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 ships and aircraft deploying to waters close to Israel
The UK government has announced the deployment of British military assets to the Eastern Mediterranean, aiming to back Israel and bolster regional stability.
BAE boosts M109 Howitzer range with cannon upgrade
BAE Systems has successfully fired 155-millimeter projectiles using a modified M109 Self-Propelled Howitzer equipped with the Rheinmetall L52 155mm, 52-caliber cannon.
Helicopters from HMS Queen Elizabeth launch torpedos
820 Naval Air Squadron have performed the first Training Variant Torpedo (TVT) drop from a Merlin launched from a Queen Elizabeth Class Carrier.
HMS Dauntless strengthens Caribbean disaster readiness
HMS Dauntless is actively assisting British territories in the Caribbean with disaster relief preparations as the height of hurricane season nears.
Saab shows off new Polish airborne early warning aircraft
The reveal took place in a ceremony in Linköping a mere two months after Poland commissioned an order for two of these airborne systems.
Airbus show F-15 jets automatic refuelling from A330 tanker
The completion marks a significant step ahead of the anticipated certification in the first half of 2024.
Griffon Hoverwork introduces British ‘Wyvern’ LCAC design
Griffon Hoverwork has launched its latest class of Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC): The Wyvern.
NATO’s multinational Slovakia battlegroup ‘combat ready’
The Multinational Battle Group Slovakia has earned NATO Combat Ready status, following its performance in the certification exercise Strong Cohesion 2023.
The intensive three-day drill...
New British underwater surveillance vessel enters service
RFA Proteus, dedicated to underwater surveillance in areas of UK sovereign interest, has been welcomed into the fleet.
UK continues to seek industry interest for laser weaponry
The MOD has issued a Prior Information Notice (PIN) regarding its intentions surrounding the development of Directed Energy Weapons (DEW).
