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George Allison

George Allison
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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 and British troops land on Scottish beach

British and American assault ships have been exercising together in the North Sea.

HMS Queen Elizabeth F-35s fire missiles off Scottish coast

This is the first time British F-35Bs have fired ASRAAM missiles whilst operating from an aircraft carrier.

British jets fly with B-52 bombers over Eastern Europe

Two Typhoons escorted two B-52H Stratofortress bombers over Eastern Europe.

Newest British P-8 Poseidon named ‘Guernsey’s Reply’

Due to be delivered to the RAF in September 2021, 'Guernsey’s Reply' is undergoing its final checks at the Boeing factory.

American MQ-9 Reapers get enhanced capabilities

Capabilities include communications enhancements as well as target identification tracking and processing.

3 RIFLES prove combat readiness and infantry skills

The battalion is currently the NATO Very High Readiness Joint Task Force (VJTF) ready battalion.

What upgrades will Britain’s ‘Challenger 3’ tanks get?

The upgraded 'Challenger 3' Main Battle Tanks will feature a new gun and other upgrades.

British Carrier Strike Group arrives in Scotland

HMS Queen Elizabeth and her Carrier Strike Group have arrived in Scotland ahead of a major exercise.

Contract awarded to RBSL for 148 ‘Challenger 3’ tanks

RBSL has been awarded a contract to upgrade 148 Challenger 2 Main Battle Tanks.

Britain sending 1,000 sailors and Royal Marines to Baltic

The Littoral Response Group (North) task group is heading to the Baltic Sea.