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
Royal Navy looking at fixed-wing carrier based drone for AEW
By 2030 the Royal Navy plan to have moved carrier based 'Airborne Early Warning' capability from Merlin helicopters to 'Vixen' fixed wing drones.
UK considering carrier based drones for aerial refuelling
The Royal Navy is looking at the use of "organic UAS Air to Air Refuelling".
American MV-22 Osprey trains with RFA Mounts Bay
Further link ups are planned this Spring when Mounts Bay joins HMS Albion and the UK’s Littoral Strike Group heads to the Baltic.
UK Defence Journal Charity T-Shirt Sale
We’re attempting to raise money for an armed forces charity by selling UK Defence Journal t-shirts.
BAE secures maritime support contracts worth over £1bn
BAE Systems will retain its role supporting the Royal Navy at Portsmouth Naval Base.
Dreadnought nuclear subs to use ‘fly by wire’ tech
'Fly-by-wire' technology, often used in aircraft, will be used by Dreadnought class submarines.
BAE sweeten Typhoon deal with Finland
Finland has been invited to have a role in the future capability development the radar,
Composition of UK Carrier Strike Group confirmed
Nine ships, 5 squadrons of aircraft and 3,700 personnel will deploy to the Asia-Pacific region.
Russian forces begin massing on border with Ukraine
Russian military equipment is being moved to the Ukrainian border as part of a significant buildup of Russian forces.
BAE wins $42.5m contract for Landing Systems Integration
BAE has been awarded a $42.5m contract by the U.S. Navy to provide shore-based landing systems integration support services.
