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
Leonardo signs agreement for Danish Navy defence systems
Leonardo has signed a framework agreement for the maintenance of defence systems in-service with the Danish Navy.
BMT 3D printing safety equipment for NHS
BMT say that as part of their ongoing support for the National Health Service, they’ve been using 3D printers to help alleviate the shortage of safety equipment for front-line workers.
NATO navies and air forces exercise in the Baltic Sea
Around 3,000 personnel from 19 NATO Allies and partners are taking part in the annual BALTOPS naval exercise that kicked off in the Baltic Sea, say NATO.
HMS Penzance and HMS Chiddingfold sail for three year deployment
The crews of minehunters HMS Penzance and Chiddingfold have sailed for the Middle East.
Canada and US order BAE APX-111 Mode 5 IFF units
The U.S. Navy, on behalf of itself and Canada, awarded BAE Systems a $58.7 million contract for procurement of Integrated Friend or Foe units for F/A-18 Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft.
UK extends support to French forces in Mali
The Chinooks and aircrew allow French troops to cover a much larger field of operations than they would otherwise be able to.
Fire aboard French nuclear attack submarine
A fire has broken out onboard French nuclear submarine Perle at Toulon naval base, reports local media.
BAE to produce more Vertical Launching System Canisters for US Navy
The U.S. Navy has awarded BAE Systems a contract to produce multiple types of Vertical Launching System (VLS) canisters with a total lifetime maximum value of $955 million.
Supercarrier USS Gerald R. Ford completes its largest aircraft embarkation
With Carrier Air Wing 8 embarked, American supercarrier USS Gerald R. Ford logged significant milestones this week during Post Delivery Test and Trials operations at sea.
French Navy submarine test fires M51 nuclear ballistic missile
French nuclear submarine 'Le Téméraire' has test fired an M51 submarine launched ballistic missile.
