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
First Type 31 Frigate now due to enter the water soon
Babcock has confirmed revised timescales for its first Type 31 Inspiration Class frigate, announcing that HMS Venturer is now expected to float off in the first half of the 2025-26 financial year.
Saab opens advanced manufacturing campus in Fareham
Saab UK has officially inaugurated its new three-building manufacturing campus in Fareham, Hampshire, enhancing Britain’s sovereign radar and underwater robotics capabilities.
New scheme launched to recycle fighter jet parts
Known as 'Tornado 2 Tempest', the initiative grinds down surplus Tornado parts into a powdered metal feedstock used in 3D printing, creating new components for the Tempest programme.
Commandos conduct surf drills for raiding operations
Royal Marine Commandos have been carrying out surf drills, designed to ensure personnel can safely negotiate the rollers and breakers on a beach.
Merlin helicopter ‘opens fire’ in Scotland
Merlin helicopter crews from 845 Naval Air Squadron, part of the Commando Helicopter Force, have been practising their gunnery on a weeks visit to Tain Air Weapons Range in Scotland.
Robotic dogs use lasers to help detect and defuse bombs
A live trial led by Ministry of Defence scientists has showcased advanced robotic systems – including ‘robot dogs’ – successfully detecting and defusing bomb threats.
British nuclear submarine stocks up on cruise missiles
HMS Anson, an Astute-class nuclear-powered submarine, has been loading Tomahawk cruise missiles while docked in Gibraltar.
Spanish group protests British sub being in British port
Nuclear submarine HMS Anson recently docked in Gibraltar Harbour, drawing the ire of Verdemar-Ecologistas en Acción, a Spanish environmental organisation.
British fighter jets in America for huge ‘Red Flag’ exercise
The Royal Air Force has deployed Typhoon and Voyager aircraft, along with supporting personnel, to participate in Exercise Red Flag Nellis, marking the event’s 50th anniversary and 48 years of UK involvement.
New frigate crew gift donation to Glasgow school
Crew members from the Royal Navy’s first Type 26 frigate, HMS Glasgow, have visited Holy Cross School in the city’s Southside.
