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
Step inside the Royal Navy’s Devonport base this summer
The Royal Navy and Babcock International are inviting the public for an extraordinary look behind the scenes of one of the UK’s most strategically important defence sites — HM Naval Base Devonport. Get your tickets here!
Reduced trust in U.S. not halting defence industry ties—Yet
Despite growing concerns over political uncertainty in Washington, defence industry cooperation between the U.S. and Europe continues, experts said at a recent CEPA press briefing.
NATO needs a ‘factory reset’ as US urges allies to do more
Labour MP Calvin Bailey has warned that NATO must fundamentally shift its mindset and accelerate defence industrial mobilisation, following a Defence Select Committee visit to Washington.
British Carrier Strike Group enters Red Sea
Just before noon today, the UK Carrier Strike Group entered the Red Sea, marking a milestone in the early phase of Operation Highmast — Britain’s largest naval deployment in recent years.
BMT and BAE partner for Anzac sustainment bid
BMT has entered into an exclusive partnership with BAE Systems Australia to compete for the sustainment of the Royal Australian Navy’s Anzac-class frigates under the Commonwealth’s open tender process.
New Defence Industrial Council to meet in June
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the newly established Defence Industrial Joint Council (DIJC) will hold its first meeting in June 2025, replacing the Defence Suppliers Forum (DSF) as the UK’s main strategic body for engagement with the defence industry.
British firepower deployed to Finland in show of strength
Hundreds of British troops, Apache helicopters, and rocket systems have been deployed to Finland as part of a major NATO exercise, marking a significant show of allied firepower on the alliance’s eastern flank.
RAF explains what ‘7700’ alerts really mean for aircraft
If you spot a 7700 squawk next time you’re checking FlightRadar, take a breath. It’s most likely a routine precaution—and another sign that RAF personnel are doing their job to the highest standard.
L3Harris and Airbus integrate systems on new helicopter drone
Airbus U.S. Space & Defense and L3Harris Technologies have announced a strategic partnership to advance the development of the MQ-72C Logistics Connector, an unmanned variant of the UH-72 Lakota helicopter.
Leonardo partners with Faculty AI to accelerate defence tech
Leonardo UK has announced a strategic partnership with London-based AI specialist Faculty, aimed at integrating advanced artificial intelligence into next-generation defence capabilities.
