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
British Destroyer ‘sole escort’ for American assault ship
HMS Duncan, a Royal Navy Type 45 Destroyer, has been operating as the sole escort vessel for the US Amphibious Ready Group in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Size of UK regular forces declines by over 15% in one decade
As of 2024, the strength of regular forces in the UK is 132,360 personnel, marking a decrease of 4,350 compared with the previous year.
UK considers Kongsberg Vanguard for mine hunting motherships
This contract aims to investigate whether the pre-existing commercial ship design can serve as a viable foundation for the UK's mine hunter mothership fleet.
Royal Navy has ‘too few’ warships says Minister
The Earl of Minto recognised the shortfall of warships in the Royal Navy.
New images show progress on huge Glasgow shipbuilding hall
Drone shots illustrate the rapid progress being made on the newest addition to the Glasgow skyline: the massive shipbuilding hall, or 'frigate factory', being built at the BAE Systems shipyard in Govan.
Belgian minehunter to join Ukrainian Navy spotted in London
Belgian minehunter Narcis has been spotted in London ahead of its transfer to Ukraine.
U.S. approves next-gen F/A-18 electronic warfare prototype
L3Harris is set to equip the aircraft with updated electronic warfare (ADVEW) technologies to protect naval aviators from emerging threats.
HMS Tamar Joins Tonga International Fleet Review
HMS Tamar proudly announced its participation in the Tonga International Fleet Review via Twitter this week.
British and French jets join forces for Pacific deployment
The exercise will involve British and French tanker aircraft supporting Typhoon and Rafale fighter jets on a nearly 10,000-mile journey to Australia.
American naval vessel captain relieved of duty
The commanding officer of the USS Hershel 'Woody' Williams has been removed, with the U.S. Navy citing a loss of confidence in his ability to command.
