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
Committee warned on UK sub commitments to AUKUS
The Defence Committee has been told that short-term pressures on U.S. and UK submarine fleets could complicate the delivery of AUKUS commitments, particularly the planned Submarine Rotational Force-West in Australia.
NATO chief warns of age of confrontation at West Point
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte told cadets at the U.S. Military Academy West Point that the Alliance is entering an “age of confrontation” with Russia, China, North Korea and Iran.
UK paratroopers join multinational Exercise Falcon Leap
Seventy-seven British Army paratroopers from 16 Air Assault Brigade took part in Exercise Falcon Leap 2025 in the Netherlands, supported by Royal Air Force transport aircraft and instructors, the UK Defence Journal understands.
Russian bombers intercepted by U.S. jets near Alaska
The intercept involved two Tupolev Tu-95 strategic bombers and two Sukhoi Su-35 fighters.
Britain’s maritime revival explored
Britain’s maritime revival is gathering pace. In the latest edition of The Broadside, William Freer explores how recent shipbuilding exports and Royal Navy deployments signal a turning point for UK sea power.
Drone boat deploys towed array sonar autonomously
The Plymouth-built Oceanus12 uncrewed surface vessel became the first USV to autonomously launch and recover a thin-lined towed acoustic array.
Why Ferguson Marine could have bid for new ferry contract
Claims Ferguson Marine was too small to bid for the Northern Isles ferries are misleading, Paul Sweeney MSP argued, as the yard could utilise nearby infrastructure, a common practice in shipbuilding.
UK looking to secure Vietnam port services for Royal Navy
The Ministry of Defence has issued an early procurement notice outlining its intention to establish long-term port service support for Royal Navy vessels operating in and around Vietnam, the UK Defence Journal understands.
Harland & Wolff modernisation sees new robotic welding line
The modernisation of Belfast’s Harland & Wolff shipyard continues with the first Factory Acceptance Test of advanced robotic welding equipment for the UK’s Fleet Solid Support programme.
Royal Navy shadows Russian warship in UK waters
The Royal Navy has tracked two Russian vessels in UK waters during a three-day operation that formed part of wider NATO monitoring efforts in the North Atlantic.
