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
Two Ukrainian warships train together off Scottish coast
The vessels, formerly belonging to the Royal Navy, are currently conducting training and recently sailed together for the first time under the Ukrainian flag.
Government insist Type 32 Frigate to be ‘key part’ of fleet
Despite earlier rumours that the class is set to be cancelled, the UK Government have insisted that "the Type 32 Frigate programme remains a...
British Paratroopers jump into Japan
Exercise New Year Jump saw the multinational paratroopers train to use Japanese parachutes and practised air assault missions from Japanese Chinook helicopters.
Why is it cheaper to fly to Spain than to Stornoway?
From the cost of fuel to seat costs per mile, ground handling to maintenance, it all ends up in your ticket price.
C-130 aircraft begin drawdown from Middle East operations
The role of the Hercules aircraft in theatre is being transitioned to the A400M Atlas, and both types of aircraft will continue to operate in tandem before the responsibility is fully transferred later this year.
Britain sending 600 more Brimstone missiles to Ukraine
The new British support package includes the provision of 600 Brimstone missiles.
British jets arrive in the United States for Exercise Red Flag
The exercise will involve simulated ground-based air defence systems, aggressor aircraft simulating peer adversaries, and cyber and space-based threats as combat missions are planned, executed, and debriefed.
Britain’s new undersea cable protection ship arrives
Upon becoming operational, this vessel will be dedicated to protecting seabed telecommunications cables and oil and gas pipelines.
Scottish yard wins UK contract to maintain research vessels
Babcock's Rosyth shipyard has been awarded a £45mn contract to maintain the UK’s fleet of scientific research vessels
Belfast awarded £1.6bn contract for new support ships
The bow & mid sections of each ship will be built in Belfast in Northern Ireland and Appledore in England, with smaller components produced at Methil & Arnish in Scotland. In addition, stern sections will be built in Cadiz, Spain.
