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 Queen Elizabeth and HMS Somerset arrive in Gibraltar
Aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth and frigate HMS Somerset have arrived in the British territory of Gibraltar this morning.
HMS Queen Elizabeth due in Gibraltar today
Supercarrier HMS Queen Elizabeth will visit the British territory of Gibraltar today.
HMS Sutherland calls into Diego Garcia for a routine stop
Type 23 Frigate HMS Sutherland has called into the British Indian Ocean Territory of Diego Garcia.
BAE testing of aircraft flexible payload bay is complete
Ground based trials to demonstrate the release of a full-sized store from an aircraft payload bay have successfully taken place thanks to a bespoke rig built at BAE Systems in Lancashire.
A look at Saab’s Swordfish maritime patrol aircraft
Saab's Swordfish maritime patrol aircraft is a combination of Bombardier’s Global 6000 ultra-long-range aircraft, General Dynamics Mission Systems Canada's acoustics processor and Saab’s airborne surveillance solutions.
BAE Systems win contract to modernise Head-up Displays for UAE F-16 fleet
BAE Systems has been selected by Lockheed Martin to modernise head-up displays (HUD) on F-16 aircraft for the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces, replacing the fleet’s analogue system with advanced digital technology.
BAE Systems selected to help US Navy identify and track threats
The US Navy has selected BAE Systems to provide equipment and support services for Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic (SPAWAR).
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Airbus says ‘new deal on A400M’ with buyers will limit future losses (by removing...
Airbus said buyers had agreed to work on contractual changes, including a 'new roadmap' for development and completion of capabilities for the A400M, in simple terms less promised capabilities are to be integrated and delivery is to be slowed.
HMS Montrose checks weapons, sensors and navigation equipment at Norwegian range
HMS Montrose has spent a week at the NATO weapon and sensor range in Norway.
Ministerial Communiqué released regarding the A400M Atlas Programme
A communiqué released today by the UK Government summarises the recent meeting of the A400M Partner Nations.
