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
HMS Queen Elizabeth undergoing rectification and repair work due to propeller issues
It has been confirmed that the vessel is currently having rectification and repair work done after a propeller issue was identified in sea trials.
UK looks to industry for new ground-based ballistic missile defence radar capability
The MoD have issued a Request For Information regarding radar technology and capability for a new ground-based ballistic missile defence radar system.
Reaper takes out RPG team while Tornado and Typhoon jets strike snipers
It has been revealed that Reaper killed terrorists armed with rocket-propelled grenades, whilst Tornado and Typhoon jets dealt with three sniper teams and three other defended positions.
MoD social media spend increases 46% over same period last year
From January to June last year, the MoD spent £583,968 on social media. This year, they spent £853,832 according to official figures.
MoD to complete Apache AH-64E order by the end of the year
The Government have confirmed that they intend to order the full 50 AH-64E Apache helicopters set out in the Strategic Defence & Security Review by the end of the year.
US Navy’s first purpose-built expeditionary sea base deploys
The USNS Lewis B. Puller expeditionary sea base has sailed on deployment.
PICTURES: Royal Navy and Royal Marines train alongside allies
UK maritime forces have trained alongside partner nations’ navies during deployment on board a French warship.
BAE awarded £457,000 to launch maritime autonomous systems testing service
BAE Systems awarded £457,000 to launch UK's first maritime autonomous systems testing service.
F-35’s logistics system undergoes penetration test
A penetration test is the practice of testing a computer system or network to find vulnerabilities that an attacker could exploit.
Successful live firing of Brimstone missile from Typhoon
The first live firing of the Brimstone missile from a Typhoon has been successfully completed as part of ongoing development work to significantly upgrade the capability of the aircraft.
