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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

Rafael Unveils Spike LR II missile

Rafael has unveiled the SPIKE LR II, a new variant of the SPIKE Family that can be fired from vehicles, helicopters, ships, and ground launchers.

MoD confirm UK will retain top NATO role after press speculation

The Sunday Times has reported that that the UK will have to relinquish the NATO post of Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe (DSACEUR). 

IN PICTURES: Exercise Noble Jump

Forces from a number of NATO countries will deploy a significant number of soldiers, vehicles and helicopters to Romania to test the Very High Readiness Joint Task Force concept.

Russia to Deliver Ka-52K Helicopters to Egypt

Russia is set to deliver Ka-52K helicopters to Egypt.

American cruiser USS Lake Erie renders assistance in Sri Lanka after devastating floods

Ticonderoga class cruiser USS Lake Erie has arrived in Sri Lanka to support humanitarian assistance operations in the wake of severe flooding and landslides.

USS Gabrielle Giffords commissioned

USS Gabrielle Giffords, the US Navy's newest littoral combat ship, has been commissioned.

Russian jet intercepts flight of US bombers over Baltic Sea

A Russian Su-27 intercepted a flight of B-1 and B-52 bombers during exercises taking place over the Baltic Sea.

Michael Fallon to continue as Secretary of State for Defence

Since 2014, Sir Michael Fallon has served as Secretary of State for Defence and been a member of the National Security Council.

New Boeing contract sets out 38 Apache helicopters for UK in $411m deal

A contract modification detailed by the US Department of Defense has indicated that Boeing has been awarded $411 million for 38 Apache aircraft for the UK.

B-2 Spirit Stealth Bombers arrive in UK

Two B-2 Spirit stealth bombers have joined B-1B Lancers and B-52H Stratofortresses in the United Kingdom.