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
Typhoon jet shoots down drone near France
A Typhoon from 1(F) Squadron has fired a Meteor missile on an exercise in France with French Air Force Rafales.
Drone threat concerns as 25 spotted over nuclear facilities
An exclusive investigation has brought to light a worrying series of drone sightings at British nuclear facilities.
Faslane naval base prepares for major expansion
Faslane is undergoing a significant expansion, with personnel numbers set to increase by nearly 40%.
British firm Babcock boosts support to Ukrainian Navy
Babcock International has been awarded a three-year contract to support and maintain two mine countermeasures vessels for the Navy of Ukraine.
British Carrier Strike Group to visit Japan
The British Carrier Strike Group and her aircraft will work alongside the Japan and other partners to "help defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific".
UK, Japan, and Italy sign treaty to build stealth fighter
The UK has signed a treaty with Japan and Italy to develop a stealth fighter equipped with cutting-edge technology.
MBDA and KAI working together for weapon integration
A key aspect of this partnership is the integration of MBDA's Meteor beyond visual range air-to-air missile onto the KAI-led KF-21 Boromae fighter aircraft.
British warship ‘chases off’ Russian sub near Ireland
Irish media has reported that a Russian submarine, positioned near cables on the approaches to Cork Harbour, was "chased off" by a British helicopter and warship because Ireland doesn't have the ability to do so itself.
RAF participates in ‘Exercise Global Dexterity’ in Australia
Crews will experience operating out of austere airfields with intentionally limited infrastructure in Northern Australia.
US approves $300m torpedo sale to Germany
The sale is designed to upgrade Germany's Anti-Submarine Warfare capabilities on its upcoming P-8A aircraft.
