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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

U.S. B-52s in multiple simulated strike missions in Europe

American bombers have been conducting strike exercises across Europe, integrating with NATO in training missions from Finland to Turkey, with Italy being the latest destination.

Royal Navy leads NATO submarine rescue exercise in Glasgow

The Royal Navy, alongside French and Norwegian naval specialists, has completed a three-day NATO submarine rescue exercise in Glasgow.

No commitments yet on UK peacekeeping force in Ukraine

As discussions about a potential peacekeeping force in Ukraine continue, the UK government has maintained its position of strong support for Ukraine while refraining from any formal commitment to deploying forces.

U.S. sees European defence headed by Britain and allies

"European leadership of NATO, led by the U.K., led by others, is, we believe, the future of defence on the continent" said US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Royal Navy Wildcat helicopter shoots down drone

815 Naval Air Squadron has demonstrated the air-to-air capabilities of the Wildcat Maritime Strike helicopter, successfully engaging and destroying fast-moving Banshee drones during a recent exercise.

U.S. bombers work with UK surveillance aircraft over Baltic

US Air Force B-52H Stratofortresses have participated in FORTRESS HAIL, alongside allied aircraft, conducting dynamic targeting exercises over the Baltic Sea and a live weapons drop in Finland.

Carrier in Scotland to load up on ammo ahead of deployment

HMS Prince of Wales arrived on the Clyde this morning to 'bomb up', loading ammunition and supplies so the vessel is able to deploy operationally.

UK withholds details on artillery buy amid negotiations

The UK government has declined to disclose details on the procurement and domestic manufacturing share of the RCH 155 howitzer, citing commercial sensitivities and ongoing negotiations.

Major military infrastructure upgrade completed at Leuchars

A significant upgrade to military infrastructure at Leuchars Station in Fife has been completed, delivering modernised facilities for soldiers based at the site, according to the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO).

ACUA Ocean celebrates naming of USV Pioneer

ACUA Ocean has marked a key milestone in the development of its autonomous unmanned surface vessel (USV) technology with a naming ceremony for the...