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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

MBDA working on new electronic warfare weapon for UK

SPEAR-EW is being developed by MBDA to complete a wide range of Suppression of Enemy Air Defence (SEAD) missions.

RAF to sell BAE 146 transport aircraft fleet

The RAF are looking to sell off its BAE 146 transport fleet, aircraft primarily used to transport the Royal Family and other VIPs.

Saab presents first Gripen E to Brazil, flight testing to begin

Saab has presented Brazil with its first Gripen E.

Thales launch new unmanned naval concept

Thales and Steller Systems launched a new concept in warship design at DSEI, offering an evolutionary link from manned warships, through lean-manning, to a fully...

Admiral Nakhimov nuclear cruiser to return to Russian Navy in late 2022

The Admiral Nakhimov will rejoin the fleet in a few years time.

Marshall launches new deployable Matrix Containers

Marshall has launched a new standardised and reconfigurable Matrix Container system.

Type 31e order must be followed up by further commitments say Union

Prospect the Union has responded to an announcement by the Prime Minister on the Type 31e Frigate programme.

Javelin fired from Unmanned Ground Vehicle

The Javelin Joint Venture team have successfully fired Javelin missiles from an unmanned ground vehicle.

MP curiously dismisses Babcock Type 31e work as “mini frigate”

At 5,700 tonnes no one could realistically accuse the Type 31e of being a "mini frigate".

SKYNET 6 British military satellite project receives boost

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has announced the first step towards upgrading SKYNET.