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
Airbus and Dassault launch study into Future Combat Air System
France and Germany have awarded the first-ever contract – a Joint Concept Study – to Dassault Aviation and Airbus for the Future Combat Air System FCAS programme.
L3 ASV delivers small long-endurance autonomous vessel to Royal Navy
L3 ASV has announced the successful delivery of a long-endurance autonomous vessel known as the C-Enduro to the Royal Navy.
HMS Queen Elizabeth to deploy to the Pacific as ‘show of strength’
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has confirmed that HMS Queen Elizabeth will deploy to the Pacific as a "show of strength" in 2021.
French jets strike convoy entering Chad from Libya
French jets hit targets in northern Chad last week in support of local troops, the French military said in a statement.
British firm Meggitt wins $323m deal with US Defense Logistics Agency
Meggitt PLC is to supply $323m worth of wheels, brakes and other parts to the US military.
Lockheed gets $90m contract to explore F-35 cost reduction measures
Lockheed Martin has received a three-year, $90.3M contract modification from the U.S. Navy to identify and implement measures to reduce the cost of the F-35.
QinetiQ awarded $90m contract to support TALON robotic systems
QinetiQ North America has announced that it has been awarded a $90 Million contract to support the overall sustainment actions of the 'Tactical Adaptable Light Ordnance Neutralization' (TALON) family of robotic systems for the US Army.
Cobham awarded £50m contract for NATO Electronic Warfare pod systems
Cobham will provide Air and NATO Anti-Ship Missile Defence Evaluation Facility (NASMDEF) Systems to Leonardo for NATO JEWCS.
Frigate HMS Montrose visits Darwin, Australia
HMS Montrose has visited Australia’s northernmost city, Darwin.
Canadian Type 26 Frigate contract awarded after legal challenge dismissed
The Type 26 Global Combat Ship has been officially chosen as the design for the Canadian Surface Combatant despite a legal challenge from a rival bidder, with the contract having been awarded this morning.
