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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

Contract awarded to design new British nuclear submarine

BAE, Rolls-Royce and Babcock will design a new class of nuclear powered attack submarines for the Royal Navy to replace the Astute class - currently referred to as SSN-Replacement (SSN-R).  

Argentina to purchase JF-17 ‘Thunder’ jets from Pakistan

Argentina intends to purchase 12 JF-17A Block III fighters from Pakistan according to a draft budget presented to the nations congress.

Marshall to partner on upcoming Tempest jet

Marshall has reached an agreement with BAE Systems to partner on design, manufacture and testing work as part of ongoing technology demonstration projects relating to Tempest.

Second Protector squadron to be 13 Squadron

The second RAF Squadron to operate the new Protector RG Mk1 aircraft has been revealed as 13 Squadron. 

HMS Glasgow has mast and funnel lifted into place

Type 26 Frigate HMS Glasgow recently hit two big milestones with the warships funnel and composite mast successfully lifted into place, say BAE Systems.

American C-130s land on highway during training exercise

U.S. Air Force Reserve Command crew landed a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft on a highway in Wyoming this week.

British F-35 jets to receive weapon capability enhancements

The funding allows for the SPEAR precision surface attack weapon and the Meteor beyond visual range air-to-air missile to be integrated onto British and Italian F-35 jets.

Military called in to relieve pressure on NHS Scotland

Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced that the British Army are to be called in to help NHS Scotland amid a major staffing and waiting time crisis.

UK wins Indonesian export contract for new frigates

Indonesian firms will build two 'Arrowhead 140' frigates in Indonesia with bespoke design modifications for the Indonesian Navy.

Babcock introduces ‘Arrowyard’ to assist local build efforts

Babcock has launched 'Arrowyard' to assist with local building the Arrowhead frigate.