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
American warship captain fired
The U.S. Navy has relieved Commander Adam Ochs of his command of the USS Santa Barbara after a “loss of confidence” in his ability to lead.
BAE-built spacecraft launch on NASA missions
BAE Systems has announced the successful launch of two spacecraft designed to support NASA.
UK seeking strike and refuelling drone for aircraft carriers
Vanquish is expected to carry a credible payload with a clear exploitation path for roles such as ISR, strike, and air-to-air refuelling from the Queen Elizabeth class carriers.
RAF Reaper drones retire after 18 years of operations
The platform made its final operational flight following more than 173,000 flying hours on combat operations in Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria.
New Portsmouth defence newsletter launches
A new weekly defence newsletter has been launched by The News in Portsmouth, aimed at bringing together the biggest armed forces stories with a particular focus on the Royal Navy.
MOD awards contract to sustain NEXUS Air Information Platform
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a £19.68 million contract to SixWorks of Farnborough to sustain and grow the NEXUS to Core (N2C) Air Information Platform (AIP).
Defence Minister visits RBSL Telford site
Luke Pollard MP, Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry, visited Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) in Telford this week.
MOD confirms Harland & Wolff assessed fit to deliver
The government has confirmed that Harland & Wolff’s capacity to contribute to Royal Navy shipbuilding was assessed before the Fleet Solid Support (FSS) contract was awarded.
HMS Artful crew recognised during sponsor’s visit
The crew of hunter-killer submarine HMS Artful hosted their sponsor, Lady Amanda Zambellas, during a visit to HM Naval Base Clyde, according to a Royal Navy news update.
UK responds to Canadian warning on submarine vulnerability
The UK has acknowledged the growing challenges facing submarines in an era of rapid technological change, following comments from Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee, commander of the Royal Canadian Navy, who warned of a likely future where oceans become "effectively transparent and submarines are no longer allowed to hide".
