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
British surveillance aircraft continues patrols near Ukraine
The aircraft was there to conduct electronic surveillance and gather intelligence on Russian forces inside Ukraine.
Work begins integrating British torpedo to Poseidon
Sting Ray, a British designed technologically advanced lightweight torpedo, will be integrated on the RAF's Maritime Patrol Aircraft fleet.
Nation with no warships sinks yet another Russian vessel
In a significant blow to Vladimir Putin's naval capabilities, the Russian Black Sea Fleet has lost the Caesar Kunikov in a dramatic drone attack.
Troubled ferry finally sets sail from Port Glasgow
The long-awaited sea trials of the MV Glen Sannox have started, and it's good news for the entire Scottish shipbuilding industry.
British carrier to lead huge international strike group
The Prince of Wales task group will move to the High North to protect Norway, Sweden and Finland to defend the Nordic nations from ‘attack’.
British aircraft carrier sets sail for NATO exercises
HMS Prince of Wales, originally at 30 days' notice to sail, has now sailed at eight days' notice to fill in for HMS Queen Elizabeth.
British minehunting ships could be transferred to Greece
"We also discussed the potential provision of minehunters from the United Kingdom to Greece".
Over £4bn spent on Ajax vehicles with just 44 delivered
Over £4 billion has been spent on the Ajax armoured vehicle programme, yet only 44 have been delivered to the British Army, according to findings revealed by the Labour Party.
Apprentices in defence and aerospace celebrated at Parliament
Jane Stevenson MP led a celebration of defence apprentices at a Parliamentary reception with MPs Nusrat Ghani, Luke Pollard, Brendan O'Hara, showing strong cross-party support. #NationalApprenticeshipWeek
Thales gets £1.8bn to ‘maximise sea days’ for Royal Navy
Over the life of the contract, it will deliver an average reduction in Turn Around Times of 100 days per repair, spares lead times will be reduced by an average of 44 days and reliability improved by 10%.
