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
NATO warships train with Israeli forces
Standing NATO Maritime Group Two (SNMG2) recently completed exercises with Israeli Navy units in the Eastern Mediterranean.
F-35Bs from American assault ship to fight Islamic State
U.S. Marine Corps F-35B aircraft departed from the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island to execute long-range strikes in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.
MoD looking for games-based simulation technology
The MoD have opened tendering on a £30m contract for a simulation platform based on a commercial off the shelf games-based technology.
NATO ‘Alliance Ground Surveillance’ force reaches IOC
This capability enables the Alliance to perform persistent surveillance over wide areas, all 30 NATO members will have access to the intelligence generated.
British paratroopers test new facility
The British Army say that the facility boasts "moveable walls; smoke, sound effects and a video monitoring system for soldiers to be able to review performance".
Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group receives COVID-19 vaccines
USS Dwight D. Eisenhower and the vessels in her carrier strike group ship will now start receiving the first dosage of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
Royal Marines Band perform for hospital patients
Musicians from the Royal Marines Band have been mobilised to help the NHS.
Bell Announces Sale of Six Bell 505s to Jamaica
Bell Textron have announced that they have signed a purchase agreement for six Bell 505 aircraft for the Jamaican Defence Force.
Soldiers sacked for their sexuality can now reclaim medals
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he welcomed "the fact that we can now address this historic wrong".
F-35 ‘exemplifies US-UK special relationship’ say Lockheed
Before the F-35 even took its first flight, the UK had signed on as a key partner, having been involved in development activities since at least 1985.
