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
The Clyde and the Type 26 Frigate – A never ending source of conspiracy...
It seems that every week and every new announcement regarding the Type 26 Frigate brings claims that the Clyde is being "sold out" or "betrayed", this week Australia is somehow at fault.
Australia cleared to buy Aegis combat system for Type 26 Frigates
The US State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Australia of equipment associated with the integration of the CEAFAR 2 Phased Array Radar System with the AEGIS Combat System for an estimated cost of $185 million.
France brings back national service
The objective of the service is to "promote engagement of young people in the nation’s life, to value citizenship and reinforce social cohesion".
New supercarriers and their F-35 jets ‘a very significant statement for the UK to...
Admiral Sir Philip Jones, First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff, spoke at at the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) in London on, alongside the US Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral John M Richardson.
Joint Expeditionary Force Memorandum of Understanding signed
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson today signed the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) Comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding alongside counterparts from the eight partner nations, say the MoD.
Theresa May hails ‘biggest naval defence contract for a decade’ as Australia picks Type...
Prime Minister Theresa May has hailed a shipbuilding contract worth up to £20 billion between BAE Systems and the Australian government as the biggest Naval defence contract for a decade.
UDT 2018: Rotinor display ‘Back Shadow’ diver propulsion device
The Black Shadow is an 'extreme high-performance' diving scooter for "professional purposes" and wa son display at UDT 2018 in Glasgow, where we had...
UDT 2018: JFD show their ‘SEAL’ stealth combat swimmer delivery vehicle
JFD's company’s Torpedo SEAL stealth combat swimmer delivery vehicle was on display at UDT 2018 in Glasgow, accompanied by Clearance Diver’s Life Support Equipment (CDLSE) rebreather apparatus.
BAE systems Type 26 Frigate wins Australian frigate bid
BAE Systems Type 26 design was regarded as the frontrunner, with Fincantieri's FREMM close behind and Navantia regarded as the lowest risk option.
UDT 2018: KraitArray ASW sonar sea trials to begin
SEA's Krait Defence Anti-Submarine Warfare system is taking a leap forward in capability with the final trials of the extended 150m ultra-thin towed array.
