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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

HMS Glasgow has mast and funnel lifted into place

Type 26 Frigate HMS Glasgow recently hit two big milestones with the warships funnel and composite mast successfully lifted into place, say BAE Systems.

American C-130s land on highway during training exercise

U.S. Air Force Reserve Command crew landed a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft on a highway in Wyoming this week.

British F-35 jets to receive weapon capability enhancements

The funding allows for the SPEAR precision surface attack weapon and the Meteor beyond visual range air-to-air missile to be integrated onto British and Italian F-35 jets.

Military called in to relieve pressure on NHS Scotland

Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced that the British Army are to be called in to help NHS Scotland amid a major staffing and waiting time crisis.

UK wins Indonesian export contract for new frigates

Indonesian firms will build two 'Arrowhead 140' frigates in Indonesia with bespoke design modifications for the Indonesian Navy.

Babcock introduces ‘Arrowyard’ to assist local build efforts

Babcock has launched 'Arrowyard' to assist with local building the Arrowhead frigate.

BAE unveils CV90 with new D-series turret

BAE Systems is showcasing its latest CV90 with the new D-series turret.

Where are the Royal Navy’s Type 23 Frigates?

What is the location of each of the 12 Type 23 frigates in the Royal Navy?

Tempest testbed aircraft ‘Excalibur’ moves forward

The project will see a commercial airliner completely overhauled, turning it into a flying testbed for the technology that will go into the UK's future fighter 'Tempest'.

Warships begin to arrive in Glasgow

Warships have started to arrive in the city with more vessels expected to arrive in preparation for Exercise Joint Warrior.