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
Type 26 Frigate project update, first in water this year
BAE Systems has confirmed that HMS Glasgow is set to enter the water for the first time this year and has also discussed the status of the other ships in the class.
New experimental ship for the Royal Navy arrives in UK
The XV Patrick Blackett will be used as a trials ship, experimenting with new technologies including drones.
British frigate sails for NATO operations after upgrades
HMS Lancaster has departed Portsmouth Naval Base to take part in NATO operations after a period of maintenance and upgrades.
BAE to support radar on Brazilian flagship ‘Atlantico’
BAE Systems has signed a five-year contract to support the ARTISAN Radar on the Brazilian Navy’s flagship, the NAM Atlântico (formerly HMS Ocean).
Australians now attending British nuclear submarine courses
As part of the AUKUS agreement, Australian submariners are now attending Royal Navy nuclear propulsion training courses.
MoD pays £423,000 in low flying compensation over last year
According to figures released by the Ministry of Defence, the total amount of compensation paid for all low flying claims since June 2021 is £423,084.52.
Spanish warship in illegal incursion into Gibraltar waters
A Spanish Navy vessel, the Infanta Elena, entered Gibraltar waters on Thursday before being escorted out..
British surveillance aircraft sorties triple since New Year
Figures show the number of sorties by British RC-135 Rivet Joint surveillance aircraft go from 6 per month in December to a peak of 18 per month when Russia invaded Ukraine.
RAF halt ‘non-essential’ Typhoon flights due to issue
The Royal Air Force have paused "non-essential flying" by Typhoon and Hawk jets as a "temporary safety precaution" until a technical issue with their ejector seats is resolved.
MBDA developing ‘Weapon Management System’ for Tempest jet
At the Farnborough International Airshow, MBDA revealed its vision for "optimising weapon effects in the future battlespace" through its 'Weapon Effects Management System'.
