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
Aircraft draws womans body in sky over Scotland
In a unique display, a private aircraft has drawn the shape of a woman's body over Scotland.
Ministry of Defence tenders £100m global refuelling contract
The Ministry of Defence has announced a £100 million tender for the Defence Fuels Global Resupply Capability (DFGRC) contract.
US and UK contract for submarine weapon support
The work will ensure the operational readiness and technical support of the UK's submarine fleet,
British aircraft carrier completes repairs and upgrades
HMS Queen Elizabeth has completed repair work and capability upgrades at Rosyth and will now undergo sea trials to prepare for future tasking.
France hands command of SNMG2 to Canadian Navy
Recently, SNMG2 provided significant logistical support and conducted surveillance of Russian activities in the Mediterranean.
Babcock reports £90m loss on Type 31 Frigate contract
Despite this setback, the defence contractor reported stronger-than-expected cashflow and a 34% increase in underlying operating profit to approximately £238 million for the year ending March 2024.
NATO forces ‘demonstrate unity’ in German arctic exercise
More than 80 Allied aircraft and over 500 personnel are currently participating in German-led exercise Arctic Defender.
Finnish and Romanian air forces conduct joint training
Finnish and Romanian fighter aircraft conducted joint flying training missions with a Romanian C-130 transport aircraft along the Black Sea.
Scottish RAF base completes £350m upgrade
RAF Lossiemouth's six-year, £350 million upgrade now supports additional Typhoons, P-8A Poseidons, and a U.S. Navy detachment.
Drones banned over part of Scotland due to carrier departure
The Civil Aviation Authority has announced a temporary ban on drones over the Firth of Forth from 19 July to 24 July 2024, as HMS Queen Elizabeth prepares to leave Rosyth after undergoing critical repairs.
