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
1917 – A film review
1917 depicts the horrors of trench warfare of the First World War with raw tension, terror and urgency.
BAE and Renishaw to developing 3D printing capability defence sector
BAE say they have signed an agreement to work with Renishaw on the development of 3D printing capabilities for the defence sector.
Leonardo’s Falco Xplorer drone completes first flight
The new Remotely-Piloted Air System, the largest Leonardo has ever built, has successfully undergone its first test flight.
Soldiers and aircrew practice key battlefield skills
Soldiers from 13 Air Assault Support Regiment Royal Logistic Corps hooked up vehicles and equipment to an RAF Chinook helicopter.
RFA Tiderace enters refit and maintenance period
RFA Tiderace is now in dry dock at Cammell Laird receiving routine maintenance.
HMS Queen Elizabeth to sail Tuesday for F-35 training
HMS Queen Elizabeth is sailing to conduct Carrier Qualifications as well as Landing Signal Officer qualifications with 207 Squadron, the UK's F-35 Lightning training squadron.
BAE spends $2.2bn buying US defence electronics businesses
BAE has announced it will acquire Collins Aerospace’s Military Global Positioning System business and Raytheon’s Airborne Tactical Radios business.
Dynetics X-61A swarming air vehicle undertakes maiden flight
Dynetics say they have successfully flown the X-61A Gremlins Air Vehicle (GAV) for the first time.
HMS Queen Elizabeth to sail with F-35 jets for training
Aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth will soon depart Portsmouth to conduct exercises in UK waters with F-35 jets.
US Navy to name new carrier after Doris Miller
A future Gerald R. Ford class aircraft carrier will be named in honour of World War II hero Ship’s Cook Third Class Doris Miller, say the US Navy.
