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George Allison
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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

British Typhoon jets to receive AESA radar upgrade

The ECRS2 is a multi-functional array (MFA) that will give UK Typhoons a world-leading electronic warfare capability, in addition to traditional radar functions, including wideband electronic attack.

BAE deliver first production Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle to US Army

The first Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) has driven off the BAE Systems production line to be delivered to the U.S. Army.

Rolls-Royce announces breakthrough in AI ethics and trustworthiness

Rolls-Royce has announced two breakthroughs in artificial intelligence ethics, which the firm say could help gain society’s trust of the technology.

Two Royal Navy minehunters arrive in Gulf

HMS Chiddingfold and Penzance have arrived in the Gulf after a 6,000-mile trip from the UK.

United States test launches intercontinental ballistic missile

The U.S. Air Force was keen to emphasis however that "test launches are not a response or reaction to world events or regional tensions".

HMS Queen Elizabeth to ‘cover whole deck with aircraft’ for exercise

HMS Queen Elizabeth will embark two F-35 Squadrons and a full rotary wing group.

Tokyo evaluating the AgustaWestland AW609 commercial tiltrotor

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government recently announced the intention to evaluate the AW609 commercial tiltrotor.

Aircraft declares emergency after leaving Glasgow Airport

Loganair flight LM427 declared an emergency over Glasgow this evening before returning to Glasgow Airport shortly after.

NATO discusses situation in the eastern Mediterranean with President Erdogan

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg spoke by telephone with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Friday.

Saab reveals new decoy missile for Gripen

Saab’s offering to Finland includes advanced Electronic Warfare systems, comprising of a newly developed Electronic Attack Jammer Pod and a decoy missile system say the firm.