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
British surveillance aircraft and crews on exercise
For the first time, a British RC-135 Rivet Joint has supported the United States Navy’s major 3-week air exercise, known as Exercise Resolute Hunter.
C-17 airlifts Royal Navy Merlin back to UK from Middle East
This sortie was just one of several that have returned equipment from all three services that have conducted exercises in the region during the year.
British helicopters swoop on ‘seized vessel’
Royal Navy and Portuguese helicopters swooped on a vessel 'seized' by armed assailants during an intensive training scenario off the coast of Portugal.
UK aircraft log 16k hours in one year of anti-ISIS ops
British military aircraft spent a combined 16,255 flying hours against Daesh in Iraq and Syria over the last year.
New images show work on new Glasgow frigate
New photos and videos show HMS Glasgow, the first of eight Type 26 Frigates being built in Scotland, as the warship is being fitted out on the River Clyde.
How many Warrior armoured vehicles are in service?
There are currently 625 Warriors in service.
UK confirms plans to strip early Typhoon jets for parts
The retirement of the Tranche 1 Typhoons will leave the Royal Air Force with just 107 Typhoon aircraft in total – 67 Tranche 2 jets and 40 Tranche 3 jets.
British warship joins effort to protect merchant ships
HMS Diamond, a Type 45 Destroyer, has joined Operation Prosperity Guardian, a new international task force to protect merchant shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
The Naval Strike Missile – The Royal Navy’s new punch
Let's take a very brief look at this advanced missile system.
MOD award contract for 50 Foxhound command variant vehicles
The primary objective of this contract is to modify up to 50 Foxhound Light Protected Patrol Vehicles into Command Variants.
