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
814 Naval Air Squadron hunt subs in Mediterranean
The submarine hunters scored 'several kills' when they joined NATO's biggest anti-submarine exercise in the Mediterranean, say the Royal Navy.
Saab to provide Mid-Life Extension for UK ‘Arthur’ Systems
Saab has received an order from the Ministry of Defence for a mid-life extension and support for the Arthur weapon locating system.
US Navy to ‘reimagine’ the future of the aircraft carriers
The US Navy is commissioning a study to reimagine the future of the aircraft carrier and carrier-based naval aviation.
Norway cancels Exercise Cold Response due to coronavirus
The Norwegian Armed Forces have decided to end NATO exercise Cold Response. The closure will be conducted in a "controlled matter".
Typhoon jets scrambled from RAF Lossiemouth
Two Russian aircraft passed by the west coasts of Scotland and Ireland before reaching the Celtic Sea.
HMS Sutherland hunts submarines on Arctic exercise
HMS Sutherland is on Exercise Cold Response 2020, say the Royal Navy.
UK confirm order of ‘fleet of 50 Apache’ AH-64E attack helicopters
The confirmation comes after a support contract for a "fleet of 50" AH-64E Apache aircraft was awarded to Boeing.
Royal Marines test unmanned craft in Norway
Trials in Norway saw unmanned equipment tested in an operational setting for the first time, say the Royal Navy.
The Royal Navy say that Royal...
Work underway to replace AS-90 self propelled gun
It has been revealed that "work is underway" to replace the AS-90 155mm self-propelled gun.
Why do British jets ‘protect’ Irish airspace?
Ireland lacks aircraft that can climb high enough or go fast enough to intercept Russian aircraft.
