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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 to sail for further F-35 trials

HMS Queen Elizabeth is due to sail from Portsmouth on Friday at 12:20pm.

Chinese helicopter carrier nears launch

The Type 075 landing helicopter dock will be the People's Liberation Army Navy's most powerful amphibious assault ship.

Lockheed wins $2.4bn contract for US and International F-35 spares

Lockheed Martin has secured a $2.43bn contract for US and international F-35 jets.

Video shows F-35 pilots view of landing on HMS Queen Elizabeth

The video shows an F-35B conducting what's called a 'Shipborne Rolling Vertical Landing' onboard HMS Queen Elizabeth.

Spanish Air Force augmenting NATO Baltic Air Policing mission

The detachment 'has assured the Baltic member nations of NATO’s commitment', say the Alliance.

Babcock tipped to win Type 31e Frigate bid

Babcock's Arrowhead 140 design is being tipped for the Type 31e Frigate competition.

Bahrain signs deal to buy Patriot missile system

Bahrain has signed an agreement to purchase Raytheon's Patriot air and missile defence system from the U.S. Army.

Saab to provide Belgium with Combat Training Centre

Saab has signed a supply contract with the Belgian MoD.

MoD further details future anti-ship missile contract

The MoD are looking for missile with anti-ship capability and a terrain following land attack capability.

Second British P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft fresh out of factory

The second of nine British P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft is awaiting its first engine start and first flight.