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
American nuclear submarine leaves Faslane
The USS New Hampshire, a Virginia class nuclear submarine, has left the Clyde after a routine port call.
BMT awarded contract for new Scottish ferry design
The new ferry will be designed to replace the vessels currently operated down river of Glasgow.
Lockheed deliver HELIOS laser weapon to U.S. Navy
This will be the only deployed laser system integrated into an operational Flight IIA DDG.
European Union forms own 10,000 strong ‘uniformed service’
The standing corps will be fully operational by 2027 with 10,000 personnel.
Decision on reduction of E-7 Wedgetail order ‘due soon’
This comes after speculation that the order for five E-7 Wedgetail aircraft could be reduced to three aircraft to save money.
UK-Omani ship repair facility completes work on HMS Montrose
HMS Montrose is currently based in the Gulf.
WHO appear to use ‘terrorist hardware’ to deliver vaccines
The World Health Organisation appear to be transporting COVID19 vaccines using an airline sanctioned for 'terror and human rights violations'.
American tanker declares emergency over England
A US Air Force KC-135R has declared an emergency over England and is returning to RAF Mildenhall.
Israeli firm awarded £123m future UK naval training contract
Elbit Systems UK has been awarded an £123 million contract by the Ministry of Defence to deliver the Royal Navy Future Naval Training Programme as part of the Fisher consortium led by Capita plc.
Scottish space company Skyrora tests new ‘space tug’ vehicle
Skyrora is developing a 70ft rocket, the Skyrora XL, intended for low earth orbit satellite launches from the United Kingdom.
