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
Stunning shots show HMS Penzance as ship leaves service
Drone shots taken by expert photographer Dave Cullen show HMS Penzance in Leith as the Sandown class minehunter leaves Royal Navy service.
Why us? Foreign Secretary explains why UK jets hit Houthis
Foreign Secretary David Cameron has outlined the reasons for British involvement in strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen.
UK ‘open to further strikes’ in Yemen if necessary
Britain is prepared to conduct additional military strikes against Houthi forces in Yemen if the situation demands.
NATO-Ukraine Council meets, allies pledge air defence aid
The NATO-Ukraine Council convened in response to the recent surge in Russian air strikes against Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure.
British Commandos deploy to Arctic to boost security
More than a thousand troops, including the Commando Helicopter Force, are bound for the the northern borders of NATO.
Lockheed Martin and NASA unveil X-59
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works has rolled out the X-59, an experimental aircraft reportedly designed to minimise the impact of sonic booms.
Polish Armaments Group sign agreements with UK firms
An agreement between MBDA UK and the Polish Armaments Group (PGZ) was signed this week.
BAE delivers first ACV Command Variant to US Marine Corps
BAE Systems has announced the delivery of the first Amphibious Combat Vehicle Command and Control (ACV-C) variant to the US Marine Corps.
Sea Ceptor missile chosen for Poland’s new frigates
The Sea Ceptor system will incorporate a quad-packing solution in the ships Mk41 Vertical Launching System, enabling a high load-out.
Britain increases artillery shell production ‘eight-fold’
Britain, having donated over 300,000 artillery rounds to Ukraine, is increasing its production capability of 155mm shells eight-fold.
