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
Changes to the UK Defence Journal
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Royal Navy to use satellites to geolocate radio signals
Kleos’ satellites collect data that is used to detect and geolocate radio frequency transmissions.
Brtish military to become ‘more engaged around the world’
British warships are to have an increased presence abroad.
Royal Navy appoints first female admiral
The Royal Navy has selected its first female admiral in its history as Commodore Jude Terry is promoted to Rear Admiral.
HMS Queen Elizabeth launches jets to take part in exercise
HMS Queen Elizabeth's jets are involved in a large scale aerial combat exercise.
Sea Ceptor missile chosen to arm Type 31 Frigates
MBDA's Sea Ceptor system will arm the Royal Navy's new Type 31 frigates.
DSEI 2021 defence exhibition to run as live event
The biennial defence and security event, DSEI, will proceed as planned in September 2021 with a new digital offering running alongside the live exhibition.
Russian submarine detected in Irish Sea
While it's usual for Russian submarines to sail near the UK, it's unusual for them to be found in the Irish Sea.
MoD looking for firms to support Offshore Patrol Vessels
The Ministry of Defence is inviting bidders to tender to provide in-service support for three Batch 1 River Class offshore patrol vessels and five Batch 2 River Class offshore patrol vessels.
Royal Navy looking for drones to protect ships
The Royal Navy are urgently looking for drones to be integrated onto forward deployed warships to to counter fast attack craft.
