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Mastering the water table – the strategic role of sand slitting

In the world of professional turf management, the battle against the elements is perpetual. As weather patterns become increasingly volatile, the “shoulder seasons” are no longer defined b…

Power, precision and a practical path away from petrol with Kress UK

At the centre of Mike Day’s flourishing business are two Kress Commercial pedestrian mowers – the KC720 with a 47cm cutting deck and the KC711 with a wider 51cm deck. Both machines share the same comm…

Geoff Webb to step down as CEO of the Grounds Management Association in 2027

The GMA has announced that Chief Executive, Geoff Webb, will step down from his role in March 2027, after 21 years leading the organisation. Geoff, who has overseen a period of significant growth and …

Kubota Zero-Turn ticks every box for Windsor Holiday Park

Gareth Hagan, Owner of Windsor Holiday Park, knows the importance of creating a strong first impression for his guests. That’s why, when it comes to the maintenance of the lawned areas of the site – n…

GroundsFest Academy hosts successful event with Mansfield Sand

GroundsFest Academy recently delivered another highly successful educational event with its Understanding Profiles: Sands, Soils, Rootzones and Gravels day, in partnership with Mansfield Sand. Designe…

BASIS Sustainable Sport Conference 2026 unveiled

The BASIS Conference returns in 2026 with a bold new format at the iconic National Football Museum in the heart of the Manchester. Bringing together leaders from across sport, government, business and…

Football stadium construction opportunities grow

According to Glenigan data, football stadium construction is creating significant opportunities for major project work as professional clubs look to increase spectator capacity and modernise their fac…

STIHL launches ‘Try Before You Buy’ initiative for AP System tools

STIHL has launched a new ‘Try Before You Buy’ initiative, giving customers the opportunity to test its AP System battery-powered tools before they invest via their network of approved dealers. The sch…

Elgin Golf Club takes maintenance across the course with ISEKI

An investment in an ISEKI TG 6507 tractor is helping Elgin Golf Club take a more flexible and efficient approach to course maintenance. Supplied by Fairways GM Ltd, the tractor has enabled t…

Toro entrusted by AFC Bournemouth for new performance centre

As the first team moves into AFC Bournemouth’s new training complex at Canford Magna, a new fleet of Toro machinery arrives to look after the first four pitches to be built. The machinery choices by H…

Bobcat appoints E P Barrus Ltd as new national importer for ground maintenance equipment range in the UK

Bobcat has appointed E P Barrus Ltd, based in Bicester in Oxfordshire, as the new National Importer for the company’s ground maintenance equipment (GME) range in the UK. The Bobcat GME range comprises…

LCVT Low Floor Grounds Maintenance Vehicle

LCVT have established their Low Floor Grounds Maintenance Vehicle as the go to vehicle for companies looking for a purpose-built transporter for the whole range of equipment needed to maintain green s…