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
Third American sub visits Faslane in space of two weeks
With the arrival of another submarine this week, three American submarines have now visited Faslane since the start of July marking an increased frequency of American submarine visits to the naval base near Glasgow, Scotland.
MoD investing in Glasgow shipyard to increase capacity
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has revealed that the Ministry of Defence is investing in the BAE shipyard in Govan, Glasgow in order to increase its capacity and productivity for future work.
RFA Argus could be converted to ‘littoral strike ship’
It has emerged that RFA Argus, a 'Primary Casualty Receiving Ship' of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, could be converted into a 'Littoral Strike Ship'.
Confirmation new support ships will ‘mostly’ be built in UK
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has said that the cost of encouraging companies to invest in UK shipyards might result in some parts of the vessels being built in another country.
UK considering new assault ship design with another country
The Defence Secretary has revealed that, come 2030, the UK might work with another country to replace the Albion class.
First of 10,000 Ukrainian troops arrive in UK for training
Britain has rapidly procured AK variant assault rifles for the huge training programme, meaning Ukrainian soldiers can train on the weapons they will be using on the front line over the coming weeks.
UK purchasing ‘too few’ E-7 early warning aircraft
The decision to purchase only three E-7 Wedgetail early warning aircraft has, once again, been criticised.
Squadron of British tanks arrive in Poland to deter Russia
British tanks have arrived in Poland, their aim is to deter Russian aggression and to fill in for tanks Poland has donated to Ukraine.
BAE mine hunting tech teamed with unmanned helicopter
The U.S. Navy recently demonstrated BAE Systems-developed mine countermeasure technology aboard an MQ-8C Fire Scout helicopter drone
BAE robot strikes target with APKWS laser-guided rocket
The test marked the first time an APKWS laser-guided rocket has ever been fired from a robotic combat vehicle.
