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
Hero RAF Sergeant in Utah canyon rescue
Royal Air Force Sergeant Benstead has been praised for his quick actions in saving a Canadian tourist who fell into a ravine in Zion National Park, Utah.
UK seeks new 5.56mm gun under ‘Project TROUBLER’
The Ministry of Defence has issued an open tender for a lightweight assault machine gun intended for dismounted troops.
British warships in show of force to Russian vessel
British warships and aircraft closely monitored a Russian naval task group, consisting of two landing ships and four other vessels as they transited the English Channel.
UK confirms joint funding with Denmark on new air defence system
The Gravehawk system, designed to enhance Ukrainian air defence capabilities, has been funded in two stages.
UK says Ukraine peace ‘must be just and sustainable’
Lt Col Joby Rimmer, the UK’s Senior Military Advisor to the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), lauded Ukraine’s resilience in the face of Russia’s ongoing war, calling it “nothing short of extraordinary.”
NATO unveils 24/7 missile defence policy
NATO has, for the first time, published a summary of its Integrated Air and Missile Defence Policy, outlining how the Alliance intends to safeguard its territory and populations from threats across all altitudes and speeds.
Image shows damage to American carrier after collision
Newly released imagery provides a clearer view of the damage sustained by the USS Harry S. Truman after a collision with a merchant vessel.
Britain planning fleet of drone vessels to patrol Atlantic
Britain is planning to patrol the Atlantic using a fleet built around the new Type 92 Sloop – a drone vessel – and the Type 93, a drone submarine. This, they hope, will free up crewed warships for other missions.
UK naval combat drones undergoing testing
The Ministry of Defence has recently provided updates on three key unmanned maritime initiatives – the Wasp and Snapper systems, as well as Project...
Britain to increase production of nuclear submarine reactors
The Ministry of Defence is working closely with Rolls-Royce Submarines to boost delivery confidence for the Core Production Capability programme.
