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
HMS Westminster escorts Russian vessels through English Channel
Type 23 Frigate HMS Westminster has sailed today to escort Russian vessels through the English Channel.
Babcock, Thales, BMT, Harland & Wolff and Ferguson Marine join forces for Type 31...
Babcock, Thales, BMT, Harland & Wolff and Ferguson Marine have teamed up to form ‘Team 31’ a consortium to bid for the Type 31 Frigate which will see the vessel built around the UK.
British and Indian armies undertake joint exercise
British and Indian troops joined forces for an exercise in order to 'enhance combat tactics' on both sides.
A guide to the UK’s RC-135 Rivet Joint surveillance aircraft
The United Kingdom purchased three KC-135R aircraft for conversion to RC-135W Rivet Joint standard under the Airseeker project, let's take a closer look.
RAF carry out over 1,700 strikes against Islamic State
RAF aircraft have carried out over 1,700 strikes against Islamic State since 2014 and in his first visit to Cyprus, Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson also met the crews who are playing a vital role in the coalition campaign to defeat Islamic State.
A400M refuels six F-18 fighters in one flight
An Airbus A400M has successfully refuelled six Spanish Air Force F-18 fighters in a single mission as part of an air-to-air refuelling certification flight.
QinetiQ and MoD to invest £20m in Environmental Test Centre
QinetiQ and the Ministry of Defence are investing £20 million into MoD Shoeburyness to upgrade the Environmental Test Centre based at the range.
A guide to British amphibious and sea-lift vessels
British amphibious and sea-lift capability rests in the hands of specialised vessels let's take a look at those vessels.
A guide to the Dreadnought class nuclear submarine
The Dreadnought class will replace the Vanguard class submarines from 2028 onwards and will host the United Kingdom's nuclear deterrent.
Britain to purchase MK54 lightweight torpedo array kits destined for P-8 Poseidon
Northrop Grumman has been awarded a $18.6 million contract for the production of MK54 Mod 0 lightweight torpedo array kits for the US Navy and UK.
