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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

Type 26 Frigate now tipped to win Australian frigate bid

The Australian National Security Committee is thought to have selected BAE Systems Type 26 Frigate as a winner.

HMS Queen Elizabeth prepares for first F-35 deck landings

British aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth is currently preparing to sail to the United States where the first F-35 jets will touch down on her deck in a couple of months.

Secretary General: History and interests argue for solidarity among North Atlantic Alliance

There have been disagreements throughout the history of the North Atlantic Alliance, but the member states have always been able to work together for collective defence, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said in London last week.

Upgraded Hercules Airborne Weapons Kit plus armed Hercules completes testing

This capability is designated "Harvest HAWK" (Hercules Airborne Weapons Kit).

Radar fitted to HMS Prince of Wales in major milestone

HMS Prince of Wales has received her Artisan 3D radar system.

Magpie enters HMNB Devonport

MV Magpie sailed into Devonport Dockyard prior to her being commissioned as HMS Magpie next week 28th June 2018, say the Royal Navy.

19 NATO Allies and partners wrap up exercise Saber Strike 2018

Saber Strike 2018, a major US-led multinational exercise, wrapped up in Poland, with a live-fire demonstration involving Polish F-16s and MI-24 attack helicopters.

American supercarrier arrives in France

Nimitz class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman arrived in Marseille, France, for a regularly scheduled port visit today.

Prime Minister May: Britain to remain leading military power

Prime Minister Theresa May has denied claims she asked Gavin Williamson to justify the UK's military capability as she met with the head of NATO this week.

New NATO project to help with real-time detection of explosives in public transport

A new NATO project, EXTRAS, led by research institutions in Italy and Serbia, will make it possible to detect explosives and prevent terrorist attacks on public transport.