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 planning to purchase additional A400M transport aircraft
In a table detailing current and future Ministry of Defence expenditure, an entry is listed mentioning that the UK plans to purchase additional A400M Atlas transport aircraft later this decade.
Boeing wins £460m British military logistics contract
A logistics system critical to British military operations around the world will be supported under a new five-year, £460 million contract with Boeing Defence UK.
British warship passes 1,000 days in the Persian Gulf
Type 23 Frigate HMS Montrose today has passed 1,000 days in the Persian Gulf.
Contract awarded for maintenance of RAF’s High-G Centrifuge
Thales UK has been awarded a contract for the continued service provision and equipment maintenance of the High-G Centrifuge at RAF Cranwell.
Britain, America, Russia, China and France say ‘no one wins’ nuclear war
In a joint statement, Britain, America, Russia, China and France have declared that a nuclear war 'cannot be won and must never be fought'.
Vessel attacked off coast of Yemen
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency advised mariners to exercise extreme caution in the area.
American nuclear powered attack submarine visits Gibraltar
Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Albany conducted a scheduled port visit in Gibraltar last week.
First F-35B undergoes airframe strengthening using lasers
Laser shock peening strengthens the aircraft’s frame without adding any additional material or weight, which would reduce its capability by limiting fuel or weapon carrying capacity.
National Cyber Strategy to protect UK from cyber threats published
The UK Government aims to 'solidify the UK as a global cyber power'.
BAE to boost staff in UK by around 1,700
The 1,700 apprentices and graduates will be based at BAE sites in England, Scotland and Wales.
