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
Ship boarded off coast of Somalia
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has issued an urgent warning following an incident involving the boarding of a merchant vessel by armed individuals.
Images show massive new Chinese aircraft carrier
A key feature of the carrier is its electromagnetic catapult system, which distinguishes it from earlier Chinese carriers that employed ski-jump launch.
British surveillance aircraft deploys to monitor Russian forces
A British RC-135 ‘Rivet Joint’, an electronic surveillance aircraft, has conducted a patrol over the Baltic states.
Would shipbuilding continue in Scotland if it left the UK?
If Scotland became independent, the country would not be able to build warships for the UK.
Secretive X-37B ‘Space plane’ launches on seventh mission
The U.S. Air Force's uncrewed X-37B 'space plane' has now launched on seven clandestine missions to date, the payloads remaining secret.
Turkey blocks passage of two former British ships to Ukraine
"The mine-hunting ships donated to Ukraine by the United Kingdom will not be allowed to pass through the Turkish Straits to the Black Sea as long as the war continues."
British naval vessel delivers Gaza aid
The first UK maritime shipment of aid for Gaza has arrived in Egypt, carrying almost 90 tonnes of thermal blankets and other essential items.
Russian media urges Putin to attack British warship
Russian media has issued threats against Type 45 Destroyer HMS Diamond.
Britain ‘will not hesitate’ to take action in Red Sea
Britain plans to coordinate with Western allies, including the United States and possibly another European nation, to execute targeted missile strikes.
Spain orders 16 C295 Maritime Patrol and Surveillance aircraft
The Spanish Ministry of Defence has ordered 16 Airbus C295 aircraft in Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) configuration and Maritime Surveillance Aircraft (MSA) configuration.
