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
Swiftsure submarine dismantling on track for 2026
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the dismantling of the former Royal Navy submarine Swiftsure remains on schedule for completion by the end of 2026, as part of the UK’s Submarine Dismantling Programme.
Lockheed and Rheinmetall to establish Euro missile centre
The centre of excellence is expected to support European nations in building out their missile stockpiles and long-range strike capabilities.
British, Italian carriers team up to ‘send strong message’
Two aircraft carriers, 21 warships, three submarines, 41 fast jets, 19 helicopters, ten patrol aircraft and more than 8,000 personnel "sends a strong message" says the Royal Navy's Commodore Blackmore.
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Scots soldiers train in Hawaii with US and Indonesian Forces
Troops from the 3rd Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland (3 SCOTS), have taken part in a major multinational exercise in Hawaii.
U.S. warship commander hails Scotland as ‘majestic’
"I can think of no better opportunity than an initial stop in Scotland to see and experience this majestic country."
MOD completes £98.5m Longtown defence storage facility
The Ministry of Defence has officially taken ownership of its new £98.5 million Longtown Defence Storage Facility (LDSF) in Cumbria, a state-of-the-art warehouse that significantly boosts the UK’s defence readiness and supply chain resilience.
Britain’s new EW drone has combat experience built in
"It doesn’t get tougher than that! - Britain’s new StormShroud drone, built by Tekever and Leonardo, draws on 10,000+ combat hours to jam, deceive, and survive in contested airspace.
MOD awards contract for E-7 Wedgetail trainer support
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a £4.5 million contract to Plexsys Interface Products UK Ltd to deliver sustainment services for the E-7 Mission Crew Trainer at RAF Lossiemouth.
Britain’s new StormShroud drones to jam enemy radars
The Royal Air Force's new autonomous drones, dubbed StormShroud, will be fitted with Leonardo’s cutting-edge BriteStorm electronic warfare payload, enhancing the UK’s ability to suppress and deceive enemy air defences.
