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George Allison

George Allison
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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

Senior Royal Navy officer resigns as Royal Navy faces drastic cuts

Rear-Admiral Alex Burton, commander UK maritime forces, has reportedly decided to resign from the Royal Navy in the face of mounting speculation over cuts.

NATO Secretary General visits Faslane near Glasgow

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg visited Her Majesty’s Naval Base Clyde at Faslane, Scotland, at the invitation of Michael Fallon.

The Queen Elizabeth class and their Integrated Mission System

The Aircraft Carrier Alliance have detailed the the Integrated Mission System that can be found aboard the Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers.

Royal Air Force Typhoons hone their skills in Oman

Eight Royal Air Force Typhoon aircraft from 6 Squadron, based at RAF Lossiemouth in Scotland have started a two week exercise in Oman.

Coalition strikes continue against Islamic State in Syria, Iraq

US and coalition military forces continued to attack Islamic State, conducting 48 strikes consisting of 54 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.

RFA Mounts Bay continues support in the Caribbean

RFA Mounts Bay has returned to the British Virgin Islands and has docked off the coast of Tortola after assisting Dominica in the relief operations that followed hurricane Maria.

QinetiQ to support international maritime exercise Formidable Shield off Scotland

QinetiQ is due to support eight NATO countries in the Outer Hebrides as they take part in an international maritime exercise, Formidable Shield.

Supercarrier USS Nimitz completes historic 200,000th catapult shot

The USS Nimitz successfully completed her 100,000th aircraft launch from Catapult Two last week, marking the second time, since the ship's commissioning in 1975, that that milestone has been achieved.

Airbus hands over 50th A400M transport aircraft

Airbus Defence and Space today delivered the 50th A400M new generation airlifter to the German Air Force marking a key milestone for the programme.

HMS Monmouth visits India

The crew of HMS Monmouth honed their fighting skills with the Indian Navy during their trip, say the MoD.