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
Images show huge new British warship ahead of sea trials
New images of HMS Glasgow show the Royal Navy's first Type 26 frigate taking shape on the Clyde as the 8,000-tonne warship moves closer to sea trials.
Scotland sends 280 tonnes of anti-drone nets to Ukraine
More than 280 tonnes of used fishing nets from Scotland will be sent to Ukraine to help counter Russian drone attacks, the Scottish Government has announced.
First Minister visits Babcock frigate yard at Rosyth
John Swinney, the First Minister of Scotland, has visited Babcock's Rosyth yard to see first hand how work on the Royal Navy Type 31 frigates is progressing and to underline the importance of naval shipbuilding to Scotland's economy.
Trial helps accelerate next gen atomic clock for UK military
A trial led by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has supported the development of next-generation atomic clock tech.
L3Harris wins major submarine comms contract
L3Harris Technologies has secured its largest full-rate production contract for U.S. Navy submarine communications systems.
American and Estonian divers train under ice in Baltic
U.S. Navy Seabee divers and Estonian counterparts have conducted ice diving and underwater demolition training in Estonia.
NATO launches drone-based deep strike capability
NATO Allies have agreed a new multinational initiative to develop drone-based deep precision strike capabilities, as part of a wider package of cooperative programmes aimed at strengthening deterrence and defence, the alliance stated.
Naval vessel RFA Argus to be scrapped
RFA Argus will depart HMNB Portsmouth on 23 February for the final time, bringing more than four decades of service with the Royal Fleet Auxiliary to a close, the Royal Navy has confirmed.
America targets 2026 milestone for new nuclear missile
The U.S. Air Force has confirmed that the restructuring of the LGM-35A Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile programme is expected to be completed by the end of 2026, with initial operational capability targeted for the early 2030s.
16 Air Assault demos AI-enabled air manoeuvre strike
The British Army 16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team has showcased AI-enabled recce-strike capabilities during a visit by the Chief of the General Staff, highlighting how the UK high-readiness force is integrating new tech to reinforce NATO at short notice.
