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
MoD awards contracts for Merlin life extension assessment
The assessment phase contract is designed to evaluate how the Royal Navy’s Merlin helicopter fleet can remain operational until 2040
Royal Navy strikes £550m blow to cocaine trade
HMS Trent has successfully seized cocaine with a street value of over £40 million in the Caribbean Sea, marking its sixth drug interception this year.
Israel launches airstrikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon
This morning, Israeli forces carried out a series of airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, in what Israeli officials described as a pre-emptive action to prevent an imminent attack by the militant group.
NATO praises Finland’s military might and capabilities
NATO spoke of Finland's "impressive wartime strength of 280K military personnel," along with its "strong artillery capabilities, a modern fighter jet fleet, and powerful mine hunting capabilities at sea."
Interim report released on Biter sinking tragedy
The Marine Accident Investigation Branch has released an interim report on the tragic capsize and sinking of the tug Biter on 24 February 2023, off Greenock, Scotland.
Rare drone image captures Ukrainian S-300 SAM in action
A recently released drone image provides a rare view of a Ukrainian Air Force S-300PT long-range surface-to-air missile battery actively engaging an air target.
Drone monitors Russian border with Europe in 24-Hour mission
A U.S. Air Force RQ-4 Global Hawk drone completed an extensive nearly 24-hour reconnaissance mission, monitoring almost the entire length of Russia’s western border with Europe.
MP backs jail for activists in Glasgow arms factory damage
MP Luke Akehurst has expressed his support for the sentences imposed on five pro-Palestinian activists who caused over £1 million in damage during a protest at a defence firm in Glasgow.
MOD issues tender for military vehicle component repairs
This contract, which has an estimated value between £7 million and £12 million, is set to last five years, with an option for an additional two years, potentially making it a seven-year agreement.
Ex-Army Chief warns of UK’s ‘weak’ missile defence
The former head of the British Army, General Sir Patrick Sanders. expressed concern over the UK's capacity to defend itself against aerial attacks, describing current capabilities as "weak".
