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
Sailors training to operating autonomous minehunters
Mine warfare experts from HMS Shoreham have returned from the Gulf and are to re-train to use new automated minehunters.
RAF to introduce additional swarming drone squadron
216 Squadron, currently trialling swarming drones, will be joined by at least one other squadron.
Carrier Strike Group suffering COVID-19 outbreak
It has been reported that "almost half" of the warships in HMS Queen Elizabeth's Carrier Strike Group have been hit by positive COVID-19 cases.
Britain and America extend aircraft carrier cooperation
The extended agreement lays down guidelines to ensure that the training and operation of both nations' carrier forces are "harmonised".
HMS Queen Elizabeth joins USS Ronald Reagan, USS Iwo Jima
The combined Queen Elizabeth, Ronald Reagan and Iwo Jima strike groups "symbolise the might of the U.S. and UK partnership".
Russia unveils another new aircraft carrier design
Russia has unveiled a new aircraft carrier design.
At an annual Russian defence exhibition, the Krylov State Scientific Center unveiled concept for a new aircraft...
British carrier group exercises with Japanese warship
HMS Queen Elizabeth's Carrier Strike Group has exercised with a Japanese warship in the Gulf of Aden.
Babcock builds up supply chain for Greek frigate programme
Babcock is gearing up to showcase its frigate project credentials during 'Defence Exhibition Athens' to promote its bid to deliver the Hellenic Navy’s new frigates.
Typhoon jet to get anti-ship cruise missile
The 'Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapon' will be fitted to Typhoon jets from 2030.
Type 26 Frigate to be armed with anti-ship cruise missiles
The 'Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapon' will be fitted to Type 26 Frigates from 2028.
