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
UK Space Agency launch study into nuclear-powered space exploration
The UK Space Agency and Rolls-Royce are joining forces for a study into how nuclear power could be used for space exploration.
British Hovercraft builder delivers new 995EDs
Hovercraft builder Griffon Hoverwork has delivered new 995EDs to Hong Kong and Estonia.
UK to supply 100 military vehicles to Lebanon ‘at no cost’
The UK intends to supply a fleet of RWMIK+ Land Rovers "at no cost to the Lebanese Armed Forces".
Merlin helicopter declares emergency after departing Culdrose
A Royal Navy Merlin helicopter declared an emergency at low level after departing RNAS Culdrose.
BAE Systems to support U.S. Harrier fleet to 2029
BAE Systems have signed a nine-year agreement to enhance availability of the U.S. Marine Corps' AV-8B Harrier II fleet.
Typhoon jet scrambled to intercept civilian aircraft
A 'loud bang' was heard over south-east England as a Typhoon jet scrambled to intercept a civilian aircraft.
UK defence equipment plan ‘remains unaffordable’
Today's report from the National Audit Office finds that the Defence Equipment Plan "remains unaffordable for the fourth successive year".
American nuclear submarine leaves Faslane
The USS New Hampshire, a Virginia class nuclear submarine, has left the Clyde after a routine port call.
BMT awarded contract for new Scottish ferry design
The new ferry will be designed to replace the vessels currently operated down river of Glasgow.
Lockheed deliver HELIOS laser weapon to U.S. Navy
This will be the only deployed laser system integrated into an operational Flight IIA DDG.
