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
American warship USS Winston S Churchill visits Portsmouth
The USS Winston S Churchill, an Arleigh Burke class destroyer named after British Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill, has visited Portsmouth.
First helicopter landing for RFA Tidespring
A Merlin Mk2 helicopter has landed on the deck of the first of RFA Tidespring, the first of four 39,000 tonne Tide Class tankers.
Arrowhead 120, a good choice for the Type 31e Frigate?
Following the publication of the National Shipbuilding Strategy, we take a brief look at the Arrowhead 120.
Coalition strikes continue in Iraq and Syria
Coalition forces continued to attack Islamic State, conducting seven strikes consisting of eight engagements officials reported today.
RFA Tidespring visits Gibraltar
The first of the new Tide class tankers, RFA Tidespring,has visited Gibraltar for the first time.
Government ‘reviewing infrastructure requirements’ in order for carriers to berth in Gibraltar
The Government have confirmed that planning is underway to evaluate the feasibility of berthing the Queen Elizabeth class carriers in Gibraltar.
Lockheed awarded $11.6 million to support F-35 trials from the Queen Elizabeth class carriers
Lockheed Martin has been awarded a $11.6 million contract to support first of class flying trials and the release of the 'military permit to fly' for F-35B aircraft to operate from Queen Elizabeth class carriers.
Clyde shipbuilders unions say government has ‘betrayed’ Glasgow yards
BAE Systems will partner with Cammell Laird for their Type 31e Frigate bid, who will build the vessels at their Merseyside facility while the Clyde will focus on the Type 26 Frigates.
British troops may patrol borders in Brexit ‘Last Resort’
A top civil servant has suggested troops patrolling Britain’s borders would be a 'last resort' if the UK left the EU with no deal on immigration.
Has the Clyde really been betrayed over the Type 31 Frigate or is there...
With the news that BAE don't intend to assemble the Type 31 Frigate on the Clyde, we ask if the yards have really been betrayed or is this a result of a shifting shipbuilding strategy?
