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
General Dynamics and BAE partner to manufacture new military bridges
In a partnership announced at DSEI, new BAE bridges will be manufactured by General Dynamics before being shipped to the company for assembly and testing.
Ajax delivery milestone announced
Defence Minister Harriett Baldwin visited General Dynamics factory in Wales to see Ajax vehicles in the final stages of testing.
B-1B Bombers, F-35Bs, Japanese and South Korean aircraft in show of force aimed at...
US Air Force and Marine Corps aircraft joined Japanese and South Korean military aircraft in response to the launch by North Korea of an intermediate range ballistic missile over Japan.
UK Government provide update on response to Hurricane Maria
Secretary of State, Damian Green, chaired a COBR meeting to discuss the Government’s response to Hurricane Irma and preparations for Hurricane Maria.
Russian attack helicopter accidentally strikes spectators during exercise
A video has emerged reportedly showing a Russian attack helicopter accidentally striking spectators while taking part in the Zapad 2017 military exercise.
3 Commando Brigade provide medical support across British Virgin Islands
Surgeon Lieutenant Commander Andy Matheson is the Regimental Medical Officer (RMO) deployed with Alpha Company, 40 Commando Royal Marines to the British Virgin Islands.
Royal Navy Commander discusses the F-35 Lightning Integrated Test Force
With over 10 years of Harrier experience, Commander Gray has conducted numerous operations from both land and sea, but only recently experienced how the F-35B performs a Ski-Jump take-off.
Leonardo and Thales to demonstrate threat warning and infra-red counter measure system for MoD
Leonardo and Thales are being contracted by the Ministry of Defence to demonstrate their Infra-Red protection system in trials in early 2018.
Aircraft carriers, amphibs ‘mark growth of regional navies’ say analysts
Forecast International say they expect some 80 aircraft carriers and major amphibious warfare ships, valued at $59.37 billion, to be commissioned during the next 10 years.
UK announces £55m contract for UK bomb disposal robots
Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon has announced a contract worth up to £55 million for 56 innovative bomb disposal robots at DSEI.
