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
NATO jets intercept armed Russian bomber over Baltic
Swedish Air Force fighter jets were scrambled after Russian long-range aircraft approached NATO airspace during a patrol over the Baltic Sea.
MOD launches new office to boost defence work for SMEs
The Defence Office for Small Business Growth has been established to help small and medium-sized firms bid for and win defence contracts.
Canada begins build of destroyer test site in Nova Scotia
Canada has begun construction of a new land based test facility intended to support the introduction of the Royal Canadian Navy’s future River class destroyers.
Kongsberg joins bid for Norway new navy vessel fleet
Kongsberg Maritime has confirmed it is taking part in the prequalification phase of Norway's competition to develop a new class of standardised naval vessels for the Royal Norwegian Navy.
Damen LST 100 chosen for US Navy landing ship plan
Damen Shipyards Group has confirmed that its Landing Ship Transport 100 design has been selected by the US Navy as the basis for its new Landing Ship Medium programme.
Scottish ministers eye Inchgreen revival for marine jobs
The Scottish Government has said it is actively engaging with industry on the future redevelopment of Inverclyde's Inchgreen Marine Park, citing potential growth across shipbuilding, vessel repair, freight and maritime tourism.
Fleet Solid Support ship construction begins in Spain
Construction of the Fleet Solid Support ships is under way in Cádiz, with further work set to start shortly in Belfast and Appledore.
Royal Navy launches drive to speed up submarine maintenance
The Royal Navy has begun a major effort to accelerate submarine maintenance, with senior leadership warning that throughput must improve rapidly to meet future operational demands.
Pressure grows on Scottish Government to build ships at home
The Scottish Government is facing renewed pressure to use national security provisions within UK subsidy law to support domestic shipbuilding, following a new parliamentary question tabled by Paul Sweeney MSP, the UK Defence Journal understands.
NATO commander hails Nordic military power in the Arctic
NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe has highlighted the growing impact of Sweden and Finland on Alliance northern posture, describing their capabilities as a major enhancement to Arctic readiness.
