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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

Rheinmetall and BAE create UK based land systems joint venture

Rheinmetall and BAE Systems have announced that they have signed an agreement to create a joint UK based military vehicle design, manufacturing and support business.

WATCH: Jet pack used to complete Royal Marines assault course

Ex-Royal Marines Reservist Richard Browning flew a 1000bhp jet pack suit around the Royal Marines assault course at the Commando Training Centre in Devon.

British aircraft begin leaving the UK to take part in Red Flag 2019

Personnel and aircraft from the Royal Air Force have started to leave the UK for Exercise Red Flag in the US, say the Ministry of Defence.

Armed Forces and MI5, MI6 ranked top employers for LGBT staff

Five organisations from the defence and security sector have made the Top 100 Employers list, compiled by lesbian, gay, bi and trans equality charity Stonewall.

Israeli jet lands safely after canopy blows off at 30,000 feet

An Israeli F-15 was landed safely after its cockpit canopy flew off at 30,000 feet, the Israeli military have announced.

British nuclear submarine in near miss with Irish Sea ferry

A Royal Navy nuclear submarine was involved in what has been called a 'close quarters incident' with a ferry in the Irish Sea.

New P-8A Poseidon crews start training

Personnel from 120 Squadron and the Poseidon Line Squadron have started training at Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida, say the Ministry of Defence. 

Saab wins contract to support UK Giraffe AMB radar systems

Saab has signed a contract with the Ministry of Defence for support and services related to the land-based Giraffe AMB radar systems.

£293 million support deal for Apache helicopter fleet

Defence Minister Stuart Andrew has announced a £293 million contract with Leonardo Helicopters to maintain the UK's Apache helicopter fleet for the last 5 years of their service.

Queen Elizabeth class carriers – A symbol of military power

Aircraft carriers are a symbol of national status, the technical capability required to build them and the resources required to operate them globally aren't reachable for most nations.