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
Greece looking to purchase Assault Amphibious Vehicles
The sale includes 63 AAVP-7A1, 9 AAVC-7A1, and 4 AAVR-7A1 Assault Amphibious Vehicles.
Watch as Ukrainian artillery crews train on AS90
Footage shows Ukrainian artillery crews completing their training on the AS90 155mm self-propelled gun.
Over 70 jets conduct massive aerial battle over UK
Exercise Cobra Warrior involved over 70 aircraft engaging in high-intensity, large-scale, simulated complex tactical air warfare operations for three weeks in March.
British P-8 trains with the Royal Navy in Baltic
A P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft joined HMS Mersey off the Estonian coast during a 'Presence and Patrol operation'.
British F-35 fleet escapes engine vibration issue
No operational UK F-35 Lightning aircraft have been found at risk of "harmonic resonance"; however, it is understood that a few in production were identified.
Ministry of Defence defends use of TikTok
The Ministry of Defence has defended its use of TikTok, advising that they utilise TikTok as a strategic platform to showcase the UK Armed Forces' global efforts, including training Ukrainian soldiers, to reach vital overseas audiences.
Wildfire destroys £537000 worth of British Army equipment
A wildfire destroyed a Jackal vehicle and some equipment, incurring a loss of £537,000.
British medical vessel training with Apache helicopters
RFA Argus, usually operating as a sort of 'hospital ship', will be converted to deliver greater littoral strike capability.
NATO warships take part in Exercise Joint Warrior 23-1
The Joint Warrior scenario is designed to simulate political tensions in a regional conflict, leading to a buildup of forces from the allied side.
Troubled Ajax payments resume, gets new in-service date
Full Operating Capability is now scheduled to be achieved by 2029 and a payment of £480 million is now due to General Dynamics UK.
