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
Russia builds up military forces in south west
Russia has strengthened its southwestern flank and increased its military presence in Ukraine.
Four Wildcat helicopters delivered to South Korea
South Korea has received an initial delivery of four Wildcat helicopters out of a total order of eight.
£183 million deal signed for Type 26 Frigate gun
The Ministry of Defence have signed a £183 million contract for a five inch gun system the Royal Navy’s new Type 26 Frigate fleet.
BAE demonstrate autonomous naval technologies
BAE have delivered a live demonstration of the latest unmanned naval technologies in a realistic scenario in the Solent and Portsmouth Harbour.
UAE hands over two generals to Turkey following coup attempt
The United Arab Emirates has reportedly detained two Turkish generals serving in Afghanistan and handed them over to Turkey.
The hand over took place over...
US Navy conducts first Littoral Combat Ship Harpoon firing
USS Coronado, a Littoral Combat Ship, successfully executed the first live fire missile test using a Harpoon Block 1C missile.
British Typhoons to deploy to Asia Pacific region
Typhoons will deploy around the Asia Pacific region for joint exercises with allies, demonstrating the UK’s commitment to the defence of British allies in the region.
RAF complete ‘Brimstone 2’ operational trials on Tornado
The next step for Brimstone 2 is a 'Release to Service' followed by Initial Operating Capability on the Tornado GR4.
Royal Navy test real-time warship health monitoring tools
Technology developed by BAE Systems is set to transform the future of warship support in the Royal Navy by flagging potential faults in real time.
Russian surveillance aircraft to fly over UK
Today marks the start of a series of 'Open Skies' flights by a Russian surveillance aircraft over the UK that will last two days.
The...
