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
Russia to sign contract for upgraded Su-34 jets
Russia’s Defense Ministry plans to sign a new contract in the summer for the delivery of several dozen Sukhoi Su-34 bombers, according to local media.
Work starts on Rolls-Royce facility to support Canadian Type 26 Frigate build
Design and manufacture of the Rolls-Royce Mission Bay Handling System (MBHS) will take place inside the new facility say the firm.
Lord Adonis makes incorrect claim regarding Royal Navy size
Lord Adonis has incorrectly proclaimed that "Britain’s navy is now smaller than Italy’s!" in a now viral Tweet.
Apache helicopters prepare for Exercise Defender Europe 20
Exercise 'Defender Europe 20' is a US Army-led exercise involving 35,000 troops from 18 nations.
US Air Force complete U-2 SYERS-2C upgrades
The US Air Force recently completed flight testing and deployment of the latest variant of the sensor 'SYERS-2C' on the U-2.
US Air Force considering retiring 17 B-1 bombers
The US Air Force say that continuous bomber support operations over the last 20 years have taken a toll on the B-1 airframe structure due to "overuse in a manner not commensurate with its planned design".
MoD reveal number of experiments carried out on animals
The Ministry of Defence has carried out 58867 experimental procedures on animals since 2009.
HMS Prince of Wales to depart Portsmouth tomorrow
Aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales is expected to leave Portsmouth for the first time tomorrow morning.
UK commits Carrier Strike Group to NATO Readiness Initiative
The UK contribution to the NATO Readiness Initiative includes a UK-led brigade and a UK Carrier Strike Group.
Elbit selected to provide EW systems to the German Air Force
This is part of a wider modernisation programme being led by Airbus Helicopters.
