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
Leonardo signs to restore Ukraine airspace infrastructure
Leonardo, Enav and the Ukrainian State Air Traffic Services Enterprise (UkSATSE) have signed a memorandum of cooperation to begin restoring Ukraine’s air traffic management system as part of a restoration and recovery plan.
Czech Republic orders Saab mobile air defence system
The deal includes mobile firing units based on the RBS 70 NG short-range missile system and Bolide missiles.
Essex man convicted for offering to spy for Russia
A 65-year-old man from Essex has been convicted under the National Security Act after offering to assist Russian intelligence agents in exchange for payment, according to the Metropolitan Police Counter Terrorism Command.
UK pledges £30m to support AI innovation in Glasgow
The investment includes sectors such as life sciences, artificial intelligence, engineering and medical technology.
RAF conducts air operations in Guam
A Royal Air Force A400M Atlas aircraft from the UK’s Air Mobility Force has deployed to Andersen Air Force Base in Guam to participate in Exercise Mobility Guardian, a U.S.-led multinational training initiative.
Leonardo announces acquisition of Swedish firm Axiomatics
Leonardo has confirmed the acquisition of Axiomatics AB, a Swedish cybersecurity company specialising in dynamic access control, as part of its ongoing effort to expand its presence in the European cybersecurity market.
UK and Australia sign treaty on nuke sub collaboration
The United Kingdom and Australia have signed a landmark treaty committing both nations to deep cooperation on nuclear-powered submarines over the next five decades.
NATO deputy chief outlines investment push
NATO’s Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska has set out the Alliance’s priorities for strengthening deterrence through rearmament, innovation and transatlantic unity, during a speech to the Association of the United States Army’s LANDEURO symposium in Wiesbaden.
UK-EU Defence partnership discussions continue
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed ongoing discussions with the European Union to implement the Security and Defence Partnership (SDP) announced in May, aimed at enhancing interoperability, mobility, and resilience across European and NATO-aligned defence structures.
British ‘spy plane’ gathers intel on Russian forces
A British RC-135 Rivet Joint, the RAF’s premier signals intelligence aircraft, has once again been deployed on a critical reconnaissance mission over the Black Sea.
