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
Royal Navy trialling submarine hunting underwater gliders
Underwater submarine hunting gliders are being rigorously trialled in the North Atlantic, say the Royal Navy.
American and Australian warships team up in South China Sea
The U.S. Navy and Royal Australian Navy came together for operations in the South China Sea.
Coronavirus contact tracing app fails cyber security tests
The government's coronavirus contact tracing app has reportedly failed cyber security, performance and clinical safety tests.
French Mirage jets augment NATO air policing mission in Estonia
The French Air Force have deployed Mirage 2000-5 fighter aircraft to Ämari Air Base, Estonia, augmenting NATO’s peacetime Baltic Air Policing mission.
NATO warships from SNMG1 and SNMCMG1 join for exercise
SNMG1 and SNMCMG1 conducted a joint exercise in the waters between Norway and Denmark.
BAE Systems wins DARPA contract to develop machine learning analytics
BAE Systems say it aims to develop machine learning analytics as a service.
Standing NATO Maritime Group Two returns from the Black Sea
Units from Standing NATO Maritime Group Two (SNMG2) have carried out a three-day exercise programme after returning from the Black Sea, say NATO.
UK and US warships, submarine and aircraft conduct anti-sub exercise
The UK and US sent four ships, a submarine and a maritime patrol aircraft to the Arctic Circle for an anti-submarine warfare exercise.
RFA Argus meets up with HMS Medway in Caribbean
Support ship RFA Argus linked up with the Royal Navy’s permanent presence in the region, HMS Medway.
US Navy takes delivery of final Block II Super Hornet
The US Navy have taken delivery of the final Block II Super Hornet, closing out a run of 322 one-seater F/A-18Es and 286 two-seated F/A-18Fs.
