Transport accounts for nearly one-quarter of global energy-related CO2 emissions. The top three carbon footprint creators are cruise ships, short-haul flights, and diesel cars. I found a study that claims "Tourism is responsible for roughly 8% of the world’s carbon…
Just a few years before installing Toptracer technology, Gloucester Golf Club had been on the brink of closure, but thanks to a dedicated stable of staff and members, the club stayed afloat. In 2022, while looking for opportunities…
A recent TaylorMade research showed that UDI usage skews towards the better player, but many mid-handicappers still play utility irons. The majority of DHY™ players ranged from 6 handicaps to 18 handicaps. Another finding of this research was…
Shortly after opening its regional office, 59club secured its first German client, Golf Club St. Leon-Rot, located in Southwest Germany, near Mannheim and Heidelberg. Golf Club St. Leon-Rot was famously founded on one man’s vision of creating a…
PowaKaddy has recently solidified its dominant position as the leading player in the UK electric trolley market. According to Golf Datatech*, PowaKaddy's share of the total UK electric trolley market for Q1 2024 exceeded 52% by both units…
Golf Genius Software has appointed Michael Pask as an advisory member of the company. This hire is part of Golf Genius' international expansion plans. Pask joins the team with a host of experience in the golf industry, having…
In the current era, where technology is the driving force behind efficient performance, incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) in data processing has emerged as a fundamental component. For businesses aiming to innovate and stand out, AI represents a means…
Over the course of the past three years, Club Car has faced four significant events that have impacted the organization. Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) sold Club Car to the global private equity firm Platinum Equity for cca $1.68…
I totally get how frustrating it can be when you're in the zone on the golf course, only to have your birdie chance slip away because of an inaccurate putt. That's why I wanted to share something that…
Centro Nacional de Golf, the home of the Spanish Golf Federation, has made significant progress in enhancing its driving range experience since integrating Toptracer Technology in 2018. As one of Toptracer’s earliest clients in continental Europe, Centro Nacional…
Skyscanner's multi-year sponsorship agreement with the Solheim Cup is just one of many sponsorship agreements. However, examining it closely can help us better understand Skyscanner's interests and motivations. It's worth noting that Skyscanner has recently signed its first-ever…
In recent years, we’ve seen a dramatic shift across the daily fee golf landscape as savvy operators have adjusted their business model to capitalize on an opportunity to create steady, recurring revenue streams from their core customers. As…
Have you ever noticed the diverse range of lawnmowers that golf clubs use to preserve their courses and create an exceptional golf experience? It's worth pondering whether there could be a more sustainable solution, wouldn't you agree? I…
The Menai-Davis family, who own the Bridgetown Golf Group, will open their third golf course, The Inspiration Club, on June 1st. The new course is located just south of the A40 Western Avenue. The weekend green fee is…
Did you know that the Princeville Makai Golf Course was Robert Trent Jones Jr.'s first solo design in the early 1970s? It opened in 1971 and was redesigned in 2009. The same ownership group owns the neighboring St. Regis…
Over the past six years, I have been reporting to you more frequently about Porsche's golf sponsorship activities. Porsche appears to have realized that golf is a popular sport and leisure activity among its customers. Perhaps they have…
I noticed a very lovely initiative today. It is common to see that people with disabilities are only able to participate in sports as spectators. It would be beneficial if wealthier golf clubs and companies involved in the…
It is almost possible to say the same thing about Troon as about Coca-Cola: wherever you go in the world, you are likely to find a golf club managed by them. Most recently, Laolao Bay Golf Resort (1.6…
Shot Scope has launched the Shot Scope V5 GPS and Shot Tracking watch - expanding on the popular V series with a new sophisticated and functionally savvy device, offering automatic performance tracking (by “Power-Sense” technology). Continuing from the…
For the past five years, KemperSports has operated the Links at Perry Cabin in St. Michaels, Maryland. In 2019, legendary golf course architects Pete and Alice Dye completed the final design work, opening the Links at Perry Cabin's Pete…