George Allison
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
A look at the P-8 Poseidon, Britain’s new submarine hunter
"Nine new Boeing P-8 Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft to increase further the protection of our nuclear deterrent and our new aircraft carriers. These aircraft...
Britain to lead battalions deployed to Eastern Europe
British forces are to play a leading role in the recently announced NATO deployment to Poland and the Baltic States. Defence Secretary Michael Fallon said:
"I...
British P-8 purchase expected shortly
Defence officials are expected to put a purchase of nine Boeing P-8 maritime patrol aircraft into motion any day now.
Egypt receives first new assault ship, Gamal Abdel Nasser
The Gamal Abdel Nasser a helicopter carrier of the French Mistral class. The vessel was originally built for the Russian Navy.
Leader of Islamic State reportedly killed in US airstrike
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, leader of Islamic State has reportedly been killed in a US airstrike.
British forces “playing major role” in liberating Fallujah
The RAF have concentrated air operations in the vicinity of Fallujah, assisting Iraqi forces in their battle for the city.
Challenger tank upgrade competition heats up
BAE Systems, Lockheed Martin, Rheinmetall and others in the industry have expressed interest in the Challenger tank upgrade project.
HMS Dauntless temporarily reduced to harbour training ship
An engineering remedy is being worked on and HMS Dauntless will eventually return to operations, this however will not be for a few years.
RFA Lyme Bay takes over as Gulf mothership
RFA Lyme Bay has taken over the role of minehunter mother ship in Persian Gulf.
Red Arrows cut displays at Farnborough due to safety regulations
It is understood that only straight and level flypasts are permitted, meaning that the Red Arrows will not be able to perform complex displays.
