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 and HMS Dragon conduct training
Supercarrier HMS Queen Elizabeth and Type 45 destroyer HMS Dragon have met up for the first time off the UK’s South Coast.
UK procures spare parts and support for Tomahawk missiles
Spare parts and support for the UK Tomahawk missile stockpile are being procured by the Ministry of Defence with work being carried out in the US and in Scotland.
Typhoon jets train in Estonia
Four Typhoons from 3 Squadron have this week been undertaking Air-Land Integration training with the NATO Enhanced Forward Presence battlegroup in Estonia.
Norway’s first F-35 jets arrive in country
Norwegian F-35 jets have landed in the country for the first time marking a major milestone in the F-35 programme.
Brimstone missile trials on Typhoon complete successfully
A series of live firings of the Brimstone precision strike missile from a Eurofighter Typhoon have been completed successfully.
UK funds $2.1m in development for new submarine Common Missile Compartment
The UK has contributed $2.1m to support the design, development and production of the common missile compartment.
The Clyde was to build 13 Type 26 Frigates, why has that changed?
Earlier statements from the MoD outlined a planned build of 13 Type 26 Frigates would be awarded to the Clyde, a defence review and subsequent cost cutting has however stood in the way of that, is there more to it?
RFA Tidesurge signs ‘bond of sisterhood’ with Korean warship
RFA Tidesurge and ROKS Daegu will follow each other's progress, share ideas, cultures and experiences.
F-35 production lot 12 long lead items ordered
A contract has been awarded supporting the procurement of long-lead items in support of F-35 low-rate initial production Lot 12.
Former First Sea Lord calls for greater defence spending after NAO report warnings
Former Royal Navy chief Lord West has demanded Whitehall increases its spending on defence, highlighting the recent NAO report.
