Mallorca, Spain: Laguna Golf was honoured with a double win at the 17th annual International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) Awards 2017, held in conjunction with the International Golf Travel Market. Laguna Golf Lăng Cô was voted for the first time as 2017 IAGTO Golf Resort of the Year while Asian Golf Industry Federation […]
London, England: Daniel Madsen is the latest winner of the Jacobsen New Groundsman of the Year award. Turf equipment manufacturer Jacobsen and local dealer Svenningsens co-sponsored the prize that included a trip to work alongside the groundsmen at St George’s Park, England’s national team training facility, and a tour of Wembley Stadium with Head Groundsman […]
Mallorca, Spain: This year’s International Golf Travel Market (IGTM) welcomed over 400 buyers, more than 500 golf tourism suppliers and had in excess of 14,000 meetings. Recognised as the world’s premier global event for golf tourism suppliers, buyers and media, the event was concluded by the 17th annual IAGTO Awards ceremony, which recognised the world’s […]
Alexandria, United States: In conjunction with the Centre for Generational Kinetics and The Club Foundation, the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) has unveiled new research uncovering generational attitudes about club memberships, specifically the Millennial demographic. This landmark national study was conducted in the summer of 2016, and provides valuable insight into what potential club […]
Quinta Do Lago, Portugal: IMG-managed Ba Na Hills Golf Club has been named best new golf course in the world. The Luke Donald-designed layout on the outskirts of Danang in Central Vietnam claimed the accolade at the World Golf Awards. “IMG is honoured that a course we designed with Luke Donald, and fully manage has […]
Quinta Do Lago, Portugal: Kota Permai Golf and Country Club has been named as Malaysia’s Best Golf Course at the World Golf Awards. It is the second time in three years that the Asian Golf Industry Federation (AGIF) Golf Course Facility Member has won the accolade. Tang Meng Loon, Gamuda Land Clubs Group General Manager, […]
Paris, France: Jacobsen, renowned manufacturer of turf maintenance equipment, has signed an agreement to become an Official Supplier to the 2018 Ryder Cup, which will take place at the celebrated Le Golf National. Jacobsen – an Executive Member of the Asian Golf Industry Federation – will support both Ryder Cup Europe and the agronomy team […]
Gurgaon, India: Rookie professional Aditi Ashok was basking in glory after writing her name into the history books after being crowned as the first home winner of the Hero Women’s Indian Open. The 18-year-old from Bangalore became the first Indian player to win on the Ladies European Tour in one of the most romantic fairytales […]
Amsterdam, Netherlands: Asian Golf Industry Federation Associate Business Member Maredo has showcased its impressive product line-up in a new video. The high-quality production, lasting almost seven minutes, highlights the company’s various machines and the tasks they carry out. The video was shot while major maintenance work was being undertaken at a golf course in the […]
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, United States: An action-packed agenda full of hot topic discussions from within the golf industry has been announced for the 13th staging of the HSBC Golf Business Forum. With industry leaders including PGA Tour Commissioner Tim Finchem, LPGA Commissioner Mike Whan and the USGA’s Chief Executive Officer Mike Davis set to […]
Dongguan, China: Mission Hills Group Vice Chairman Tenniel Chu will be among the keynote speakers at the inaugural LeSports Connects: The China Sports Forum. Coinciding with LeSports’ celebration of the conclusion of the 2016 Chinese Super League, LeSports Connects is a new, three-day event designed to specifically connect senior, international attendees with the leaders of […]
Mallorca, Spain: 2016 is set to mark a milestone year for International Golf Travel Market (IGTM), the world’s premier global event for golf tourism suppliers, buyers and media. For the first time in its history, more than 14,000 appointments are scheduled to take place at the four-day exhibition. The record number of scheduled appointments between buyers and […]