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
Merlin engineers save £12m with part replacement ‘simple fix’
Engineers who maintain Merlin helicopters have saved £12m per year with what they call 'a simple fix'.
Could ‘Ellida’ be Britain’s future amphibious assault ship?
The UK is looking at 'Multi Role Support Ships' to provide future amphibious assault capabilities, but what might they look like?
American nuclear attack submarine visits Scotland
An American Virginia class nuclear submarine is visiting HMNB Clyde at Faslane, near Glasgow.
U.S. Navy test drone on aircraft carrier
The U.S. Navy has successfully manoeuvred MQ-25 on an aircraft carrier for the first time.
First Typhoon jets delivered to Kuwait
The first Typhoon jets for Kuwait have landed in the country.
BAE exploring military applications for Eve eVTOL aircraft
BAE Systems and Embraer say they will explore potential defence variants for the Eve eVTOL aircraft.
UK exploring ‘System on Chip’ for use in missile defence
The Ministry of Defence is looking to explore how the 'Internet of Things' and 'Systems on a chip' can improve missile defence capabilities via a £77k contract.
Japan and Britain finalising F-X fighter engine development plans
It has been reported in Japan that Tokyo is finalising its policy on how to jointly develop the engine of its upcoming F-X fighter with Britain.
First British ‘GPS style’ satellite to transmit test signal
The UK Space Agency-funded test project will deliver the first UK-generated satellite navigation signal.
‘We need a bigger navy’ says Defence Committee chair
Tobias Ellwood, Chair of the Defence Select Committee and MP for Bournemouth East, discussed his desire for a larger navy in ConservativeHome.
