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
Britain upgrading Tomahawk cruise missiles to ‘fly further’
The UK is spending £265m to upgrade its submarine-launched Tomahawk cruise missiles to Block V standard, meaning the upgraded missiles "will be able to travel further and be less vulnerable to enemy interference".
British jets go up against American destroyer
British F-35s and Typhoons together with Czech Gripens worked with American destroyer USS Gravely during an air defence exercise as part of Neptune Shield 22 last week.
MoD purchase ‘high end aerospace grade’ 3D printer
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a £913K contract to Renishaw for a high-end 'Aerospace Grade Metallic' 3D printer with the potential to 'print' spare parts for aircraft.
1500 British troops providing ‘heavy deterrence’ in Estonia
The deterrence factor towards any aggressive neighbouring state who may covet the thought of rolling across the border is a "major consideration" for British forces in Estonia.
‘The OSINT Bunker’ – Season 3 Episode 4
The panel discuss the possibility of a Turkish invasion of northern Syria and look at Russian advances and fall-backs in Ukraine.
American A-10 ‘Tank Busters’ land in Scotland
A number of A-10C Thunderbolt II attack aircraft have arrived at Glasgow Prestwick Airport in Scotland on their way back to the United States.
British fighter jets to protect 2022 Qatar World Cup
British Typhoon fighter jets will be securing the skies above Qatar during the 2022 Football World Cup.
Royal Navy shipbuilding supports 15,000 Scottish jobs
"Up and down Scotland, communities depend on a steady drumbeat of work for their jobs, for a future for young people, for economic security and in some cases, their economic survival."
UK should ‘reconsider’ plans to scrap C-130
Andy Netherwood, a former C-130 and C-17 aircraft commander, has urged the Ministry of Defence to reconsider the early retirement of the C-130J Hercules fleet.
Second Type 26 Frigate begins to take shape on the Clyde
HMS Cardiff, the second of eight Type 26 Frigates, is currently starting to look ship-shape in Glasgow.
