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
British ‘eggs in one basket’ with limited tank numbers
"We might be better off going for large numbers or larger numbers of less capable vehicles, because losses are inevitable", argued Lt. Col. Stuart Crawford on the latest episode of The OSINT Bunker podcast.
British helicopter lands on world’s largest warship
A Royal Navy Wildcat helicopter has become the first British aircraft to land on the world's largest warship, the USS Gerald R Ford, as detailed in recent tweets.
Third American nuclear sub visits Scotland in two weeks
HMNB Clyde near Glasgow, often called Faslane, has seen an influx of Amercan nuclear submarines conducting routine operations.
UK to sign major deal with BAE for new nuclear submarine class
Plans have surfaced indicating the Ministry of Defence's intent to soon contract BAE Systems for the 'Detailed Design and Long Lead Items' phase of a new class of British nuclear submarine.
Ferguson Marine shipyard eyes new orders
Alongside work on the Type 26 Frigate programme, the yard hopes to build support vessels and patrol craft.
British destroyer conducts exercises off Colombian coast
HMS Dauntless has been deployed to the Caribbean Sea to counter drug smuggling in collaboration with the US Coast Guard, while also providing support to British Overseas Territories during the region’s hurricane season from June to November.
Ferguson Marine banking on UK frigate work to fill capacity
David Tydeman, CEO of Ferguson Marine, expressed his hope to secure substantial work from the Royal Navy's Type 26 Frigate programme, potentially utilising over half the yard's capacity.
Submarine Dismantling Project on track
The mandate of the Submarine Dismantling Project is to prepare and safely dismantle the first defueled and decommissioned Royal Navy submarine in Rosyth by 2026.
Clyde infrastructure programme cost rises
The project aims to ensure the safe and secure operation of submarines, facilitate the arrival of the next-generation Ballistic Missile Submarines, and establish a single submarine centre of specialisation.
US approves Assault Amphibious Vehicle sale to Romania
The deal encompasses sixteen Assault Amphibious Vehicles (AAVs) and associated equipment, with a total estimated value of $120.5 million.
