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George Allison

George Allison
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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

UK to purchase two Littoral Strike Ships

The UK is set to acquire two Littoral Strike Ships with the ability to launch troops and their equipment via helicopters and boats.

Reaction Engines complete SABRE rocket engine temperature trials

Reaction Engines tested their precooler heat exchanger.

Exercise Joint Warrior reaches peak

The biggest military exercise in the UK, Joint Warrior, continues after a hugely successful opening first week.

Poland prepares to order UK built AW101 military helicopters

Poland has signed a £77m agreement relating to AW101 military helicopters.

NATO fighters and refuellers to train in Netherlands

Live-fly exercises are taking place in the airspace over the Netherlands.

Saab to deliver Radars for Canadian Joint Support Ships

Saab has received an order for delivery of Sea Giraffe AMB naval radars.

New Joint Air Defence Group launched

Command has transferred from the Royal Air Force to the Army. 

Japanese F-35 reported missing, search underway

The Japanese Air Self-Defence Force has announced that an F-35 has been lost.

Reaper strikes Islamic State fighters in a trench

A Reaper unmanned aircraft hit two terrorists in a trench at Baghuz Fawqani.

It’s time for a new comment section on our website

The UK Defence Journal has been using the same comment system for five years now.