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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

WATCH: Interview with the first F-35 pilot to land aboard HMS Queen Elizabeth in...

Watch an interview with Commander Nath Gray, Royal Navy F-35 pilot - he will be the first pilot to land aboard HMS Queen Elizabeth in 2018.

‘Dragonworks’ laser test facility opened by Qinetiq in Farnbourough

The new facility, named Dragonworks, will serve as a test bed for all technologies associated with high-energy lasers for military or commercial applications say Qinetiq.

Qinetiq discuss schedule for testing of new British ‘Dragonfire’ laser weapon

Qinetiq have discussed the schedule for the testing of 'Dragonfire' a new British laser directed energy weapon.

Defence giants team up to offer Type 26 Frigate to Canada

CAE, L3 Technologies, MDA and Ultra, along with BAE and Lockheed Martin have teamed up to offer the Type 26 Frigate to Canada.

Babcock International cuts jobs at Rosyth by 250 as carrier build winds down

Babcock International is to cut 250 workers at the Rosyth Dockyard in Fife in what is being called a 'pre-Christmas blow'.

Worldwide military UAV market now worth $80 Billion

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles will be the most dynamic growth sector of the world aerospace industry this decade, more than tripling in the next decade, report Teal analysts in their latest market analysis.

The myths surrounding the Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers

No aircraft, no escorts, no kettles. How much truth can be found in the many myths surrounding HMS Queen Elizabeth and her sister HMS Prince of Wales?

Typhoon jets begin joint training with the Qatar Air Force

Typhoon jets will be seen and heard over Qatar this week as part of a joint exercise being held with the Emir of Qatar's Air Force.

New tanker RFA Tidespring enters service

RFA Tidespring is the first of four Tide Class tankers and a dedication service took place in Portsmouth to officially welcome her into the fleet.

Defence Secretary announces Type 23 Frigate base port moves

Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson announced a series of moves which will see the Royal Navy’s eight Type 23 anti-submarine warfare frigates all based in Plymouth, while the remaining five general purposes frigates will be based in Portsmouth.