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
Scotland loses out to Ruritania on UK shipbuilding contracts
It has emerged this morning that work promised to Scotland will instead go to Ruritania after Zenda Industries won a contract to build frigates.
New Frigate to temporarily assume ferry duties for Scottish islands
HMS Glasgow, currently being built on the Clyde, is to be used to ferry passengers between Scottish islands after a request from the Scottish Government due to delays with the ferries being built at Port Glasgow.
Best of British – AJAX Armoured Vehicles Destined for Russia!
In what may be seen as the very best of British ingenuity, the MoD has decided to sell the AJAX vehicles to Russia, in an attempt to assist Ukraine indirectly in their ongoing conflict.
Red Arrows begin ‘Blue Arrows’ makeover thanks to funding
After successfully attracting funding from Pepsi, the famous Red Arrows are to be painted Blue.
Nuclear missile launch facility to open in Glasgow
As part of an effort to boost the Scottish economy, the UK Government have announced that a new nuclear missile launch silo will be opened in Cambuslang, Glasgow.
HMS Belfast to be reactivated for patrol work
HMS Belfast, a Second World War cruiser turned museum ship, is to be reactivated this month and renamed after the current Prime Minister. The vessel will patrol the English Channel as part of efforts to increase Britain's global image.
British Army conducts jungle warfare training in Thailand
120 Grenadier Guards have taken part in a jungle warfare Exercise in Thailand alongside the Thai Armed Forces.
U.S. Air Force select BAE for radio modernisation
The U.S. Air Force has selected BAE Systems to provide software-defined radios for its 'Airborne High-Frequency Radio Modernization' (AHFRM) programme.
BAE bids for production of U.S. Army CATV project
BAE Systems is offering the Beowulf all-terrain vehicle for the U.S. Army’s Cold Weather All-Terrain Vehicle (CATV) programme.
BAE taking on additional 400 people to build Clyde warships
BAE Systems is looking for more than 400 skilled tradespeople to join their workforce in Glasgow as the Type 26 frigate programme gains momentum.
