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
British carrier deploys for trials with combat drones
HMS Prince of Wales will "make history" with, F-35s combat dronesand re-supply drones flying from the aircraft carrier.
U.S. Army awards Airbus $27.8m for helicopter tech upgrades
The U.S. Army has granted a $27.8 million contract to Airbus to modernise helicopters used by the Army National Guard's Security & Support Battalion.
The renaissance of naval shipbuilding in Scotland
The level of capital investment in Scotland's shipyards is at the greatest level since the 1960s, it's booming. Challenges, however, remain.
British forces track Russian warships near UK
HMS Tyne, HMS Portland and P8 Poseidon aircraft from RAF Lossiemouth reported on the movements of the Russian Navy in the English Channel, North Sea and North Atlantic.
Harland & Wolff unveils plan for new Isles of Scilly ferries
The Belfast based company has spent the last three years perfecting the design and cost models for these vessels and has now formally decided to apply for levelling-up funding from the UK government.
Grant Shapps appointed as new Defence Secretary
Grant Shapps will assume the role of the United Kingdom's new Secretary of State for Defence.
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace resigns
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has stepped down from his role, bringing his four-year stint as one of the most crucial figures in the UK government to an end.
Russia being ‘pounded’ by drones
This marks the largest attack on Russia since the start of the conflict started.
New Scottish ferry named
The sister vessel to MV Glen Sannox will be named MV Glen Rosa following a landslide win in a public vote.
UK second largest partner in Ukraine’s fight against Russia
Since Russia's invasion in 2022, the global response has been profound. The UK, as the second-largest donor after the US, has significantly amped up its military assistance to Ukraine.
