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
New Ajax IFV variant unveiled at DSEI 2025
General Dynamics Land Systems–UK, working with Lockheed Martin, has unveiled a new Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) variant of Ajax at DSEI 2025 in London.
Hanwha pitches deep strike and autonomy at DSEI 2025
South Korea’s Hanwha has used #DSEI2025 in London to present itself as a “multi-domestic” partner for European and allied militaries, pitching its portfolio as a solution to urgent capability gaps while offering industrial collaboration.
UK issues assurances over Type 31 Frigate project
The Ministry of Defence has sought to reassure Parliament over the progress of the Type 31 frigate programme after a series of written questions by Mark Francois MP.
MoD to release annual safety statistics for Clyde base
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed it will begin publishing annual statistics on nuclear safety incidents at HM Naval Base Clyde as part of an effort to increase transparency.
Ayr skies roar to life at Festival of Flight 2025
The International Ayr Show – Festival of Flight drew huge crowds to Ayr’s Low Green, where a UK Defence Journal team member documented the atmosphere through a set of striking photographs.
Moog brings reconfigurable weapons turret to DSEI 2025
Moog is using #DSEI2025 to push its Reconfigurable Integrated-weapons Platform (RIwP) as a flexible solution for British Army requirements ranging from counter-drone to anti-armour missions.
Robin Radar unveils Shahed detection upgrade for Ukraine
Robin Radar Systems has unveiled what it calls a breakthrough upgrade to its IRIS counter-drone radar, extending detection range from 5km to 12km. #DSEI2025
Obese-Jecty warns UK drone strategy risks falling behind
Conservative MP Ben Obese-Jecty has delivered a stark warning that Britain’s approach to drones may fall short of the pace set by conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, telling Westminster Hall that "the nature of warfare has changed".
Carns warns drones mark ‘machine gun moment’ for UK forces
Veterans Minister Al Carns told MPs that uncrewed systems have transformed modern warfare as profoundly as the machine gun or the Dreadnought, warning Britain must lead this revolution or risk falling behind.
UK gives details on Type 83 and missile ship fleet plans
Defence Minister Luke Pollard has outlined new details on the Royal Navy’s Future Air Dominance System. The plan centres on the Type 83 destroyer and uncrewed Type 91 'Missile Ship', with service entry expected from the mid-2030s.
