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
Japan cleared to purchase 400 Tomahawk cruise missiles
The US State Department has approved the potential sale of hundreds of Raytheon-made Tomahawk missiles to Japan for $2.4 billion.
Britain’s armed forces equipment by the numbers
The latest annual report on the UK armed forces' equipment and formations presents a comprehensive overview of the land, maritime, and air capabilities of the UK.
Huge drop in ‘Militarily Useful’ British vessels
The fall in the number of 'militarily useful' British vessels from 841 in 2009 to 495 in 2023 represents a 41% decrease.
British defence exports surge in 2022
In a turnaround from previous years, UK defence exports saw a significant surge in 2022, reaching £11.2 billion.
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.
