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
Sonar 2150 passes first-of-class acceptance trials
Ultra Electronics have announced that Sonar 2150 successfully completed its first-of-class sea acceptance trial onboard HMS Portland.
BAE engineers develop new PPE for NHS staff
Engineers from BAE's submarines business have developed new Personal Protective Equipment for NHS staff on Covid-19 wards.
Two British frigates to be gifted to Greece
HMS Monmouth and HMS Montrose, two Type 23 Frigates, will be given to Greece as part of efforts to 'sweeten the deal' to sell the Type 31.
Government could pay £75m for exclusive use of charter aircraft
One of the requirements for the £75m aircraft is to provide "highly desirable travel to the United States" despite a Voyager aircraft having been convetered for ministerial transport to save money on aircraft charters.
HMS Bangor leaves Scotland for Gulf
Minehunter HMS Bangor has left Faslane for a two year mission to the Gulf.
British Littoral Response Group ships to be based in Oman
A bespoke force of ships, aircraft and personnel will be based in Oman as part of a forward-deployed Littoral Response Group.
New UK Space Command launched
UK Space Command will provide command and control of all of UK's military space capabilities, including the UK’s Space Operations Centre, RAF Fylingdales, SKYNET and other capabilities.
Ministry of Defence to take over specialist steel firm
The move is part of an effort to secure the supply of specialist components for critical UK defence programmes.
Scottish Affairs Committee examining defence in Scotland
The Scottish Affairs Committee has today launched a new inquiry examining the military landscape in Scotland.
British ‘Tempest’ combat jet project gets more funding
The £250m contract, signed by BAE Systems, officially marks the start of the programme’s concept and assessment phase.
