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 planning to sink target ship off coast of Scotland
The UK and US are planning a major live-fire 'SINKEX' off Scotland in May 2026 alongside testing of undersea drones for battle damage assessment during #AtlanticThunder26.
Japan to deploy F-15s to UK in historic first
Japan will deploy F-15J fighters to Europe and the UK for the first time, marking a major step in defence cooperation between Tokyo and London, the UK Defence Journal understands.
British aircraft carrier arrives in Japan for historic visit
The Royal Navy’s flagship HMS Prince of Wales has arrived in Tokyo, leading the UK Carrier Strike Group into Japan’s capital for what the service described as a historic port visit.
British Atlas aircraft to get new system to drop boats
IrvinGQ has been awarded a £25m contract to supply an advanced aerial delivery system for the RAF’s Atlas A400M transport aircraft.
Britain launches Project ‘NIGHTFALL’ for ballistic missile
The UK has formally revealed its intention to pursue a new ground-launched tactical ballistic missile under Project NIGHTFALL.
U.S. aircraft with advanced radar intercepted over Black Sea
A U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft was intercepted by a Russian fighter over the Black Sea today, with footage circulating online showing the aircraft’s AN/APS-154 Advanced Airborne Sensor.
U.S. forces hit Islamic State financier in Syria raid
U.S. Central Command has confirmed that its forces carried out a raid in northern Syria killing what it described as a senior Islamic State member and key financier.
NATO chief hails Rheinmetall factory as European rearmament
Speaking at the opening of Rheinmetall’s new artillery plant, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte warned that Europe and North America face an era of long-term confrontation with Russia and China – and must answer with cash, capabilities, and industry.
Why shipbuilding needs yards like Ferguson Marine
The Port Glasgow yard embodies a broader truth: without a distributed network of regional shipyards, Britain risks the very skills that make national shipbuilding possible.
International warships set to visit DSEI 2025 in London
DSEI UK has confirmed that four visiting warships will dock in London this September, with live demonstrations of autonomous and manned craft.
