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
NATO vessels find shipwreck while clearing 27 mines
Units from 7 different nations, including the Estonian Navy, took part in the operation.
U.S. Navy completes testing of new combat training system
The U.S. Naval Aviation Training System and Ranges programme office recently completed testing its next-generation air combat training system, the Tactical Combat Training System Increment II.
British vessel tasked to support US relief operations
RFA Argus has been retasked to support the US military with relief efforts in Honduras.
Armoured vehicle upgrade ‘could add £1bn’ to UK economy
The report, commissioned by Lockheed Martin, looks at the potential benefits of a Warrior Capability Sustainment Programme in terms of contributions to the economy, exports, jobs and skills.
COVID-19 forces NATO warship back to port
On the 9th of November the crew was tested for COVID-19 and it was found that a significant number of the crew had tested positive, resulting in the vessel being withdrawn from operations.
Russian Baltic forces conduct amphibious assault
Two of the world's largest air cushion landing craft were involved in the planned exercise, landing equipment on the coast of Kaliningrad.
Carriers ‘less protected than planned’ in early years
The MoD's failure to ensure the timely delivery of the Crowsnest radar system leaves the carriers with less protection than planned in its early years, warns...
UK ‘needs more than 48 F-35s’ to sustain carrier operations
The value for money of the investment in the carriers will be significantly reduced if the UK cannot afford enough aircraft to sustain operations over the...
Lack of funding for carriers ‘threatens UK military power’
The Public Accounts Committee has warned of failure to fund the capabilities essential for the carriers to do their job properly.
BAE contract to deliver ‘advanced tech’ to the U.S. Navy
BAE Systems say they have been awarded a five-year $94 million single-award indefinite delivery indefinite quantity contract to deliver "advanced technology capability" to the U.S. Navy.
