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
Government sees ‘opportunity to do more’ at Inchgreen
The Government believes there is scope to do more with Inchgreen dry dock after the Chancellor allocated £20 million to the Inverclyde facility, one of the largest dry docks in the UK.
Faslane set to become ‘Scotland’s biggest building site’
Faslane will likely be Scotland's biggest building site over the next decade as £15.1bn readies the base for Dreadnought and SSN-AUKUS, with much of the work restricted to UK eyes only, Defence Minister Luke Pollard says.
Type 26 build slot allocation still being worked out
The allocation of individual Type 26 build slots between the Royal Navy and the Royal Norwegian Navy has yet to be settled, with detailed production scheduling continuing to be developed.
MoD buys Finnart oil terminal to boost Navy fuel reserves
The Ministry of Defence has completed the purchase of the Finnart Oil Terminal on Loch Long, a multi-million-pound acquisition that expands the Royal Navy's sovereign fuel-holding capacity.
BAE signs Polish deal towards local armoured vehicle build
A memorandum with WZM and HCP opens the door to producing the M88A2 recovery vehicle in Poland, building on last year's sustainment licence.
Anduril’s FQ-44 drone fighter moves into production
The U.S. Air Force has selected Anduril for the production phase of its Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, with the company set to deliver an initial batch of production FQ-44 semi-autonomous fighter aircraft.
Balaena pitches yards for new UK-Dutch amphibious ships
Shipbuilder Balaena has welcomed the decision by the United Kingdom and the Netherlands to jointly procure a new class of amphibious transport ships under a £2.4 billion programme.
Type 45 Destroyer may get life extension after all
Officials had said the destroyers would retire without life extension. A written answer now says transition planning will determine whether one happens.
Scottish shipyards likely to benefit from new warship work
It is understood that Scottish shipyards are likely to benefit from "a substantial and exciting opportunity" to build new combat vessels and drone warships.
UK awards Europe’s first low-cost drone interceptor deals
Three British SMEs will develop low-cost air defence effectors under a five-nation programme, with the UK the first partner to put suppliers on contract.
