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George Allison

George Allison
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George Allison is the founder and editor of the UK Defence Journal. He holds a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and specialises in naval and cyber security topics. George has appeared on national radio and television to provide commentary on defence and security issues. Twitter: @geoallison

Drone video shows Glasgow frigate factory being built

Drone shots, collected over a 14-month period, show the progress of a massive new 'frigate factory' in Glasgow.

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UK flexes rapid deployment of rocket artillery to Estonia

A Royal Air Force A400M delivered a Multiple Launch Rocket System to the British Army exercising in Estonia.

British forces conduct ‘helicopter assault’ in Estonia

16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team is the British Army's 'Global Response Force', held at very high readiness to respond to crises worldwide. It is specially trained and equipped to deploy by parachute, helicopter and airlanding.

MOD looking to purchase 40mm Grenades in £150m contract

The MOD is currently exploring market capabilities for providing a comprehensive suite of 40mm grenades, including both high-velocity and low-velocity variants.

American B-52 bombers circle Russian enclave Kaliningrad

American B-52 bombers departed the UK and flew a loop around the Russian enclave of Kaliningrad as a deterrent to Russia.

British surveillance aircraft patrols near Black Sea

A Royal Air Force RC-135 surveillance aircraft was deployed to monitor Russian forces in occupied Ukraine.

Drone sightings reported over British nuclear facilities

From alarm activations to mysterious drone sightings and even accidental overflights.

Harland & Wolff looking to build floating docks for Faslane

Two shipyards in Scotland, both run by Harland & Wolff, are positioning themselves to build two new floating dry-docks to maintain submarines at Faslane.

Shipyard closure reports – GMB union criticises Government

Harland & Wolff has itself dismissed "misleading and inaccurate" suggestions that it could close.