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
MoD seeks Civilian Armoured Vehicle support
The Ministry of Defence has launched a procurement process to secure a 'Protected and Modified Civilian Profile Vehicles' support contract, valued up to £14 million.
Lords Committee to question defence industry leaders
Senior figures from three major defence firms will give evidence to the House of Lords European Affairs Committee on Tuesday, 25 February, as part of an ongoing inquiry into the UK-EU reset.
UK tenders for hundreds of tactical multirotor drones
The Ministry of Defence has released an 'Invitation to Tender' seeking suppliers for approximately ten batches of Tactical Multirotor ISR Unmanned Aerial Systems.
Britain boosting air defence capabilities
A number of initiatives to boost British air defence are underway, including increasing the number of SkySabre Ground-Based Air Defence launchers to nine.
Lockheed Precision Strike Missile passes key test
Lockheed Martin and the U.S. Army have successfully conducted another production qualification flight test for the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico, according to the company.
Ministry of Defence seeks new sniper rifle
The Ministry of Defence has issued an opportunity under “Project SHAMER” to procure a “single chassis, multi-calibre, bolt action sniper rifle” intended to replace the legacy L115 and L118 rifle systems.
American fighter jets intercept Russian bombers
F-35 fighter aircraft positively identified and intercepted two Russian Tu-95 and two Su-35 military aircraft over the Chukchi Sea.
UK to buy 100 simulated mine targets
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is inviting tenders for the supply of around 100 Simulated Mine Targets (SMTs) and associated equipment, “to meet Royal...
NATO warships visit Poland on Baltic Sentry op
NATO’s Standing Maritime Group 1 (SNMG1) conducted a port visit to Gdansk, Poland, as part of the Baltic Sentry mission aimed at enhancing the alliance’s military presence in the Baltic Sea.
Merlins gift three-year log supply to remote Norwegian huts
Commando Helicopter Force aircrew have carried out a large-scale firewood delivery to secluded cabins in northern Norway.
