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
NATO Defence Ministers wrap up two days of discussions in Brussels
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg wrapped up two days of important discussions between Allied Defence Ministers in Brussels this week.
NATO MARCOM and University of Plymouth Host Sea Power Conference
NATO Maritime Command and the Dartmouth Centre for Sea Power and Strategy at Plymouth University co-hosted the second annual MARCOM-DCSS Sea Power Conference, focusing on the Allied maritime dimension of deterrence.
NATO ships conduct advanced training in Eastern Mediterranean
Standing NATO Maritime Group Two (SNMG2) ships are taking their at sea training to an advanced level, performing Force Integration Training while patrolling in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, say the Alliance.
USS Porter departs Plymouth after waiting on storm to pass
The Arleigh Burke class destroyer USS Porter has departed Plymouth, following a port visit during a storm.
Orbex to launch Swiss nanosatellites from UK spaceport in Scotland
Orbex has announced that Swiss-based Astrocast SA, has selected Orbex to launch as many as 10 nanosatellites by 2023 in support of its global Internet of Things (IoT) network.
Concern that Type 26 Frigate engine work could go to France
Concern has been expressed by the Chairman of the Defence Select Committee that engine production could be taken away from GE Power in Rugby and given to a French firm in Nancy.
Spike in applications to join the Army after ‘Snowflake’ recruitment campaign
The British Army recently launched its latest recruitment campaign 'Your Army Needs You' and the results have been encouraging, despite earlier controversy.
Leonardo signs contract with NATO to support delivery of cyber capabilities
Under the new contract, Leonardo will continue to support the delivery of cyber-security capabilities to the NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) for a further 18 months.
Orbex unveils new rocket design for UK spaceport in Scotland
Orbex also revealed the world's largest 3D printed rocket engine and confirmed the first satellites to be launched from Scotland.
MARCOM hosts 5th Annual Ballistic Missile Defence exercise
Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO (STRIKFORNATO) and Allied Maritime Command (MARCOM) co-hosted the 5th annual NATO Maritime Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) Table Top Exercise at STRIKFORNATO headquarters this week with participants from NATO commands and nations.
