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
MoD awards contract for carrier IFF Support to Leonardo
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a £2 million contract to Leonardo UK for the support of the Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) systems on the Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers.
British warship returns from combat with kill markings
The crew of HMS Diamond, a Type 45 Destroyer, shot down nine drones and a Houthi ballistic missile.
Belfast Sprit Aerospace workers ‘in limbo’
Boeing is taking over Spirit, with Airbus taking over the part of the business that makes the wings and fuselage for its A220 jet.
UK seeks chemical and nuclear protection garmets
The Ministry of Defence has issued a Prior Information Notice seeking suppliers for materials to manufacture the Mk 4a CBRN suit.
British ship to use drone to support hurricane relief
HMS Trent will deploy to the Cayman Islands with 700X Naval Air Squadron to offer UK support following the devastation brought this week by Hurricane Beryl.
Admiral tells us he is ‘hugely impressed’ by Ukrainian crew
The UK Defence Journal spoke to with Rear Admiral Thomas Wall, Commander of Submarines NATO, about the significant role of NATO training in enhancing the operational capabilities of Ukraine's navy.
I went onboard a Ukrainian warship
"Stepping aboard Chernihiv, I was immediately struck by the warmth and optimism of the crew."
Apology from the UK Defence Journal
We mistakenly presented a combat scenario featured in a YouTube video as a somewhat serious simulation without adequately learning about the platform used to create it.
Germany purchase Brimstone missiles for Typhoon fleet
MBDA has received a contract from Germany to manufacture and supply Brimstone 3 precision strike missiles for the Bundeswehr’s Typhoon combat aircraft.
What we can expect from the new Government on defence
Here’s a look at what the new government has pledged to do.
