBDA unveils 120mm gun-launched missile concept at DSEI
MBDA has used #DSEI2025 to showcase a new concept for a non-line-of-sight (NLOS) missile designed to be fired from NATO-standard 120mm smoothbore tank guns.
BDT UK partners with Cambridge Precision on rifle bid
Beretta Defence Technologies UK (BDT UK) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Cambridge Precision to manufacture key components for its Project Grayburn bid to replace the SA80 rifle. #DSEI2025
Babcock plots growth as an international defence business
John Howie, Babcock International’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, sat down with George Allison at #DSEI2025 to talk about the company’s future direction and global ambitions.
MOD details Naval Support Integrated Global Network
Ben Obese-Jecty MP pressed the Ministry of Defence on progress across the Naval Support Integrated Global Network (NSIGN) programme, covering support for ships, submarines, and naval bases.
Minister: No need to base Type 26 frigates in Scotland
SNP MP Dave Doogan questioned the Government on whether any of the Royal Navy’s new Type 26 anti-submarine warfare frigates, now also ordered by Norway, would be stationed in Scotland.
Next-generation AJAX IFV detailed at DSEI 2025
General Dynamics Land Systems–UK and Lockheed Martin UK have provided further details on the next-generation AJAX Infantry Fighting Vehicle following its unveiling at #DSEI2025.
