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
Voyager tankers scrambled to refuel cargo aircraft over Arctic
Two Royal Air Force Voyager tanker aircraft are now being deployed to refuel a small cargo aircraft over the Arctic.
Britain condemns plan to deploy Russian mercenaries in Mali
The UK and its allies have issued a statement condemning the decision to deploy mercenary troops from the Wagner Group in Mali.
British surveillance aircraft monitoring Russian forces near Crimea
A British RC-135 'Rivet Joint' intelligence gathering aircraft has been monitoring Russian forces around Crimea.
Britain to use drones to deliver supplies to warships at sea
The Royal Fleet Auxilliary say that using drones will save time, money and sailors, and free up helicopters for other duties.
Elbit delivers ‘XACT’ night vision goggles to British Army
Elbit Systems UK has delivered the first tranche of its XACT Night Vision Goggles to the British Army.
Diversity stats for the British armed forces
The Ministry of Defence has published the biannual armed forces diversity statistics.
‘Project Highlight ‘ – Britain looking to develop new Laser Warning Device
Britain is looking to develop a new 'Laser Warning Device' to equip its armed forces.
New images show how the Type 31 Frigate will look
These images show how the Type 31 'Inspiration Class' Frigate will look and they're more up to date than the imagery we've shown recently.
Britain and Japan to develop new fighter jet engine
In addition to working together on a new jet engine for their future fighter jets, Britain and Japan will also work together on Japan's new 'Joint New Air-to-Air Missile' programme.
Chinook troop insertion and extraction contract awarded
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a £410k contract to IrvingGQ to support 'Chinook Helicopter Troop Insertion & Extraction System Equipment'.
