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
French frigate comes under British command
French frigate FS Jean Bart came under command of HMS Albion and her Littoral Response Group task group for combined exercises off Cyprus, say the Royal Navy.
Fourth new P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft named
The fourth new Royal Air Force Poseidon MRA1 maritime patrol aircraft has been named 'Spirit of Reykjavik' in honour of the role played by the Icelandic people during the Battle of the Atlantic.
Cooperation on AI will ‘boost security’ say NATO
"NATO is a natural platform for transatlantic cooperation of AI," the Deputy Secretary General underlined.
Fourth British P-8 Maritime Patrol Aircraft completes test flight
The fourth of nine Poseidon MRA1 Maritime Patrol Aircraft for the UK has completed a test flight in the United States.
Fifth and final new Offshore Patrol Vessel arrives in Portsmouth
Spey is expected to be ready for operations by early summer 2021.
British warship ignores Russian warnings
Despite Russian warnings, HMS Dragon has successfully helped to ensure freedom of navigation in the Black Sea.
British airpower continues to assist French operations in Mali
A C-17 Globemaster from RAF Brize Norton conducted a changeover of Chinook airframes successfully.
UK renationalises Atomic Weapons Establishment
The Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE) is responsible for the design, manufacture and support of nuclear warheads for the United Kingdom.
NATO deploys 2500 soldiers and 600 vehicles
2,500 soldiers and 600 vehicles are being deployed to Lithuania using trains, aircraft, ships and convoys.
Isle of Wight hijacking a ‘lucky escape’ says former Transport Minister
"The UK should use its role as host of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) – the only UN body headquartered in Britain – to improve global shipping security."
