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
British carrier unable to deploy due to ‘mechnical issue’
HMS Queen Elizabeth, originally due to sail tonight, will now not deploy due to a mechanical issue identified in the ships starboard propeller shaft.
500 support vehicles rapidly procured for British Army
Under a £282 million contract, Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles will deliver 500 multipurpose trucks that will allow personnel to load flat racks onto the platform, which can carry essential logistics.
Fresh delays hit Scottish ferries
Ferguson Marine announces further delays for ferries Glen Sannox and Glen Rosa.
Huge £1.85bn contract awarded to maintain Royal Navy sonars
A new contract – worth nearly £2 billion - will ensure the long-term availability and resilience of critical assets used by Royal Navy ships and submarines over the next 15 years.
Aircraft carrier to visit Scotland
HMS Queen Elizabeth will shortly arrive in Scotland to load up on ammunition ahead of a major NATO deployment.
MOD confirms when Type 45 Destroyers will leave service
"On current plans, the last Type 45 Destroyer will retire from service by the end of 2038."
MOD confirms Sea Viper upgrade initial operating date
The initial operational readiness of the upgraded Sea Viper missile system on the Type 45 Destroyers is expected in February 2028.
MOD pays £2.54m for St Kilda lease since 2003
The current 25-year lease between the MOD and NTS began in 2003 at a fixed rent of £100,000 per annum plus VAT.
Rolls-Royce opens new mtu overhaul facility in America
Rolls-Royce has officially opened a new Remanufacturing and Overhaul Center at its mtu Aiken campus in South Carolina.
Type 83 Destroyer to enter service in ‘late 2030s’
The Type 83 Destroyer is expected to enter service towards the end of the 2030s
