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George Allison

George Allison
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George has a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and has a keen interest in naval and cyber security matters and has appeared on national radio and television to discuss current events. George is on Twitter at @geoallison

Two top American naval commanders relieved of duty

Captain Zaldy Valenzuela and Commander Art Palalay were dismissed on Sunday due to a U.S. Navy "loss of confidence in their ability to command."

Greece expands helicopter fleet with 35 Black Hawks

Greece has finalised a purchase of 35 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters from Sikorsky, a subsidiary of Lockheed Martin, as part of a U.S. Foreign Military Sale.

NATO and EU leaders agree on new global stability task force

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in their first official meeting since Rutte assumed his NATO role.

Britain to boost defence budget by £2.9bn

The Ministry of Defence is set to receive a £2.9 billion increase in its budget, announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in her first budget speech.

Curtains begin to close on American Harrier fleet

The shift from the Harrier to the F-35 Lightning II, while bittersweet, represents a crucial step in the U.S. Fleet Readiness Centre East's ongoing support of military readiness,

Fire erupts at nuclear submarine shipyard in Barrow

A major fire broke out early Wednesday morning at BAE Systems’ shipyard in Barrow, Cumbria, where new nuclear submarines are currently being constructed. The incident...

Royal Navy drones excel in joint exercise in Australia

The Royal Navy has successfully demonstrated its ability to operate and control autonomous and uncrewed systems in coordination with the Australian and US Navies.

British Army expands use of drones for combat and training

The British Army is increasingly integrating drones into military operations ranging from supply deliveries to high-speed drone racing.

Britain to have 41 F-35 jets by May 2025, more to come

Funding has already been delegated for an additional tranche of F-35B jets for Britain beyond the number already ordered.

Britain advances laser self-defence for aircraft

In response to a question from Labour MP Luke Akehurst on funding for the air protection laser self-protection system, Defence Minister Maria Eagle outlined the approach being taken.