Al Mouj Golf, Oman’s premier golf destination, continues to set new benchmarks in performance, quality and international recognition under the leadership of Troon Golf. The partnership between Al Mouj Muscat and Troon reflects a shared commitment to elevating Oman’s presence on the world golfing stage and advancing the nation’s growing reputation as a regional hub for sports and leisure tourism. Since aligning with Troon International under the Troon Golf brand, Al Mouj Golf has entered a new era of growth defined by enhanced guest experiences, strengthened global partnerships and a focus on sustainable, world-class operations. Through this collaboration, Al Mouj…
Author: Jane Turner
Jane Turner
Jane Turner is the Editor of Golf Business Technology and has worked in the Education and Consulting sector for over two decades.
Premier Portuguese destination wins three leading accolades at World Golf Awards 2025 including ‘World’s Best New Course’ and ‘World’s Best Eco-Friendly Golf Facility’ Sergio Garcia has admitted that he is “humbled” after The Torre Course at Terras da Comporta was named as the World’s Best New Course’ at the World Golf Awards 2025 – less than six months after first opening for play. The luxury Portuguese golf and lifestyle destination enjoyed unprecedented success at the 12th edition of the annual awards, winning three of the leading accolades. As well as the Torre Course receiving the ‘World’s Best New Course’ award two years after The…
Sotogrande has reaffirmed its status as one of Europe’s premier golfing destinations, with each of its three world-renowned courses once again recognised among the continent’s finest in the newly released Golf World Top 100 European Courses 2025 and National Club Golfer European Top 100 Resorts rankings. In Golf World’s definitive Top 100 European Courses – published in early November – Sotogrande’s venues continue to impress, with two of the three courses featured climbing higher in the standings. Real Club Sotogrande rises to #10, strengthening its position among Europe’s elite; La Reserva Club advances to #52, an impressive result despite several major new…
Emirates Golf Club, part of the Viya portfolio, has been named Best Golf Club in the Middle East at the 2025 World Luxury Awards, recognising the region’s most exceptional destinations across the travel and hospitality sectors. This latest accolade celebrates Emirates Golf Club’s continued commitment to excellence and innovation in golf and leisure. Home to both the Majlis and Faldo courses, the club has long been regarded as one of the region’s most iconic golfing venues, combining world-class facilities with a vibrant social and sporting community in the heart of Dubai. Opened in 1988, Emirates Golf Club was the first…
Aaron Rai claimed his second Rolex Series crown at the 2025 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship after beating Tommy Fleetwood in a dramatic play-off on Sunday. The Englishman started the day with a one-shot lead but soon found himself two shots back following a fast start from playing partner Fleetwood. But a run of four successive birdies on the front nine returned him to the top before Fleetwood regained control on a roller-coaster final day. Rai produced late fireworks, though, birdieing the 16th and 17th to sit level with Fleetwood at the summit heading down the last. And although he missed…
ezLocator stands out as a pioneering entity within the golf industry, dedicated to revolutionizing the management of daily hole locations on golf courses. Founded in 2008 by Jon Schultz, a mechanical engineer with a profound passion for golf, ezLocator leverages patented software to automate the pin-placement process, enhancing the golfing experience for players while simultaneously improving the health of the greens. This comprehensive analysis explores ezLocator’s offerings, the benefits it presents to golf courses, and considerations for operators thinking about integrating this technology into their operations.
The R&A has announced the launch of the first Golf Course2030 (GC2030) project in Australia and New Zealand, with a focus on demonstrating the positive role golf courses can play in nature conservation and ecological restoration. The initiative is led by Australia’s leading experts in golf course biodiversity – Kate Torgersen and Monina Gilbey of consultants Torgersen Gilbey. The project will bring together leading environmental projects and practical course management to collate examples of best practice in biodiversity stewardship from golf courses across Australia and New Zealand. The project will highlight how golf facilities, when managed responsibly, can provide thriving…
Golf’s most influential brands, buyers and professionals unite for an expanded, energized start to the new golf business year. The PGA Show, golf’s longest-running and largest global business gathering, returns to Orlando, Florida, Jan. 20–23, 2026, with record participation anticipated from across the golf industry. The 2026 PGA Show is expanding once again to host more than 1,000 exhibiting companies and brands. The lineup includes the game’s most recognizable names, veteran manufacturers and emerging innovators across equipment, technology, apparel, accessories and golf lifestyle products. Following last year’s largest PGA Show in 15 years, thousands of PGA of America Golf Professionals,…
Registration is now open for golf industry’s flagship business event, January 20-23, 2026, in Orlando, at PGAShow.com. FRISCO, Texas (Oct. 9, 2025) — The PGA Show, golf’s longest-running and largest global business gathering, returns to Orlando, Florida, January 20–23, 2026, with the launch of a refreshed brand identity, expanded programming and impactful new partnerships. Now in its 73rd year, the PGA Show remains the premier launchpad for innovations shaping the $102 billion golf industry. Online registration is now open at PGAShow.com for all qualified industry professionals. Held annually at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC), the PGA Show brings together…
Leaders from sport, finance, and technology spotlight golf as a catalyst for cross-border investment, innovation, and cultural exchange at FII Elevated Green in Shenzhen Golf Saudi, in partnership with the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, hosted the FII Elevated Green program at Mission Hills Resort, Shenzhen, during the Aramco China Championship – the final event of the 2025 PIF Global Series. The exclusive forum brought together senior leaders from sport, finance, and technology to explore how golf is emerging as a strategic platform for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), economic diversification, and global collaboration. “Golf is a bridge to one’s own…