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
British armed forces cut 37% of unmanned aircraft systems in one year
British armed forces now operate 37% fewer unmanned aircraft systems than last year.
Argentine destroyer hits jetty, catches fire as she attempts to sail for international exercise
Argentine destroyer La Argentina was damaged after ramming a jetty and catching fire after attempts to repair the damage.
NATO and EU discuss cooperation toward stronger European defence
Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg welcomed European Commissioner Elżbieta Bieńkowska to NATO.
UK trains over 5000 Ukrainian troops
The UK has directly trained over 5000 members of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, 1000 more than initially targeted, the Defence Secretary has confirmed.
NATO boosts cooperation with Ukraine on scientific and security-related activities
Allied and Ukrainian experts gathered to discuss present and future cooperation in the area of emerging security challenges and security-related advanced technologies.
Queen Elizabeth class supercarriers represent ‘powerful strategic deterrent’
The new Queen Elizabeth class supercarriers will represent a "powerful and important strategic conventional deterrent" according to the First Sea Lord.
Spartan – A contender for the Type 31 Frigate?
Steller Systems is offering Project Spartan, a 'configurable, modular, survivable, affordable and exportable ship', to the Type 31 Frigate programme.
Australia to upgrade E-7A Wedgetail airborne early warning and control aircraft
The E-7A Wedgetail upgrade consists of "new and more advanced combat identification sensors, tactical data links, and communication and encryption systems".
The value of the...
New F-35 squadron named, 207 Squadron to become OCU
No. 207 Squadron Royal Air Force, a former bomber, communications and then trainer squadron, is to stand up as the F-35 OCU squadron it...
Embraer deliver first Phenom 100 for UK Military Flying Training programme
Embraer has delivered the first Phenom 100 jet to Affinity Flight Training Services.
