Golf Industry News

Newport, Wales: Exhibitors and buyers from the golf travel industry gathered at Celtic Manor Resort to attend the 2021 International Golf Travel Market.

Lincolnshire, England: Normanby Hall Golf Course, considered one of England’s best municipal courses, has invested in a new John Deere course maintenance equipment fleet.

Bangkok, Thailand: Senior Government officials in Thailand have voiced their overwhelming support for two Asian Tour events to be played on Phuket Island.

Illinois, United States: Profile Products has acquired Florikan, a leading manufacturer, blender, and distributor of controlled release fertiliser to golf, turf and professional landscape markets around the world.

Kansas, United States: The GCSAA is seeking data from superintendents regarding water use and conservation practices to support the industry in on-going efforts to maintain golf course management resources.

Zhuhai, China: A week after 15-year-old Zhang Yahui become the youngest winner on the China LPGA Tour, Zeng Liqi, another top amateur, is aiming to eclipse the mark when the Guowei Centre Plaza Zhuhai Challenge tees off. 

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Yas Links Abu Dhabi, owned by Aldar and managed by Troon, will host some of the European Tour’s biggest names at the 17th edition of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship.

Bintan, Indonesia: For the second year running, Ria Bintan Golf Club has been named winner of Luxury Lifestyle Awards’ Best Luxury Golf Club in Indonesia.

St Andrews, Scotland: Former Singapore Golf Association General Manager Jerome Ng has landed his ‘dream job’ as Director of Business Development at The R&A.

Bangkok, Thailand: Following the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions by the Thai Government, members of the new Ban Rakat Club are savouring the delights of the Gil Hanse-designed Ballyshear Links.

Shenzhen, China: The Volvo China Open, season finale of the 2021 China Tour, will take place from December 16-19 at the Shenzhen Genzon Golf Club with a total tournament prize-fund of RMB 2 million.

New Jersey, United States: The Turf and Ornamentals business of Bayer has announced details of its 2022 Early Order Programme.

Cardiff, Wales: Tim Lobb has become the 12th President of the European Institute of Golf Course Architects, pledging to focus his term on the importance of design in the future of golf.

Arizona, United States: Troon has been selected to manage The Golf Club at Fiddler’s Creek, a private club in Naples, Florida.

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates: Al Hamra Golf Club will play host to the European Tour’s first visit to Ras Al Khaimah.