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
Scottish Government to purchase seven new ferries
The estimated cost for Phase 1 of the Small Vessels Replacement Programme is around £175 million, covering the seven new vessels, port improvements, and shore power upgrades.
New nuclear submarines to create thousands of UK jobs
The AUKUS submarine programme is expected to generate 7,000 additional jobs in Britain, with over 21,000 people working on the SSN-AUKUS programmes at its peak.
Britain launches ‘root and branch review’ of armed forces
"Hollowed-out armed forces, procurement waste and neglected morale cannot continue."
UK Commando forces practice raiding in Baltic Sea
539 Raiding Squadron of the 47 Commando Royal Marines has been conducting extensive training exercises in the Baltic Sea as part of Exercise Baltic Phoenix, operating from RFA Mounts Bay,
Blocks lifted into place for new Type 31 Frigate HMS Active
Two major blocks, integral parts of the ship, were successfully lifted and turned in preparation for integration at the Venturer Building in Rosyth.
U.S. carrier group fires over 770 weapons against Houthis
The Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group launched 155 standard missiles, 135 Tomahawk Land Attack Missiles, and 420 air-to-surface weapons during an historic nine-month combat deployment.
UK receives additional Archers to boost artillery capability
The UK has received 10 additional Archer howitzer artillery systems from Sweden, further enhancing its artillery capabilities.
Phoenix Rises – 809 Naval Air Squadron in first F-35 flight
809 Naval Air Squadron has completed its first operational sortie with the F-35B Lightning stealth fighter, piloted, maintained, dispatched, and recovered entirely by its own personnel.
UK to ‘rebuild forces’ after military ‘hollowed out’ by cuts
The defence review will aim to rebuild the "hollowed out" armed forces, addressing the significant reduction in troop numbers and enhancing military readiness.
BAE secures contracts to modernise comms for South Korea
BAE Systems in the US has been awarded contracts totalling £84 million to supply South Korea with advanced communication systems, according to a press release.
