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
More than 40% of young people put careers on hold
More than 40% of young people put their career plans on hold due to pandemic, according to research presented by BAE Systems.
British frigate demonstrates firepower
Effective at ranges up to about 2,000 metres, bullets from the new heavy machine-guns can penetrate light armour and will "tear through" speed boats.
Trident missile tested off Florida coast
The launch didn't go unnoticed in Florida after the public noticed a 'comet like' streak in the sky.
DARPA selects three companies for LongShot drone
The three firms will have to design an air-launched drone that fires multiple air-to-air weapons.
New Protector drone to operate from Waddington this summer
SkyGuardian, a pre-production example of the new Protector Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS), will operate from the Lincolnshire station in July.
‘Almost a bomber’ – The Nimrod MRA4
Many people aren't aware that the scrapped Nimrod MRA4 was wired up to carry a range of ordnance including Storm Shadow cruise missiles and satellite guided bombs.
Israeli firm to supply light tanks to undisclosed country
Elbit Systems have been awarded a contract to supply an undisclosed number of light tanks to an undisclosed country in the Asia-Pacific region.
U-2S ‘Dragon Lady’ spy plane departs RAF Akrotiri
An American U-2S 'Dragon Lady' spy plane has left RAF Akrotiri on Cyprus and appears to be heading to RAF Fairford in the UK.
Plans advance for first orbital rocket launch from UK soil
The project, known as the 'UK Pathfinder Launch', will see a satellite launched into orbit from Scotland in 2022.
British carrier prepares for operational deployment
At its largest, the Carrier Strike Group will comprise more than a dozen warships and support vessels playing host to three dozen F-35B jets and helicopters.
