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
BAE to modernise American destroyer
BAE Systems has been awarded a contract by the United States Navy to undertake major modernisation work on the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen at the Jacksonville Ship Repair yard.
Commando force looking to purchase floating docks
The overall procurement is described as the supply of eight Harbour Hoist Dock Systems and the installation of those eight Harbour Hoist Dock Systems
Britain’s ‘New Medium Helicopter’ project continuing
The New Medium Helicopter (NMH) programme is an initiative by the British military to acquire a modern medium-lift support helicopter, which will serve as a replacement for several existing aircraft currently in operation by the Royal Air Force and British Army.
Britain’s latest delivery of arms to Ukraine revealed
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace recently made a statement to the UK Parliament updating the country on the UK's continued programme of military aid to Ukraine, including the supply of drones, missiles, tanks and artillery.
Canada to purchase F-35 jets
This procurement includes 88 F-35A fighters, a sustainment solution tailored to meet Canada's sovereign requirements, and a comprehensive training programme.
Britain considering expanding tank fleet
A review will assess whether the experiences of Ukraine necessitate an expansion of the tank fleet.
Cancelling the Type 32 Frigate would be ‘national self harm’
Rumours that the UK Government might cancel the Type 32 Frigates, not to be confused with the in-build Type 26 and Type 31 vessels already underway in Scotland, have been described as "an act of national self harm".
Britain confirms plans to give Challenger 2 tanks to Ukraine
During a recent call, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed the United Kingdom's commitment to providing increased support to Ukraine.
British warship shadowing Russian frigate in North Sea
HMS Portland is keeping a close eye on Russian frigate Admiral Gorshkov and accompanying tanker Kama as the pair make their way through international waters in the North Sea.
Germany to head up NATO’s high readiness force
The Very High Readiness Joint Task Force (VJTF) was created in 2014 as part of a strengthened NATO response following Russia's annexation of Crimea.
