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
JEF trains to protect undersea infrastructure
The Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) has initiated a month-long series of protective military activities involving multiple maritime and air units to secure critical undersea infrastructure across Northern Europe.
Rolls-Royce to supply power systems for new Polish frigates
Rolls-Royce is set to provide mtu propulsion and on-board power systems for three new Miecznik-class frigates for the Polish Navy.
America promises to create ‘hellscape’ for Chinese forces
In a bid to counter China's numerical advantage in any potential conflict, the United States plans to deploy a vast array of cheap, unmanned drones across multiple domains—air, sea, and land.
Lib Dems pledge to boost Army numbers to over 100,000
In their manifesto, the Liberal Democrats criticised the Conservative government's reduction of troop numbers and promised to reverse these cuts.
Drone destroys Russian Su-57 in first combat loss
This incident on the ground marks the first recorded combat loss of a fifth-generation aircraft.
British aircraft crosses Irish airspace to assist in rescue
A Royal Air Force P-8 Poseidon aircraft was urgently deployed to aid in a maritime rescue operation off the coast of Cork yesterday, due to the unavailability of suitable Irish aircraft.
Second Islay ferry successfully launched in Turkey
The vessel is the second of four ferries being built at the yard and will serve Islay and Jura alongside sister vessel, MV Isle of Islay, which was launched in March.
Labour blasts Prime Minister over D-Day
"There are many people across the country, especially within Armed Forces communities, who feel betrayed and feel that Britain has been let down by the Prime Minister."
New Type 26 Frigate HMS Cardiff to enter water this year
HMS Cardiff - the second out of eight Type 26 frigates being commissioned - will soon enter the water for the first time
New shots show scale of new shipbuilding hall in Glasgow
One of the largest buildings in the country, the new frigate factory at the BAE Systems shipyard in Govan, Glasgow, is taking shape, with the roof supports now going onto the frame.
