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
Typhoon fighters launch from Scotland to intercept Russian bombers ignoring Air Traffic Control
The Russian Blackjacks long-range bombers were not talking to air traffic control, making them a hazard to all other aviation, say the Ministry of Defence.
‘No damage’ to HMS Audacious after smoke builds up inside
The incident is understood to have started in the control room of Audacious after an electrical short caused smoke to form.
Royal Navy fire warning at Spanish vessel near Gibraltar as it approaches nuclear submarine
A Royal Navy vessel fired a warning flare after Spanish Guardia Civil vessel got too close to nuclear submarine HMS Talent.
Plans to procure ‘at least 500’ Boxer vehicles move forward
A programme to supply the British Army with a new fleet of Boxer eight-wheeled armoured vehicles has taken a major step forward.
Government reiterate Type 31e frigate plans
The Government have again confirmed the numbers and entry into service date of the Type 31e Frigates.
HMS Talent loads up with Tomahawk cruise missiles in Gibraltar
HMS Talent, a Trafalgar class nuclear submarines, has been loading Tomahawk cruise missiles in Gibraltar.
Japanese warship exercises Ballistic Missile Defence capability for the first time
The JS ATAGO used an upgraded Aegis Combat System to test their Ballistic Missile Defence capability for the first time.
F-35 lift fan production site opens ahead of flight trials
The Bristol site is not only making the LiftFan for UK jets, but for all F-35B jets on order across the world.
US Forces conduct massive exercise ‘Valiant Shield’ in the Pacific
US military forces from the US Indo-Pacific Command are scheduled to participate in exercise Valiant Shield (VS) 2018 this month, around the Marianas Island Range Complex as well as on Guam.
UK unveils fleet of chemical detection robots and drones
A new fleet of robots and drones designed to test for chemical agents, provide 3D mapping and identify casualties have been put through their paces by troops, police officers and scientists for the first time.
