Singapore: Rain Bird has appointed Centaur Asia Pacific (Singapore) Ltd Pte as its exclusive distribution partner.

Centaur first opened in 2003 in Hong Kong and has since expanded its operations to service the Southeast Asia market and emerging markets in the region, providing products and services to clients constructing and maintaining golf courses, sports fields, landscapes, parks and gardens, hotels, resorts, and recreational facilities.

“Our expert management team consists of agronomists, engineers, mechanics, and golf course construction managers that specialise in commercial Asian markets and have a deep understanding of the different cultures and conditions that Asia presents,” said Danny Potter, Managing Director, Centaur Asia Pacific, a Full Business Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation.

“With over 150 years’ of combined experience in this region, the knowledge and outstanding customer service that our sales and technical teams deliver set us apart,” he added.

Upon Centaur’s appointment as the exclusive Rain Bird distributor, Potter wanted to make it known that ‘we are honoured to be entrusted with the Rain Bird brand and being given the opportunity to take their presence in the Singapore golf market to the next level’.

Mark Donohue, Rain Bird International’s Regional Manager, Southeast Asia, said: “We’re delighted to announce that Rain Bird golf irrigation products will be available from Centaur Asia Pacific.

“Danny and his team have a great grasp of the local market and are very present in the industry. We are excited to grow the brand and look forward to a long-lasting partnership with the entire CAPSG Team!”

Rain Bird is an Executive Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation.