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George Allison

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

Russia greenlights production of PAK-DA stealth bomber

The PAK-DA is expected to replace all current strategic bombers in the Russian Air Force by the next decade.

Australia tests Litening targeting pod on C-130 aircraft

Flight trials have started for a Royal Australian Air Force C-130J Hercules transport aircraft equipped with a Northrop Grumman Litening targeting pod.

First British P-8A Poseidon arriving in the UK today

The first of the UK's new P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft will land at Kinloss Barracks in Scotland this week.

DARPA selects BAE for next-generation advanced electronics

British firm BAE Systems has been awarded a contract from the US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to develop the next generation of mixed-signal electronics.

Triton drone arrives in Pacific for first deployment

Northrop Grumman's MQ-4C Triton unmanned aircraft system deployed for the first time recently.

Boeing donates 250,000 masks to battle Coronavirus in China

Boeing has today announced a donation of 250,000 medical-grade respiratory masks to address medical supply shortages in China.

British Officer takes over Gulf maritime security

A Royal Navy officer has formally taken command of the international mission to protect commercial shipping in the Gulf region.

HMS Queen Elizabeth Carrier Strike Group to deploy next year

Next year, HMS Queen Elizabeth will deploy with two frigates, two destroyers, a nuclear submarine and support vessels.

UK South Sudan UN mission draws to a close

Over the last four years the UK has had 300 personnel deployed to the UN mission in South Sudan.

A look at the P-8 Poseidon, Britain’s new submarine hunter

"Nine new Boeing P-8 Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft to increase further the protection of our nuclear deterrent and our new aircraft carriers. These aircraft will be based in Scotland and will also have an overland surveillance capability."