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
U.S. Navy fires warship Captain during exercise
The U.S. Navy has fired the commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason, citing a loss of confidence in his ability to command.
U.S. Navy opens first F-16 maintenance line
The U.S. Navy has established a new depot-level maintenance programme for their F-16 Viper aircraft
MOD removes need to request permission for pets in SFA
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that service families will no longer need to seek permission to keep a pet at home, as part of reforms under the Defence Housing Strategy.
DARPA missile drone moves closer to first flight
The project is intended to develop an aircraft that can be launched from a larger aircraft, fly ahead of crewed platforms, and engage targets using its own air-to-air missiles.
UK intelligence says Russia increased drone strike tempo
UK Defence Intelligence has reported that Russia launched approximately 4,400 one-way attack uncrewed aerial systems against Ukrainian targets in January 2026.
Babcock introduces paid premature baby leave for UK staff
Babcock International Group has introduced a new paid premature baby leave entitlement for its UK-based employees, becoming the first defence company to sign The Employer with Heart Charter in partnership with The Smallest Things charity.
MOD to extend airfield de-icing vehicle support contract
The Ministry of Defence is set to award a GBP 2.5 million contract to AEBI Schmidt UK Limited for the maintenance and support of specialist airfield clearance and de-icing vehicles.
British and American tanks train together in Estonia
British Challenger 2 tanks have trained alongside U.S. Army armoured forces during Exercise Winter Camp in Estonia, as NATO’s multinational battlegroup tested its ability to operate in extreme cold-weather conditions.
MOD outlines plan to upgrade military family housing
The Ministry of Defence has set out measures it says are underway to improve the quality, maintenance and availability of Service Family Accommodation.
KNDS and EOS agree to pursue new weapon station projects
KNDS and EOS Defence Systems have signed a teaming agreement aimed at expanding cooperation on remote-controlled weapon stations and associated weapons.
