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
Scottish Labour Leader visits Methil shipyard
Harland & Wolff recently welcomed Anas Sarwar MSP, Leader of the Scottish Labour Party to its Methil site.
American supercarrier enters Mediterranean heading to Israel
The U.S. Navy say that the Carrier Strike Group will join efforts to secure Israel's defence and prevent regional conflict.
US and Switzerland finalise missile defence deal
Switzerland has cemented a deal with the United States for the procurement of Lockheed Martin’s advanced PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) missiles.
BAE Systems expands with Eurostep acquisition
In a move to enhance its digital asset management capabilities, BAE Systems has acquired Eurostep, a secure data sharing company based in Sweden.
New Royal Navy frigate progresses in Rosyth frigate factory
The warship's progress has been remarkable, with significant development made in less than 18 months since its keel was laid.
UK assists Japanese Navy with F-35 operations
Six senior Japanese officers have observed F-35 operations aboard HMS Prince of Wales.
F-35 in first night rolling landing on HMS Prince of Wales
HMS Prince of Wales, currently conducting trials off the American coast, has witnessed its first Shipborne Rolling Vertical Landing at night.
MOD seeks parachute packing & maintenance services
The Ministry of Defence has publicised its intention to procure parachute packing, maintenance, and inventory management services in support of the parachuting programme.
F-35 lands ‘backwards’ on British carrier
The 'back-to-front' manoeuvre is intended to give pilots and the flight deck team more options to safely land the jet in an emergency.
Images show new Protector drone for the Royal Air Force
The Royal Air Force has welcomed the first of its 16 new Protector aircraft at RAF Waddington in Lincolnshire.
