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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

WATCH: BAE video discusses Type 26 Frigate details and capabilities

BAE say the Type 26 Frigate will be a highly capable ship undertaking a wide range of roles from high intensity conflict to humanitarian assistance.

KC-46 Tanker Electromagnetic testing complete

A Boeing team, including US Air Force and Naval Air Systems Command representatives, recently completed KC-46 tanker electromagnetic testing.

RAF test weapons and software upgrades for Typhoon jet

A new package of advanced weapons, software and avionics enhancements for Typhoon is being trialled by Royal Air Force Test and Evaluation.

HMS Prince of Wales naming ceremony date announced

Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon has announced that HMS Prince of Wales will be officially named at a ceremony in Rosyth on the 8th of September 2017.

HMS Duncan visits Ukraine after completing multi-national naval exercise

HMS Duncan visited the Ukrainian port of Odessa this week in the first visit by a Royal Navy ship in eight years.

Nuclear submarine base Faslane to ‘support economic growth’ in Scotland

Investment in Faslane is set to bring 'growth opportunities' to Scotland with an agreement signed today between the UK Government and local councils.

Special Delivery: B-52 bombers practice leaflet drops

Testers from the 419th Flight Test Squadron are trialling B-52 Stratofortress bombers in the leaflet dropping role. 

Defence Minister confirms AW159 Wildcat helicopter work will stay in the UK

Minister for Defence Procurement Harriett Baldwin confirmed that AW159 Wildcat work will continue in the UK.

Exercise Saxon Warrior will see British frigates, submarines support US carrier in preparation for...

The UK will contribute two Type 23 frigates, a submarine, the Carrier Strike Group UK battle staff, fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft all in order to prepare for the deployment of HMS Queen Elizabeth.

Gibraltar naval station receives £2m refurb

The iconic naval station in Gibraltar, Windy Hill, is to receive a £2 million refurbishment.