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George Allison

George Allison
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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

Unmanned ‘Bladerunner’ surface vessel undergoes trials

The UK's Maritime Autonomy Surface Testbed, an unmanned surface vessel based on the innovative 'Bladerunner' hull, has undergone trials in the Thames.

Captain of HMS Queen Elizabeth talks about the supercarriers future

Captain of HMS Queen Elizabeth, Captain Jerry Kyd, talks about the exciting future of the new carrier and what it will mean for the Royal Navy.

Reaper unmanned aircraft pound Islamic State

A Reaper remotely piloted aircraft system supported Iraqi security forces advancing near Qayyarah.

WATCH: ScanEagle Launch and Recovery aboard a frigate

ScanEagle is a reconnaissance aircraft that can be launched from ships day or night to gather intelligence and survey the wider area of operations.

HMS Diamond to conduct ‘Sovereignty Patrol’ of Gibraltar waters

HMS Diamond is to conduct a 'Sovereignty Patrol' of Gibraltars waters. The Type 45 Destroyer is currently in the area before deploying to fight smugglers.

Typhoon jets strike Islamic State bunkers

Typhoon aircraft operating ten miles north of Mosul delivered a Paveway attack on a bunker and tunnel network, destroying their targets.

Work begins on fourth Offshore Patrol Vessel at Clyde yard

Work has started on the fourth of five new Offshore Patrol Vessels being built on the Clyde, this work is in addition to 8 Type 26 and 5 Type 31 Frigates.

UK Government admit no warships if Scotland had voted ‘Yes’

"No warships would ​have been built on the Clyde, because the United Kingdom Government would not have chosen to build them there."

Smallest Royal Navy ship paves the way for the largest

The smallest vessel in the Royal Navy is playing a key role in the maiden voyage by Britain's largest warship.

HMS Triumph returns to the fleet

Following an extensive period in maintenance and a number of equipment upgrades, HMS Triumph has rejoined the front-line fleet.