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
New British naval drones in testing for Ukraine
The Ministry of Defence is putting two newly developed uncrewed maritime systems—Snapper and Wasp—through final testing.
During a Written Question session on 30 January 2025,...
I went onboard a Swedish warship patrolling the Baltic Sea
With a low mist hanging over the calm waters of the Baltic Sea, I boarded HMS Carlskrona, a Swedish Navy warship now operating under NATO command as part of Operation Baltic Sentry.
New British Gravehawk system producton ramps up for Ukraine
The Gravehawk system, a recently developed air defence project jointly funded by the UK and Denmark, has entered its final testing phase.
NATO warns saboteurs in Baltic Sea will be caught
"We’re here, we’re going to see you doing this, stop it" warned Commodore Arjen Warnaar, Commander of SNMG1, onboard Swedish warship Carlskrona.
Britain to boost cyber warfare capabilities
The Ministry of Defence is seeking to boost British cyber warfare capabilities through expanded recruitment and training programmes.
MD confirms over 30,000 Afghans relocated in UK
The Ministry of Defence has reiterated its commitment to resettling eligible Afghans who supported British forces.
MoD tight-lipped on second undersea surveillance ship
The Government has shed some light on ongoing plans for a second vessel to support RFA Proteus in safeguarding the UK’s undersea telecommunications network.
Nuclear submarine work bringing more jobs to Glasgow
The Ministry of Defence’s Unity contract with Rolls-Royce is expected to create at least 200 new jobs in Cardiff and Glasgow.
Revitalising UK maritime industries crucial for growth
A new report from Dr Emma Salisbury at the Council on Geostrategy highlights the urgent need for revitalising Britain’s maritime industries to drive growth.
British Army’s ‘triple lethality’ goal reconfirmed
The Army’s goal broadly encompasses a push toward modernisation, which could involve enhanced precision weaponry and digital integration. However, without concrete benchmarks, it is uncertain how success will be measured.
