George Allison
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
Team Rubicon UK in British Virgin Islands to respond to Hurricane Irma
A team of disaster relief specialists from Team Rubicon UK and international search and rescue charity Serve On described scenes of utter destruction after landing in the British Virgin Islands late on Sunday to assist with humanitarian relief efforts after Hurricane Irma.
US Navy deploy vessels to support Hurricane Irma relief efforts
US Navy amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima and the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York have deployed to support humanitarian relief operations in the wake of Hurricane Irma.
BAE to support design of US Navy communications and electronics
The US Navy has awarded BAE Systems a 22-month, $76 million contract to help develop vital communications and electronics.
First Sea Lord suggests Type 31 Frigates may be based in South East Asia
The information regarding potential plans for the Type 31 frigate comes to light in a speech by Admiral Sir Philip Jones, First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff, delivered at DSEI 2017.
UK steps up relief effort to the Caribbean and details what’s going where
The UK is continuing to step up its military support to the Caribbean Islands left devastated by Hurricane Irma.
HMS Diamond sails from Gibraltar to relieve HMS Ocean for disaster relief operations
HMS Diamond has sailed from Gibraltar to relieve fleet flagship HMS Ocean for disaster relief operations in the Caribbean.
Strike Update: Coalition strikes against Islamic State in Syria and Iraq
US and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria, conducting 43 strikes consisting of 47 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
HMS Ocean in Gibraltar to load up on supplies bound for the Caribbean
Royal Navy helicopter carrier HMS Ocean will now sail to support the UK government’s disaster relief operation in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma.
Government pledges to double the size of the British Merchant Navy
Shipping Minister John Hayes wants to increase the amount of trade carried under the 'Red Duster' as the government is working to double the size of the UK Ship Register from 16 to 30 million gross tonnage
Defence Secretary’s speech at the naming ceremony for HMS Prince of Wales
Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon welcomes the naming of the UK's second new aircraft carrier, HMS Prince of Wales.
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