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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

Royal Air Force swarming drone project ‘exceeding expectations’

The Royal Air Force's swarming drone project is understood to be "exceeding expectations", with 216 Squadron preparing for the role of operating the RAF's future fleet of network enabled drones.

Which British bases are designated for use by NATO and the US?

The following list of bases are designated for NATO and American use in the UK.

Rolls-Royce delivers 8,000th engine from Dahlewitz

Rolls-Royce say they have delivered the 8,000th engine made at their site in Dahlewitz, Germany.

Boeing delivers first F/A-18 Block III Super Hornets to US Navy

Boeing say it has delivered the first two F/A-18 Block III Super Hornets to the U.S. Navy for flight testing. One jet is a single-seat E model and the other is a two-seat F model.

New US-UK agreement boosts UK spaceport plans

The UK and US governments have signed a new agreement paving the way for US companies to operate from UK spaceports and export space launch technology.

NATO to discuss reduction of American forces in Germany

NATO defence ministers will discuss a U.S. decision to withdraw about 9,500 American service members from Germany.

Successful first surface ship and submarine firings of Saab Lightweight Torpedo

Saab conducted the first tests with the Saab Lightweight Torpedo from a corvette and a submarine.

First F-35C Lightning class graduate TOPGUN

Pilots from Strike Fighter Squadron 125 and 147 were the first TOPGUN students to complete the course in the F-35C.

MoD sign £26m engine support contract for small boat fleet

The MoD have signed a £26.7m contract with British company EP Barrus to supply and maintain outboard and inboard motors fitted to the MOD’s small boats fleet.

Raytheon test Stormbreaker smart weapon

Raytheon say they have completed the first guided release of a StormBreaker smart weapon from an F/A-18E/F Super Hornet.