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
RAF respond to question over cost of Captain Tom flypast
A Freedom of Information request into "the TOTAL cost" of a flypast for Captain Tom even asked for the cost of "wear and tear on the planes involved"...
Feathered wing flying begins onboard HMS Queen Elizabeth
Feathered wings have touched down on the deck of aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth.
US Navy completes first AARGM-ER captive carry flight on F/A-18
The U.S. Navy have completed the first captive carry flight test of an Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile – Extended Range (AARGM-ER) missile on an F/A-18 Super Hornet at the Patuxent River test range.
Leonardo signs agreement for Danish Navy defence systems
Leonardo has signed a framework agreement for the maintenance of defence systems in-service with the Danish Navy.
BMT 3D printing safety equipment for NHS
BMT say that as part of their ongoing support for the National Health Service, they’ve been using 3D printers to help alleviate the shortage of safety equipment for front-line workers.
NATO navies and air forces exercise in the Baltic Sea
Around 3,000 personnel from 19 NATO Allies and partners are taking part in the annual BALTOPS naval exercise that kicked off in the Baltic Sea, say NATO.
HMS Penzance and HMS Chiddingfold sail for three year deployment
The crews of minehunters HMS Penzance and Chiddingfold have sailed for the Middle East.
Canada and US order BAE APX-111 Mode 5 IFF units
The U.S. Navy, on behalf of itself and Canada, awarded BAE Systems a $58.7 million contract for procurement of Integrated Friend or Foe units for F/A-18 Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft.
UK extends support to French forces in Mali
The Chinooks and aircrew allow French troops to cover a much larger field of operations than they would otherwise be able to.
Fire aboard French nuclear attack submarine
A fire has broken out onboard French nuclear submarine Perle at Toulon naval base, reports local media.
