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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

Fourth FREMM Multi-Mission Frigate delivered to the French Navy

This week, French defence giant DCNS delivered the FREMM multi-mission frigate Auvergne to the French Navy.

Iraq requests pilot training and logistical support from US

The US State Department has approved a request from Iraq for pilot and maintenance training, contractor logistical support for trainer aircraft, and base support.

500th Eurofighter Typhoon produced

The 500th Eurofighter Typhoon produced has been delivered to the Italian Air Force during a special ceremony held at Leonardo Aircraft Division’s Turin site.

MQ-8C Fire Scout completes first flight from US Navy Littoral Combat Ship

An MQ-8C Fire Scout autonomous helicopter took to the air for the first time from a US Navy Independence class Littoral Combat ship.

US, UK and France Begin Exercise Alligator Dagger 17

The US, UK and France have kicked off Exercise Alligator Dagger 17.

820 Naval Air Squadron ready to join supercarrier HMS Queen Elizabeth

The Merlin helicopters of 820 Naval Air Squadron have now wrapped up an exercise in Scotland to prepare them for operating from HMS Queen Elizabeth.

F-35, F-22, Typhoon and Rafale jets meet for Exercise Atlantic Trident

The exercise is aimed at enhancing interoperability through combined coalition aerial campaigns. The exercise will also feature F-15E Strike Eagles and T-38 Talons.

BAE selected by US Army to design next-generation space and missile technologies

BAE Systems has been chosen for a position on a new eight-year, $3 billion contract to continue supporting the US Army’s Space and Missile Defense Command.

Kongsberg sign contract with Australia to integrate ‘new capability’ for the Joint Strike Missile

Kongsberg Defence Systems has entered into a contract with the Australian Department of Defence for integration of a new capability in the Joint Strike Missile.

Proposed sale price of HMS Ocean to Brazil revealed

The Brazilian Navy has reportedly sent a proposal to pay for helicopter carrier HMS Ocean in instalments.