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 frigate and helicopter hunt submarines in Norway
Royal Navy frigate HMS Somerset and her Merlin helicopter are taking part in intensive anti-submarine exercises in Norway this week as part of Exercise Arctic Dolphin, an annual event integral to the Norwegian Submarine Commander course.
Scottish yards key to future Navy contracts, says Minister
Scottish shipyards continue to play a vital role in fulfilling Royal Navy procurement contracts, with substantial Ministry of Defence (MoD) investment supporting the sector,...
American supercarrier collides with vessel in Mediterranean
BREAKING - The U.S. Navy said that the collision did not endanger the USS Harry S. Truman and that there are no reports of flooding or injuries.
Huge contract to be awarded to support Archer artillery
The Ministry of Defence intends to award a £58 million contract to BAE Systems Bofors AB for the long-term in-service support of the Archer Artillery System.
The engineers keeping HMS Cattistock at sea
The Royal Navy have spotlighted a small, dedicated team of engineers works tirelessly to keep the fleet running.
New fleet solid support ship project ‘impacted’
"The Government has worked closely with Navantia UK on the programme’s future to ensure its continued delivery and agreed with Navantia UK the minimum changes to the contract necessary."
Damage to Gaza War cemeteries, restoration planned
Restoration is currently not possible due to security concerns.
Destroyer ‘opens fire’, conducts high-speed manoeuvres
Royal Navy destroyer HMS Dragon has been sharpening its capabilities at sea, conducting a series of tests, trials, and training exercises.
Number of new Type 83 Destroyers yet to be decided
While no official confirmation has been given on where the Type 83s will be built, the Government’s Defence Industrial Strategy strongly supports domestic naval construction.
The status of Britain’s destroyer fleet power improvements
Project Napier was established in 2014 to enhance the availability, resilience, and power systems of the Type 45 Destroyers after previous power issues.
