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
HMS Enterprise takes part in search and rescue exercise
HMS Enterprise worked with Cyprus for a search and rescue exercise in the Mediterranean, say the Royal Navy.
Rolls-Royce wins contract to provide systems for new nuclear reactors in China
Rolls-Royce was awarded a contract by China National Nuclear Corporation to provide the Neutron Flux Monitoring System for two nuclear reactors currently under construction in China.
BAE Systems wins $495m range instrumentation contract
The U.S. Air Force has awarded BAE Systems a $495 million contract to continue to provide a wide range of instrumentation support and sustainment services to military and government agencies for the U.S. and its allies.
5th British P-8 Poseidon named ‘Fulmar’ rolls off production line
The 5th British P-8 Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft has rolled out of final assembly and we can reveal that the aircraft is named 'Fulmar' after a type of seabird.
Coronavirus delays sailing of British aircraft carrier
HMS Queen Elizabeth was due to sail from Portsmouth today however the Royal Navy have now confirmed that this is being delayed due to personnel testing positive for COVID-19.
BAE to modernise American destroyer in $103.5m contract
BAE Systems has received a $103.5 million contract from the U.S. Navy for the maintenance and modernisation of the Arleigh Burke class destroyer USS Preble.
UK risks ‘being left behind in combat’ if it scraps its tanks
With the debate about the future of British heavy ongoing, RUSI have published an article titled 'The British Army Should Seek to Retain an Armoured Capability'.
RAF C-130J declares emergency and drops 10,000ft but lands safely
BREAKING: A Royal Air Force C-130J has declared an emergency off the coast of Scotland and dropped around 10,000ft in the space of 60 seconds before diverting to Leuchars.
Watchkeeper drone carries out border patrol over the English Channel
"We remain fully committed to support the UK Home Office as they tackle the increasing number of small boats crossing the English Channel," said a statement from the British Army.
British RC-135 and Sentinel surveillance aircraft operating over Black Sea
British surveillance aircraft were operating over the Black Sea near Crimea at the same time two American B-52 bombers approached the disputed territory before turning back.
