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
German Air Force to convert two Airbus A321neoLR for troop transport
Lufthansa will prepare the two aircraft for various types of missions such as troop transport and medical evacuation.
Germany, Belgium to procure MK 54 Lightweight Torpedoes
The U.S. State Department on has approved the sale of MK 54 lightweight torpedoes manufactured by Raytheon, to Germany and Belgium.
France to buy three E-2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft
The US State Department has approved the sale of three E-2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft and associated equipment to France.
US approves sale of 105 F-35 jets to Japan, including F-35Bs for carrier
The U.S. State Department has cleared the sale of 105 F-35 jets to Japan. The authorisation is for 63 F-35As and 42 F-35Bs.
World entering new military ‘Drone Age’ according to UN expert
The planet is moving into a "second drone age" with uncontrolled proliferation and no standards governing the use of armed drones, a United Nations expert has warned the UN Human Rights Council.
US ‘looking at banning TikTok and other Chinese apps’ over cybersecurity fears
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has said the US is "looking at" banning Chinese social media apps, notably including TikTok, over allegations China is using them to collect intelligence on users.
Drones to be used to deliver Covid-19 samples and medical supplies
Drones will be used to deliver medical supplies and samples from a Scottish hospital on the Argyll and Bute mainland.
Royal Navy, US Navy and Saudi Navy in mine hunt training
Participating ships included the USS Dextrous, the USS Gladiator, HMS Brocklesby and Royal Saudi Naval Force vessel Al-Shaqra.
RAF Texan T1 training aircraft fleet operation over water ‘minimised’
The operation of Texan T1 training aircraft over water is currently 'minimised' due to issues with the life raft, harness and life jacket on the aircraft.
UK loans Estonia four Jackal vehicles
Estonian Special Forces deploying to Mali will be loaned four Jackal armoured vehicles by the Ministry of Defence.
