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
Boeing delivers 100th P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft
The U.S. Navy received its 100th P-8A aircraft from Boeing as the global fleet, which also includes the Indian Navy and Royal Air Force, approaches 300,000 flight hours.
Airbus supplies EU with satellite communications
The contract named 'EU SatCom Market' will allow EU member states to centralise their satellite communications requirements and obtain "coordinated, more economical and effective" access to these services.
Latvia and Estonia place orders for Carl-Gustaf M4
Saab say deliveries will take place between 2021 and 2024.
Hensoldt to upgrade German Tornado IFF systems
As part of the modernisation of all of NATO's Identification-Friend-or-Foe (IFF) systems to Mode 5 standard, Hensoldt is equipping 90 German Tornado jets with its Mode 5-capable LTR 400 transponder.
NATO Mine Countermeasures Group 1 concludes deployment
SNMCMG1 currently consists of the German flagship and replenishment vessel Donau, the Norwegian minesweeper Otra, the German minehunter Fulda and the British minehunter HMS Ramsey.
US Navy awards BAE contract for communications support
BAE Systems has been awarded a $10.5m contract from the United States Navy.
How many days did the Type 23 Frigates spend at sea in recent years?
Have you wondered how many days the Type 23 Frigate fleet spent at sea over the last few years?
Austria awards C-130 avionics contract to British firm Marshall
The Austrian Air Force has awarded a multi-million-pound contract to Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group to update the navigation systems on its fleet of three former Royal Air Force C-130K aircraft.
British Army Airborne troops take part in Exercise Black Flight
The British Army say that 16 Air Assault Brigade has remained at very high readiness to deploy on overseas operations and training.
HMS Atherstone offered up for sale
The Defence Equipment Sales Authority say that the vessel has the potential to be used as "a unique houseboat, a stylish restaurant, a floating bar, or even an office-space".
