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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

MoD ‘remains committed’ to troubled Ajax

The Ministry of Defence has ruled out purchasing an alternative to Ajax as it "remains committed" to the troubled armoured vehicle.

Turkey looking to put unmanned jets on helicopter carrier

Baykar has released images of a concept unmanned jet that could operate from the Turkish helicopter carrier TCG Anadolu.

US Destroyer takes over air defence command for UK carrier

USS The Sullivans assumed air defence command duties for HMS Queen Elizabeth to "demonstrate interoperability" between the Royal Navy and U.S. Navy.

Royal Navy ships to be based in the Pacific

HMS Spey and HMS Tamar will be based in the Pacific region and will be sailing for their long-term deployment later this year.

British Carrier Group to join anti-sub exercise in Pacific

HMS Queen Elizabeth and her Carrier Strike Group will undertake anti-submarine exercises whilst in the Pacific region.

American nuclear submarine visits Scotland

An American Virginia class nuclear submarine is visiting HMNB Clyde at Faslane, near Glasgow.

Iranian warships in English Channel

The Iranian warships are heading to St. Petersburg via the English Channel to participate in a naval parade hosted by Russia.

Russia unveils new stealth fighter jet concept

The aircraft, at this particular moment, is just a mock-up of a concept.

How much does a Queen Elizabeth class carrier cost per year?

A Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carrier costs £96 million per year to operate.

Highlanders heading to Ukraine

Soldiers from the Highlanders will head to Ukraine to take part in Exercise Cossack Mace.