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
Saab to update Australian Army C-RAM capability
The C-RAM is a capability to protect friendly forces from hostile fire.
Iran unveils ‘cruise-missile equipped’ submarine
According to Iranian state media, President Rohani has inaugurated a new domestically built submarine armed with cruise missiles.
Northrop Australia selected to continue F-35 mission critical work
Northrop Grumman Australia recently welcomed the announcement of the assignment of maintenance, repair, overhaul and upgrade work.
Union say Rosyth job losses result of uncertainty
GMB, the shipbuilding union, has reacted to 150 proposed job losses at Babcock Rosyth.
Royal Navy and US Navy conduct security drills in disputed South China Sea
U.S. Navy fleet replenishment oiler USNS Guadalupe and Royal Navy frigate HMS Montrose conducted maritime security and logistics training in the South China Sea this week.
RFA Tidesurge joins the fleet
RFA Tidesurge has been welcomed to the fleet with a dedication service at Greenock Ocean Terminal near Glasgow, say the Royal Navy.
Commandant General Royal Marines and US Marine General strengthen relationship
The Commandant General Royal Marines, Maj. Gen. Charlie R. Stickland visited U.S. Marine Corps Forces Command last week.
AMRAAM-ER wind tunnel testing moves missile closer to production
Raytheon say it has successfully completed more than 1,700 rigorous wind tunnel tests on the newest, extended-range variant of the AMRAAM air-to-air missile.
MBDA packs integrated air defence capability on light vehicles
MBDA has presented the Atlas-RC/LIC2ORNE combination which, together with the Mistral missile, provides protection to light, mobile units.
NATO Air Chiefs discuss role in furthering readiness to bolster deterrence
General Tod D. Wolters hosted the first NATO Air Chiefs' Symposium of 2019, bringing commanders from NATO’s Air Forces and other Allied Command Operations headquarters together.
