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
Weekly Briefing – 14th of April 2019
The UK Defence Journal weekly briefing for the week ending 14th of April, 2019.
UK still ‘investigating potential’ of Destroyers in ballistic defence role
The Government insist they are continuing to 'investigate the potential' of operating Type 45 Destroyers in a ballistic missile defence role.
British Apache helicopters deploy to Estonia
British Apache helicopters have departed for Estonia.
NATO aircraft practice air policing drills over Estonia
Later this week German, Polish and Swedish fighter aircraft will practice Quick Reaction Alert procedures over Estonia.
Parachute Regiment train for jungle warfare in Belize
A Company, 2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment are on Exercise Mayan Warrior.
HMS Montrose arrives in Bahrain for three year deployment
The Royal Navy say that HMS Montrose will conduct regular patrols.
NATO takes part in international cyber security exercise
A team of nearly 40 cyber security experts are competing in the world’s largest 'live-fire cyber' security exercise.
German Baltic Air Policing detachment conducts operational training
The German detachment augmenting NATO’s Baltic Air Policing mission conducted operational training.
Leonardo awarded contracts worth $200m to support US military
Leonardo has been awarded two contracts worth about $200 million.
UK to purchase two Littoral Strike Ships
The UK is set to acquire two Littoral Strike Ships with the ability to launch troops and their equipment via helicopters and boats.
