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Passing of Asian Golf Stalwart ‘Tai’ Kawata

Passing of Asian Golf Stalwart ‘Tai’ Kawata

July 27, 2026

Tokyo, Japan: Golf is mourning the passing of Taizo ‘Tai’ Kawata. Born in Tokyo in 1944, he became one of the most prominent and influential figures within the Asia-Pacific golf industry over the past half-century.

From Strategy to the Fairway: Sarina Shafiee

From Strategy to the Fairway: Sarina Shafiee

July 26, 2026

Singapore: Sarina Shafiee, Jebsen & Jessen Technology’s Country Manager for Malaysia, discusses the daily realities of putting sustainability into practice in one of the region’s most active golf markets.

Sir Nick Hails Sustainable Collaboration

Sir Nick Hails Sustainable Collaboration

July 25, 2026

St Andrews, Scotland: The R&A Sustainable Agronomy Service has entered into a new global collaboration with Sir Nick Faldo’s golf course architectural company, Faldo Design.

Final Chance to Enter Open Ticket Ballot

Final Chance to Enter Open Ticket Ballot

July 24, 2026

St Andrews, Scotland: Following Ryan Fox’s epic win in The 154th Open at Royal Birkdale, where over 300,000 fans attended, just 24 hours remain to enter the ticket ballot for The 155th Open.

Accolades for 63 Troon-Affiliated Courses

Accolades for 63 Troon-Affiliated Courses

July 23, 2026

Arizona, United States: Sixty-three Troon-affiliated courses have been named in the newly released Golfweek’s Best 2026 issue, ranking the top golf courses in the United States. 

Trojan’s New OnePack S2 Lithium Battery

Trojan’s New OnePack S2 Lithium Battery

July 22, 2026

California, United States: Trojan Battery Company has launched the new OnePack Series 2 (S2), the latest evolution of its 48V 105Ah lithium battery platform for golf carts and low-speed electric vehicles.

Cho Hails New Asian Tour Partnership

Cho Hails New Asian Tour Partnership

July 22, 2026

Southport, England: The Asian Tour, DP World Tour and PGA Tour have announced a partnership through until at least 2029, marking a new chapter for global golf.

Reaping Benefits of Club Car Switch

Reaping Benefits of Club Car Switch

July 21, 2026

Dublin, Ireland: La Réserve Golf Links, the number one golf venue in Mauritius, has praised the impact of its new Club Car fleet, citing improved operational efficiency and an enhanced experience for golfers.

Focus on Fashion at PGA Buying Summit

Focus on Fashion at PGA Buying Summit

July 19, 2026

Texas, United States: Golf industry professionals attending this month’s PGA Buying Summit will experience Spring 2027 golf fashion from every angle.

54 Appointed Advisory Partner to Thai Venue

54 Appointed Advisory Partner to Thai Venue

July 18, 2026

Bangkok, Thailand: Global sports and entertainment group 54 has been appointed as strategic advisory partner for a new sports, education, wellness and residential development in Thailand.

Singapore Official Makes Positive Impact

Singapore Official Makes Positive Impact

July 18, 2026

Singapore: Tan Chong Huat, a senior figure at the ASEAN Golf Federation and Singapore Golf Association, has been bestowed with the Asia-Pacific Leadership Impact Award – Sports Industry 2025-2026.

Campey Milestone Celebrated in Style

Campey Milestone Celebrated in Style

July 17, 2026

Cheshire, England: More than 400 turf professionals, customers and industry partners were welcomed to Campey Turf Care Systems’ Bosley branch to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary.

PGA of America Joins Global Campaign

PGA of America Joins Global Campaign

July 17, 2026

Texas, United States: In partnership with the PGA World Alliance’s inaugural global campaign, the PGA of America will participate in ‘Thank a PGA Pro Day’, to be held on July 31.