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
617 Squadron ‘The Dambusters’ presented with new standard
617 Squadron, 'The Dambusters', have been presented with a new Standard during a Consecration Parade at RAF Marham in Norfolk.
Boeing to replace Huey helicopters with Americanised AW139 in $2.4b contract
Boeing has won a $2.38bn contract to replace the US Air Force’s fleet of UH-1N Huey helicopters.
Airbus signs contract for HERON TP drones with the German Armed Forces
The contract includes both the provision of Heron TP UAS as well as all operational services required for the system.
‘At least two’ Type 23 Frigates reportedly to be axed in new cuts
It has been reported that while assault ships HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark have been saved, at least two Type 23 frigates will have to be axed.
Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 concludes participation in NAIAS 2018
Standing NATO Maritime Group Two (SNMG2) have concluded exercise NAIAS 2018.
UK to procure batch of eight APY-10 radar systems for Poseidon
Raytheon has been awarded a $46m contract for eight APY-10 radar system production kits for the United Kingdom for the P-8A Poseidon.
Multiple risks to delivery of nuclear deterrent say Committee
The Public Accounts Committee warn that the MoD faces significant pressures to provide the network of programmes, equipment and people, often termed the 'Nuclear...
Army details new gender-free physical fitness standards for combat roles
The British Army has been demonstrating its new In-Service Physical Employment Standards for all ground close combat roles which will come into effect from 2019.
Netherlands explores possibility of buying more F-35 jets
Dutch defence minister Ank Bijleveld has eliminated the country’s budget cap for F-35 purchases, opening the possibility of buying more F-35 jets.
BAE developing eye tracking technology to control fighter jets
BAE Systems are developing technologies to enable pilots to control the fighter jet of the future with the blink of an eye.
