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
US Navy awards BAE $41 million contract to modernise USS Oscar Austin
BAE has received a $41.6 million contract from the US Navy to modernise the guided missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin.
HMS Duncan deploys to Mediterranean and Gulf
HMS Duncan has deployed to the Mediterranean to take over as flagship of a major NATO task group.
Type 31e Frigate bid could see shipbuilding boost to yards in Scotland, England and...
Babcock today announced it will lead a team of industry partners in a bid for the new £1.25 billion Type 31e Frigate with work to be undertaken in Scotland, England and Northern Ireland.
Babcock and Elbit Systems partner for British ‘aggressor air’ programme
Babcock and Elbit Systems Ltd have entered into a partnering agreement to pursue the Ministry of Defence's 'aggressor air' capability under the Air Support to Defence Operational Training (ASDOT) programme.
HMS Westminster escorts Russian vessels through English Channel
Type 23 Frigate HMS Westminster has sailed today to escort Russian vessels through the English Channel.
Babcock, Thales, BMT, Harland & Wolff and Ferguson Marine join forces for Type 31...
Babcock, Thales, BMT, Harland & Wolff and Ferguson Marine have teamed up to form ‘Team 31’ a consortium to bid for the Type 31 Frigate which will see the vessel built around the UK.
British and Indian armies undertake joint exercise
British and Indian troops joined forces for an exercise in order to 'enhance combat tactics' on both sides.
A guide to the UK’s RC-135 Rivet Joint surveillance aircraft
The United Kingdom purchased three KC-135R aircraft for conversion to RC-135W Rivet Joint standard under the Airseeker project, let's take a closer look.
RAF carry out over 1,700 strikes against Islamic State
RAF aircraft have carried out over 1,700 strikes against Islamic State since 2014 and in his first visit to Cyprus, Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson also met the crews who are playing a vital role in the coalition campaign to defeat Islamic State.
A400M refuels six F-18 fighters in one flight
An Airbus A400M has successfully refuelled six Spanish Air Force F-18 fighters in a single mission as part of an air-to-air refuelling certification flight.
