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
MBDA contracted to support Sea Viper weapon system on the Type 45 Destroyer fleet
MBDA has received a £175 million contract from the MoD for further 'In-Service Support' to the Sea Viper weapon system.
China launches first home built aircraft carrier
China has launched its first home built aircraft carrier, state media said Wednesday.
Fire strikes Type 45 Destroyer HMS Dragon
A fire has struck HMS Dragon, however crew extinguished the blaze before any damage was done.
HMS Queen Elizabeth to get first F-35 jets next year
Merlin helicopters were the first aircraft to begin flying from HMS Queen Elizabeth and they will soon be followed by F-35 jets next year.
Iraq requests equipment for two Peshmerga infantry brigades and two artillery battalions
The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency has approved a request from Iraq for equipment for two Peshmerga infantry brigades and two support artillery battalions in $295.6m sale.
Argentina grounds all fighters due to maintenance cost
Argentina has confirmed that all Argentine Air Force Lockheed Martin A-4AR Skyhawk fighters and some other aircraft have been grounded.
HMS Severn to be decommissioned this year
HMS Severn, a River class offshore patrol vessel, will be be decommissioned by the end of this year, being replaced by HMS Forth.
F-35 Meteor missile integration takes ‘significant step forward’
The UK has awarded a contract to MBDA to pave the way for the integration of the Meteor missile on its F-35 fleet.
MBDA awarded £323m missile deal for the Royal Navy and British Army
MBDA has a secured a £323 million deal for the next batch of Common Anti-air Modular Missiles for the British Army and Royal Navy.
British airstrikes kill over 1,300 Islamic State fighters in one year period
British airstrikes are believed to have killed more than 1,300 Islamic State fighters in a 12-month period, according to figures released by the Ministry of Defence.
