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
US Navy accepts delivery of future ‘mini F-35 carrier’ USS Tripoli
The US Navy accepted delivery of the future USS Tripoli, the newest aircraft focussed America class amphibious assault ship, from Huntington Ingalls Industries.
What are Norwegian F-35s doing in Iceland?
The Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35 detachment conducting NATO's air mission in Iceland presented their activities to the media at Keflavik Air Base last week.
Royal Marines parachute ‘behind enemy lines’ in Sweden
Royal Marines have parachuted ‘deep behind enemy lines' during demanding winter exercises in Sweden with forces from the United States Air Force, say the Ministry of Defence.
British forces ramp up preparations for Exercise Cold Response
Combined British and Dutch elements of the Norwegian-led task group heading for Arctic exercises have assembled in southern Norway.
Royal Navy take part in Omani mine warfare exercise
Four ships and more than 200 sailors led Britain’s involvement in an international test of allied sea power in the Middle East, say the Royal Navy.
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British Army train alongside Indian troops on Exercise Ajeya Warrior
The British Army say that Indian soldiers have been in the UK to participate in joint Indian and British military training exercise, Exercise Ajeya Warrior.
UK to replace nuclear warheads
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has announced the start of a new nuclear warhead replacement programme.
£330 million sonar contract for Dreadnought submarines
The Dreadnought sonar system will be developed at BAE sites in Templecombe, Somerset, and Stockport.
Royal Marines raid northern Norway
More than a thousand Royal Marines have been in the region since January on Arctic training missions building up to Cold Response.
