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
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.
High speed heavy metal – HMS Prince of Wales in power tests
HMS Prince of Wales recently demonstrated high-speed capabilities during a series of intensive power tests.
First Wildcat air-to-air firing trial with Martlet a success
During trials, a Wildcat helicopter successfully fired Martlet against moving water targets and, for the first time, a Banshee drone.
MOD £84.4m F-35B loss in list of 2022-23 financial setbacks
Substantial losses and payments include £84.4 million for F-35B aircraft loss and £14.9 million in Personal Injury Settlements.
Ukrainian divers being trained in Scotland to defuse mines
Ukrainian forces are being trained by Royal Navy divers and explosives experts on the safe neutralisation of Russian mines, booby traps, and other explosive devices.
Voyager showcases versatility in Pacific Air Exercise
Voyager demonstrated multiple functionalities in the recent Exercise Mobility Guardian 23 in the western Pacific.
No change in rollout for Challenger 3 tanks, says MoD
The number of Challenger 3 tanks will., however, remain under review to ensure the Army's Main Battle Tank fleet meets needs.
Britain to speed up purchase of new artillery
The Ministry of Defence is exploring the accelerated procurement of the Mobile Fires Platform Programme, the long-term replacement for AS90.
Report highlights growing importance of defence in Arctic
The Scottish Affairs Committee calls on the UK Government to re-assess its defence presence in Scotland in the face of new threats in the North Atlantic and High North region, as it publishes the third report of its inquiry into Defence in Scotland.
Contracts placed to directly replace munitions given to Ukraine
The contracts secured so far include orders for anti-tank weapons, Starstreak high-velocity missiles, lightweight multirole missiles, Javelin missiles, Brimstone missiles, 155-millimetre artillery rounds and 5.56-millimetre rifle rounds.
