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
HMS Richmond emerges from refit as ‘most advanced frigate’
The Royal Navy say that HMS Richmond has emerged from refit as 'the nation’s most advanced frigate'.
HMS Prince of Wales formally handed over to Royal Navy
Aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales has been officially handed over to the Royal Navy by the Aircraft Carrier Alliance.
F-35 jet to take off from aircraft carrier in Portsmouth Harbour
An F-35B Lightning jet is expected to take off from HMS Queen Elizabeth in Portsmouth Harbour this week.
British Commandos train against US forces in California
The 40 Commando Battle Group deployed to the deserts of California to take on their US Marine Corps counterparts.
Turkey to operate ‘carrier without jets’ in 2020
The Turkish Navy will receive the country’s first aircraft carrier this year. The problem? Turkey has been kicked out of the programme building the vessels jets.
British crew fly British P-8 Poseidon for first time
A Royal Air Force crew has flown a Royal Air Force P-8 Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft for the first time.
Mark Faulds, the aircrafts pilots,...
Standing NATO Maritime Group One met with HMS Queen Elizabeth
Norwegian frigate Thor Heyerdahl from SNMG1 accompanied aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth as she headed home.
Lockheed Martin continues partnership with Spain for Future Frigates
Lockheed Martin recently signed a contract with Navantia to equip five new F-110 multimission frigates.
Read General Sir Nick Carter’s annual RUSI speech
The annual speech was given at the Royal United Services Institute, on the current state of Defence.
Romania to purchase five more F-16 jets from Portugal
Romania plans to acquire five more F-16s from Portugal’s surplus stocks.
