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
UK faces huge hurdle in Challenger 3 tank upgrades
In a recent session of the Defence Committee, a discussion unfolded regarding whether or not the UK has the capacity to upgrade enough Challenger 2 tanks to Challenger 3.
Update on the progress of the Ferguson ferries
Neil Gray, the Cabinet Secretary for Wellbeing Economy, Fair Work and Energy, has updated the Scottish Parliament on the new ferries being built at Port Glasgow.
Project Ark Royal – Plans for angled decks and drones
As part of Project Ark Royal, significant upgrades to the Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers would be undertaken.
The Royal Navy’s submarine readiness issue
The operational issues impacting the submarine fleet are primarily caused by a combination of manufacturing delays, inadequate infrastructure support, and a shortage of skilled engineering personnel.
New Protector drone flies in UK airspace for the first time
The Royal Air Force’s newest aircraft has taken its first flight in the UK.
Large ‘Mojave’ drone flies from British aircraft carrier
No drone of this size – capable of carrying four Hellfire missiles – has ever flown from an aircraft carrier outside the US Navy before.
MOD shifts to reporting ‘Readiness Days’ over ‘Sea Days’
Is the MoD's shift from reporting how many days a ship spent at sea to how many that ship could have spent at sea simply a PR move to avoid negative headlines?
Mothballed tankers costing millions per year
The upkeep of the laid-up tankers RFA Wave Knight and RFA Wave Ruler has cost £13 million since 2019.
The uncertain future of HMS Westminster
HMS Westminster, a Type 23 Frigate, appears all but officially scrapped.
Britain ‘one of few’ able to deploy carriers globally
The Defence Committee recently heard evidence on the operational readiness and challenges of the British Armed Forces.
