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
Typhoon jets to head to Arctic for secret escort mission
EXCLUSIVE - The UK Defence Journal understands that Typhoon jets will be deploying to the Arctic in a few weeks for what is intended to be a secret escort mission involving a cargo aircraft.
UK told to leverage alliances to boost Indo-Pacific role
A new paper from the Council on Geostrategy argues that Britain can expand its long term influence in the Indo-Pacific by using its alliances, training strengths and regulatory expertise, the organisation stated.
UK names new director general for commercial and industry
The National Armaments Director Group has appointed Jim Carter as its permanent Director General for Commercial and Industry after an external competition.
NATO Deputy Secretary General visits Kyiv
NATO’s Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska met senior Ukrainian leaders during a two day visit to Kyiv on 24 and 25 November, according to the organisation.
UK Carrier Group ends eight-month Indo-Pacific mission
The UK’s 2025 Carrier Strike Group (CSG) returns home this weekend after an eight-month deployment across the Indo-Pacific, wrapping up Operation Highmast.
Rebuilding skills and culture inside Ferguson Marine
In the final item in our three part series on Ferguson Marine, CEO Graeme Thomson spoke about the people inside the yard, the skills he wants to rebuild and the cultural shift he sees as essential to long term stability.
MOD looking at ‘various sites’ for sub dismantling project
The Ministry of Defence is actively considering multiple locations for the UK’s permanent submarine dismantling and disposal capability.
Leonardo shows Michelangelo, an AI missile shield for Europe
Leonardo’s Michelangelo Dome aims to build an AI supported kill web across Europe’s militaries, turning disparate platforms into a connected defence against massed and fast moving attacks.
More now joining than leaving British armed forces
Statistics show a long awaited shift in personnel trends, with more people joining the UK’s Regular Armed Forces over the most recent 12 month period than leaving.
Ferguson Marine’s new industrial direction
In an exclusive interview, the new chief of Ferguson Marine told us that the yard’s new direction involves deepening its defence partnerships, targeting a defined commercial segment under 100 metres, and upgrading its systems so it can secure steadier work.
