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
UK Space Agency expands satellite tracking with new sensors
Slingshot Aerospace has been selected by the UK Space Agency to deliver a global optical sensor network that will expand the United Kingdom’s ability to track satellites and orbital debris as congestion in orbit continues to rise.
US launches Operation Southern Spear in Caribbean
The United States has escalated its military operations in the Caribbean with the launch of Operation Southern Spear.
Ministers questioned on US Caribbean strikes, intel sharing
Peers pressed the Government to explain its stance on recent US strikes on suspected drug-trafficking vessels in the Caribbean, repeatedly challenging Ministers over legality and intelligence sharing.
Pratt & Whitney opens Dutch hub for future propulsion tech
Pratt & Whitney has opened a new European Technology and Innovation Centre in the Netherlands to advance research into next-generation aircraft propulsion.
Nordic, Baltic allies fund $500m Ukraine arms package
Eight Nordic and Baltic nations will jointly finance a $500 million package of military equipment and munitions for Ukraine, sourced from the United States.
Embraer adds counter drone role to A-29 Super Tucano
According to Embraer, the approach draws on the aircraft’s electro-optical and infrared sensor for laser tracking and designation, wing-mounted 0.50 calibre guns, and laser-guided rockets to engage identified targets.
MP presses Ministers over F-35A nuclear role
Ben Obese-Jecty, Conservative MP for Huntingdon, argued that the Government’s announcement of the A-variant risks masking deeper questions about the UK’s combat air posture.
NATO tanks conduct combat drills near Russian border
The multinational tank force trained under conditions intended to simulate early stage Article 5 operations during an enemy invasion of NATO.
BAE Systems reports strong year and £27bn in new orders
BAE Systems says it is on track to meet its upgraded full-year guidance after what it describes as robust operational and financial performance in the second half of 2025, the company stated.
Fat Albert set to return to UK for major wing-box overhaul
The US Navy’s well known C-130 Hercules, Fat Albert, will return to Marshall Aerospace in Cambridge later this year for a centre wing box replacement that will add decades to the aircraft’s service life.
