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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

British and French aircraft carriers to meet at sea

The exercise, centred around the two most powerful warships in Western Europe, will involve 15 ships and 57 aircraft.

HMS Dragon sinks target with main gun

HMS Dragon used her main gun to sink a floating target.

UK confirms plans to order more F-35 jets

The UK has confirmed that it will purchase a second tranche of F-35B jets in addition to the 48 already planned.

Cammell Laird ‘ready to deliver’ new National Flagship

Cammell Laird say that they welcome the Prime Minister’s announcement that the construction of the new National Flagship will commence in 12 months, with the ship entering service by 2025. 

Chinooks pass 3000 flying hours supporting France in Mali

Since the start of the deployment, the British Chinook detachment has moved over 1,500 tonnes of freight and over 18,000 French soldiers.

Everyone’s favourite defence podcast now on Spotify

The OSINT Bunker, a defence and security based podcast, is now on Spotify!

HMS Spey receives dazzle paintjob

HMS Spey, a Batch 2 River-class offshore patrol vessel, has been given a makeover.

F-35 from HMS Queen Elizabeth in precautionary Ibiza landing

An F-35 jet launched from HMS Queen Elizabeth has had to conduct an emergency landing in Ibiza as a precautionary measure.

British carrier leads massive international fleet

HMS Queen Elizabeth and her Carrier Strike Group have joined ships from NATO's Standing Maritime Groups One and Two.

Apache ground crew train before Estonia deployment

Apache helicopter ground crews have been preparing for their latest deployment to Estonia.