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George Allison

George Allison
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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

Skills at the heart of shipbuilding future, says Pollard

Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry Luke Pollard used his first visit to the Clyde in his new role to underline the importance of skills to regenrate the defence industry and encourage exports.

UK ready to equip allies with advanced warships

Defence Minister Luke Pollard told the UK Defence Journal that allies around the world are keen on a defence industrial partnership with the UK to purchase high-end British military equipment.

Rosyth shipbuilder cites naval growth and steady earnings

Babcock International has reported a positive start to the financial year, with trading across its businesses described as “encouraging” in a trading update released ahead of its Annual General Meeting.

Scottish Government launches project to boost AI adoption

The Scottish Government has announced a new initiative to help small and medium-sized businesses harness the potential of artificial intelligence.

U.S. launches multiple Trident nuclear missiles in test

The U.S. Navy has successfully carried out four launches of unarmed Trident II D5 missiles at sea.

Sweeney calls for long-term Scottish shipbuilding strategy

Scottish Labour MSP Paul Sweeney has urged the development of a long-term strategy to sustain shipbuilding in Scotland, warning against the “feast and famine” cycles that have historically plagued the industry.

Scottish Government eyes Chinese shipyards for ferries

Two new large Scottish island freight ferries are likely to be built overseas, with Turkish and Chinese shipyards shortlisted for the £200 million project.

Scotland’s Defence Future deserves wide attention

Scotland’s Defence Future is a rare example of serious, in-depth journalism on defence and security.

BAE, QinetiQ test crewed-uncrewed teaming in synthetic trial

BAE Systems and QinetiQ have completed synthetic trials exploring how uncrewed aircraft could operate alongside Typhoon fighters to generate combat mass at lower cost, the firms announced.

Saab to lead NATO underwater battlespace project

Saab has been chosen to lead NATO’s new Allied Underwater Battlespace Mission Network (AUWB-MN) programme, a major step in integrating crewed and uncrewed maritime systems across the Alliance.