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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

Embraer deliver first Phenom 100 for UK Military Flying Training programme

Embraer has delivered the first Phenom 100 jet to Affinity Flight Training Services.

Syrian Democratic forces breach Raqqa old city

Overcoming heavy Islamic State resistance, Syrian Democratic Forces breached the old city of Raqqa, Syria, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported yesterday.

US Condemns North Korean Missile Launch

The United States strongly condemned North Korea's launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile, according to a statement issued by chief Pentagon spokesperson Dana W. White.

Russian firm develop the Zagon-2E, a guided anti-submarine bomb

The Zagon-2E guided anti-submarine bomb was presented at the International Maritime Defence Show.

Indian carrier aircraft ‘riddled with problems’

The MiG-29K, the backbone of Indian carrier aviation, is "riddled with problems" due to defects in the airframes, engines and fly-by-wire systems.

MBDA Sea Venom anti-ship missile successfully completes first firing

The first firing is a major milestone for the Anglo-French Sea Venom anti-ship missile.

US in deal with UK and Norway to form P-8 Poseidon partnership

Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States have signed a statement of intent for a trilateral partnership with P-8 Poseidon aircraft.

WATCH: First aircraft land on HMS Queen Elizabeth

Watch as a Merlin helicopter becomes the first aircraft to land on HMS Queen Elizabeth.

United States details coalition strikes hitting Islamic State in Syria, Iraq

US and coalition forces continued to attack Islamic State, conducting 19 strikes consisting of 63 engagements according to officials.

Exercise Talisman Saber 17 kicks off in Australia

Talisman Saber is a 'realistic and challenging exercise that provides opportunities for the United States and Australia to innovatively prepare for regional and global security challenges'.