George Allison
George has a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and has a keen interest in naval and cyber security matters and has appeared on national radio and television to discuss current events. George is on Twitter at @geoallison
BAE Systems unveils record £1bn skills investment
The defence giant also plans to hire more than 2,400 new apprentices, undergraduates, and graduates next year, bringing the total number in training to a 6,500 – around 15% of its UK workforce.
Helsing unveils AI-enabled HX-2 drone
Helsing, a UK-based defence technology firm, today revealed its new HX-2 drone, an AI-enabled autonomous system.
British warship ‘defends coast of Europe’ from missiles
HMS Dauntless has returned to Portsmouth after a successful deployment defending Europe’s western coast during Exercise Sky Shark.
Ares armoured personnel carrier and mech infantry plans
The Ares platform, a variant of the Ajax Armoured Cavalry Programme, remains on track to achieve Initial Operating Capability by December 2025.
Royal Navy announce the ships and crews to win awards
The Royal Navy has announced and celebrated the achievements of its Surface Fleet in the annual SURFLOT Excellence Awards, recognising standout performances across a demanding year of operations.
UK clarifies role in F-35 component transfers to Israel
Following the Government's September announcement on arms exports, there have been no direct transfers of F-35 parts to Israel via RAF Marham since the licensing suspension.
HMS Medway strengthens UK commitment to Caribbean
Beyond disaster response, HMS Medway plays a role in regional security.
Drones over air bases discussed in House of Lords
Recent reports of drones flying over bases in East Anglia have raised significant security concerns, prompting a robust response from the Ministry of Defence and its partners.
UK extends contingent liability for Ukraine support
The contingent liability involves indemnifying UK defence industry partners against legal or financial claims arising from potential malfunctions of military systems provided to Ukraine.
RAF Fylingdales operations and maintenance contract
RAF Fylingdales has the unique function of providing missile warning, missile defence, and mission data, and up to 'SECRET' analysis simultaneously to the UK and US.
