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
UK first as crewed aircraft controls autonomous jet drone
QinetiQ has successfully trialled the UK’s first demonstration of a crewed aircraft controlling an autonomous jet drone as part of efforts to boost UK airpower.
Britain to purchase Boxer-based RCH155 artillery systems
The UK and Germany will jointly build new 'Remote-Controlled Howitzer 155mm Wheeled Artillery System' artillery systems, which will be mounted on Boxer armored vehicles.
Mojave drone fires gun pods for first time
General Atomics recently released details of a live-fire demo involving its Mojave drone, the same type recently trialled onboard a British carrier.
MOD reluctant to discuss fate of two frigates
The future of two of the Royal Navy's front-line warships, HMS Argyll and HMS Westminster, remains shrouded in uncertainty.
NATO conducts ‘Super Alloy’ air policing drills over Baltic Sea
NATO has successfully completed the first iteration of exercise Ramstein Alloy 24-1 for the year 2024, an air policing drill hosted by Estonia on April 22 and 23.
Britain to boost defence spending due to threat from Russia
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced that Britain will spend 2.5 percent of GDP on defence by 2030.
British Army secures new Saab training tech in £60m contract
The British Army has upgraded its training capabilities through a new contract with Saab, valued at £60 million, for the provision of advanced Instrumented Live Training (ILT-D) systems.
Britain to announce its largest ever aid package to Ukraine
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will announce a £500 million military aid package for Ukraine, including 400 vehicles, 1,600 missiles, and 4 million rounds of ammunition.
UK promises Ukraine ‘hundreds of thousands more’ shells
The UK Government has pledged 'hundreds of thousands more' artillery shells in the coming year.
RAF Reserves launch specialist space unit in Glasgow
RAF reserves from the Glasgow-based 602 (City of Glasgow) Squadron have established a new space unit.
