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
Submarine chief says subs are model for hybrid navy
Director Submarines Rear Admiral Andy Perks spoke at #CNE2026 to set out the Submarine Service's role in the Royal Navy's hybrid fleet plans.
All ten JEF nations sign up to British northern navies plan
All ten nations of the Joint Expeditionary Force have signed a statement of intent to develop a more integrated multinational force across the High North. #CNE2026
BAE and Thales expand ambitions for Herne XLAUV
BAE Systems and Thales say the Herne XLAUV is moving beyond prototype, with demos planned for 2027 as the companies position the platform for future hybrid fleet operations. #CNE2026
Britain’s Martlet missile reaches full capability on Wildcat
In service on Wildcat since 2020, Martlet has undergone extensive trials to broaden its capability beyond its original design parameters.
HII showcases REMUS and ROMULUS at CNE
HII is showcased its REMUS and ROMULUS at #CNE2026, marking 25 years of the REMUS UUV family and highlighting its role in the Royal Navy's hybrid fleet through the Babcock ARMOR Force partnership.
Beehive may be another Dreadnought moment
The Royal Navy officer running Project Beehive will tell you he doesn't know where autonomous surface warfare is heading, that this uncertainty is itself the strategy, and that we are living through another Dreadnought moment.
Russian jet dangerously close to British military aircraft
An RAF Rivet Joint surveillance aircraft was repeatedly and dangerously intercepted by two Russian jets over the Black Sea last month, with one pass bringing a Russian jet within six metres of the British aircraft's nose.
BMT sets out how hybrid navy will transform command at sea
BMT has published a paper at #CNE2026 arguing that the shift to a hybrid navy will change command at sea more fundamentally than any development since Admiral Fisher's reforms.
Primes say supply chain must change at DPRTE Scotland
Prime contractors told a packed room at #DPRTE Scotland that the supply chain system must also change from their end.
Primes pledge to open doors for Scottish SMEs at DPRTE
Leonardo, Thales and the MoD told Scottish SMEs at #DPRTE how they plan to open up defence supply chains.
