Phnom Penh, Cambodia: Integrating cultural inspiration into the landscape was a key component in Sir Nick Faldo’s thinking when plotting the design of the West Course at Vattanac Golf Resort.
Seoul, Korea: Oh Sang-jun, a prominent figure in golf in South Korea for more than two decades, has been appointed as a Senior Advisor to the Asian Golf Industry Federation.
Bangkok, Thailand: Golf course architect Gil Hanse will unveil the full 18 at Ballyshear Links in August 2021. The new clubhouse will also make its debut, completing a transformation unique to the Southeast Asian golf market.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Golf Saudi and the Club Managers Association of Europe have signed a new partnership which will see them work together to roll out a multi-level, certified Arabic language educational programme, aimed at spiking interest and encouraging Saudi nationals in pursuit of a future career in golf.
Leven, Fife, Scotland: John Deere equipment has ensured prime playing conditions at Dumbarnie Links, Scotland’s newest course.
London, England: The European Tour and PGA Tour have heralded a significant new era for global golf with an historic announcement of a Strategic Alliance.
Pennsylvania, United States: The PGA of America has selected Golf Genius Tournament Management software to manage multiple events, including the PGA Professional Championship, beginning in 2021.
Lahore, Pakistan: Damil Attaullah and Humna Amjed will be bidding for fourth straight Faldo Series Pakistan Championship successes when the 10th edition of the event tees-off this week.
Shenzhen, China: PacificPine Sports, the exclusive operator of PGA of America Youth Development academies in China, has joined the Asian Golf Industry Federation.
Melbourne, Australia: Australian golf’s 2020 boom continues at pace, with a surge in interest from young men its driving force.
Florida, United States: As the 2020 golf season comes to a close in America, Golf Datatech has unveiled its 2020 Shopping/Purchasing Study, revealing trends in golfer buying habits online and across all the various retail channels.
London, England: Campey Turf Care Systems has introduced the Air2G2 336, the most productive pedestrian aerator on the market, with 36-inch probe centres allowing operators to cover ground quicker with the same industry-leading results.
Singapore: Laguna National Golf & Country Club will play host to Singapore’s first competitive golf event since the Covid-19 pandemic took hold in March.
St Andrews, Scotland: St Andrews Links Trust has agreed a long-term contract extension for Club Car to provide a fleet of golf buggies, utility vehicles and transporters to service its seven public golf courses.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Nesma Trading, among the most highly recognised and diversified companies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has joined the Asian Golf Industry Federation.