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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

British flagged oil tanker stopped off Iranian coast

A British tanker has, for some reason, stopped off the Iranian coast.

US Marines get Compact Laser Weapons System

A directed energy weapon is now in the hands of the US Marines.

How many ships and submarines does the UK have?

This is a list of ships and submarines of each type and where the vessels are based.

Terrorist radicalisation in the UK is evolving says report

The report looks at processes in terrorist radicalisation

Iran threatens to seize a British oil tanker

The threat comes after Royal Marines seized an Iranian oil tanker.

F-35 operations benefit from 1950s equipment

Crew decided to use a hydrant system from the 1950s with the F-35.

Royal Marines use Lightweight Multirole Missile to take out drone

Royal Marines have tested the Lightweight Multirole Missile against a drone.

MoD sign £85m engine contract for Type 23 Frigate fleet

The MoD has signed an £85 million contract with Rolls-Royce.

Typhoon jets collapse Islamic State tunnels

British Typhoon jets struck a tunnel used by Islamic State.

Royal Marines seize fuel tanker off Gibraltar

A fuel tanker has been detained in Gibraltar.