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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

HMS Queen Elizabeth conducts further trials with MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor

MV-22 Osprey aircraft have conducted night landing qualification trials onboard HMS Queen Elizabeth.

New NATO command declared operational

A new NATO command in the German city of Ulm achieved initial operating capability on Tuesday.

Leonardo announces sales of over 600 man portable laser designators

Leonardo has announced that it has sold over 600 units of its Type 163 Laser Target Designator to 16 customers.

Second British P-8 Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft takes flight

The second British P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft has flown for the first time.

Qatar Typhoon and Hawk programme in full swing say BAE

BAE have released an update on the Qatar Typhoon and Hawk programme, one year on.

New aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales goes to sea for first time

Aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales is now at sea for the fist time.

Gurkhas hone heavy weapons skills

Gurkhas have demonstrated the heavy firepower they can bring to bear.

BAE to integrate Israeli ‘Iron Fist’ Active Protection System onto Dutch CV90s

The Dutch Army has selected BAE to integrate the Iron Fist Active Protection System into its fleet of CV90s.

Glasgow built HMS Medway officially commissioned into Royal Navy fleet

HMS Medway has been commissioned at a ceremony in Chatham Dockyard.

BAE Systems San Diego shipyard to dry-dock and repair two destroyers

BAE Systems has received $170 million in contracts from the US Navy.