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
UK to build surveillance aircraft for America in new deal
The Ministry of Defence has announced that Britain will help build military aircraft for the United States for the first time in more than fifty years, under a new contract with Boeing.
Babcock, BAE Bofors align on Type 31 naval gun support
Babcock International and BAE Systems Bofors have signed a memorandum of understanding to provide long-term support for the Royal Navy’s Bofors naval gun systems, both firms announced.
Lithuania’s Granta unveils X-WING loitering munition
Lithuanian drone company Granta Autonomy has revealed its new X-WING loitering munition system, designed to combine vertical take-off with fixed-wing endurance, the company stated.
An insider look at Britain’s biggest arms show, DSEI
DSEI 2025 showed impressive organisation and scale, while also reflecting the challenges in Britain’s defence sector.
Britain says Typhoon will remain backbone of air power
The Ministry of Defence has reaffirmed that the Eurofighter Typhoon will continue to underpin Britain’s combat air capabilities well into the 2040s, bridging the gap until the arrival of the Tempest next-generation fighter.
BAE Systems delivers BvS10s to Sweden, Germany and UK
The first three BvS10 armoured all-terrain vehicles have been handed over to Sweden, Germany and the United Kingdom under the Collaborative All-Terrain Vehicle (CATV) programme, BAE Systems confirmed.
Capita’s Richard Holroyd on AI in Defence and Beyond
Capita’s Public Services chief Richard Holroyd outlined how the firm is transforming into a tech-capable integrator, using AI, simulation and process redesign to speed training, recruiting timelines and modernise public services while keeping humans in the decision loop.
UK details anti-drone unit support for police events
While some details were withheld for security reasons, the MoD listed several deployments in support of UK police forces.
UK signals deeper European defence industrial cooperation
Defence Minister Luke Pollard set out the government’s position on strengthening the UK and European defence industrial base, highlighting both collaboration with allies and resilience at home.
Plans to boost UK drone capability
On 9 September, Edward Morello MP asked the Ministry of Defence what steps were being taken to improve Britain’s domestic capability in drone technology production.
