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
British and American naval chiefs strengthen military partnership
US Chief of Naval Operations Adm. John Richardson visited London to highlight the importance of the US and Royal Navy partnership.
Pentagon joins battle over British defence spending, warns against ‘risk of erosion’
US Defence Secretary Jim Mattis told his British counterpart that Washington is concerned that the UK's military power and diplomatic influence being diminished.
Saab Australia congratulates BAE Systems, looks forward to working on new Type 26 Frigates
Saab Australia will develop and supply the tactical interface for the nine Type 26 Frigates being built under the Future Frigate programme.
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Wildcat helicopter works alongside Apache
A British Army Wildcat reconnaissance helicopter laser designated a target for an Apache hellfire missile launch.
Boeing Chinook Block II upgrade project moves to final assembly
Boeing and the US Army celebrated a major CH-47F Block II milestone with the loading of the first engineering and manufacturing development helicopter into final assembly this week.
New NATO Air Power Strategy ‘reflects central role of Air in defence’
NATO has released its new Joint Air Power Strategy.
German Air Force ‘In dire straits’ says Chief of Staff
Germany’s air force is in dire straits and funds are urgently needed to modernise its weaponry and systems, the air force chief of staff said according to local reports.
Royal Navy vessels join NATO exercise in Baltics
Seven Archer class vessels from the Royal Navy’s 1st Patrol Boat Squadron have taken part in BALTOPS, alongside 43 other ships and 60 aircraft from 22 allied nations.
Martin-Baker awarded a $7.7m contract for F-35 ejection seat components
Martin-Baker Aircraft Co is being awarded a $7,687,490 contract for the manufacture of 614 explosive cartridge kits; and 943 each of 12 different explosive cartridges used in the Martin-Baker ejection seat in F-35 aircraft.
The Clyde and the Type 26 Frigate – A never ending source of conspiracy...
It seems that every week and every new announcement regarding the Type 26 Frigate brings claims that the Clyde is being "sold out" or "betrayed", this week Australia is somehow at fault.
