Analytical Staff

Thomas Frebairn
 
Industry Analyst
Education: MLitt, Middle East, Caucasus and Central Asian Security Studies, University of St. Andrews; BA, Modern History & International Relations, University of St. Andrews

Tom is a dedicated defense analyst with a background in security and International Relations. He earned both his bachelor's and master’s degrees from the University of St. Andrews in Fife, Scotland, specializing in Middle Eastern politics and counterterrorism. Tom began his career as an editor and analyst for Military Periscope, focusing on naval vessels, before transitioning to his current role as an FI Industry Analyst. His expertise includes warships, undersea warfare, and the global naval industry.

A regular contributor to the Defense & Security Monitor, Tom also manages FI’s In Our Sights weekly newsletter. His professional interests include geopolitical and maritime security, energy, and developments in the naval-industrial complex.