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 affirms support to Black Sea security
The conference aims to enhance the collaboration between the Black Sea states and partners in response to Putin’s aggression and illegal invasion of Ukraine.
Royal Navy frigates getting sonar upgrade
The system, which is likely to be trialled later in 2024, automatically determines the optimum deployment depth of an active sonar projector and receiving array, depending on its underwater environment.
UK funding boost for international space projects
Vertical Future is developing a robotic ‘space farm’ facility to grow plants in space, and Rolls-Royce is working with US company BWXT on space nuclear power.
DragonFire laser accelerated to equip British warships
The UK DragonFire laser programme – led by MBDA, with partners Leonardo UK and QinetiQ – is accelerating following a decision from the Ministry of Defence to install the weapon system on Royal Navy ships.
Sweden ‘vital’ to NATO alliance
"Their unique capabilities will provide a remarkable boost to Allied underwater domain awareness."
NATO Deputy Secretary General ‘We must support Ukraine’
NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoană visited the Allied Maritime Command (MARCOM) Headquarters in Northwood, United Kingdom.
E-7 facilities take shape at RAF Lossiemouth
More than 550 tonnes of steel have been supplied by a company local to RAF Lossiemouth as facilities for supporting the UK’s E-7 Wedgetail fleet continue to take shape.
Royal Navy in £33m double drugs blow
HMS Lancaster seized nearly £33m of illegal drugs as she struck twice against traffickers in the Middle East within 24 hours.
Leeds man pleads guilty to hosting ‘racist terrorist website’
A 46-year-old man from Leeds has pleaded guilty to four terrorism offences at Sheffield Crown Court.
NATO releases strategy on biotech and human enhancement
Biotechnology and Human Enhancement technologies were identified as a priority emerging, disruptive technology in 2019.
