Corrina Urquhart appointed Executive Officer of the Amenity Forum

Corrina Urquhart appointed Executive Officer of the Amenity Forum

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Corrina Urquhart appointed Executive Officer of the Amenity Forum

The Amenity Forum is pleased to announce the appointment of Corrina Urquhart as its new Executive Officer.

Corrina Urquhart appointed Executive Officer of the Amenity Forum

Corrina Urquhart appointed Executive Officer of the Amenity Forum

The appointment comes at an important time for the Amenity Forum as the sector continues to respond to evolving regulatory, environmental and operational challenges. In her new fractional role, Corrina will help grow the Forum’s membership and influence, translating its expertise into clear policy positions, stronger industry engagement and increased sector impact.

Corrina has held senior roles with organisations including BASIS Registration Ltd, where she most recently served as Chief Executive. With almost 20 years’ experience across membership, education and research organisations, she has a strong track record in influencing policy discussions and supporting professional standards across the land-based and environmental sectors.

Ian Graham, Chair of the Amenity Forum, said:

“We are delighted to welcome Corrina to the Amenity Forum. She brings the experience and leadership we need as we continue to evolve and strengthen the Forum’s voice, profile and impact across the sector.

Corrina understands how membership organisations can help shape policy, support their industries and build meaningful partnerships. She is widely recognised for her ability to bring people together, create momentum and deliver progress on complex issues.”

Commenting on her appointment, Corrina Urquhart said:

“I am excited to join the Amenity Forum as it has a strong reputation for bringing together organisations and individuals committed to promoting best practice, professionalism and responsible management within the amenity sector.

I look forward to working with members, partners and stakeholders to build on that strong foundation, strengthen engagement and help ensure the sector’s voice is clearly heard in policy and industry discussions.”

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Baroness delivers over a decade of dependability at Reading FC

Baroness delivers over a decade of dependability at Reading FC

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Baroness delivers over a decade of dependability at Reading FC

For Scott O’Nyons, Grounds Manager at Reading Football Club’s stadium and training ground, when it comes to their equipment longevity and reliability aren’t just ‘nice to haves’, it’s an operational necessity. Delivering exactly that is a trio of LM2700 mowers from Baroness which, after more than a decade of service, continue to deliver reliable performance and an exceptional quality of cut week-in, week-out.

Baroness delivers over a decade of dependability at Reading FC

Baroness delivers over a decade of dependability at Reading FC

Scott began at the club 19 years ago as an apprentice. Today, he oversees a team of 10 staff working across the stadium and 130-acre training ground. With a demanding schedule and limited time between training sessions, machinery performance is critical. “From a productivity perspective, we explored the options available in the ride-on, multi-unit market and took delivery of our first Baroness LM2700 in 2013” he explains. “Impressed with its performance we quickly added a further two LM2700’s to the fleet which remain fully operational, while the oldest has only recently been retired for parts.”

“Considering they’re more than a decade old and have clocked up a huge number of hours, they’ve been incredibly reliable mowers.” Across all three machines, one fact that stands out to Scott is that the club have never had to replace a single cylinder reel. “The reels are extremely robust and even when you inevitably catch a hidden contaminant in the ground, it barely leaves a blemish – a quick re-grind is all that’s needed and you’re back on your way.”

The LM2700’s five-unit configuration has been central to improving productivity, maintaining the 10 grass pitches at the training ground quickly, without compromising presentation. Scott explains how Baroness worked closely alongside the Reading team initially to refine the cutting set up for football, “In the early years we worked with Adam Butler then more recently Luke Collins who helped us fine-tune bedknife angles, grinding setup and seasonal adjustments to achieve that desired finish. The support from Baroness, together with local dealers Lister Wilder has always been fantastic.”

And the result of that collaboration? An exceptionally high quality of cut that supports year-round plant health and presentation. “We run predominantly at 24mm height of cut in the summer, rising slightly to 26mm through the autumn.” Scott adds, “Despite their size, the machines distribute weight impressively well, so we get the speed and efficiency we need without compaction.”

He concludes, “Many will know that the club has navigated a challenging few years, but these Baroness machines have given us dependable performance year after year which is invaluable.”

For more information on the Baroness range, including the LM551B five-unit fairway mower which supersedes the LM2700, visit baronessuk.com

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Green‑tech hosts Confor North Regional Committee Meeting

Green‑tech hosts Confor North Regional Committee Meeting

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Green‑tech hosts Confor North Regional Committee Meeting

Green-tech was delighted to host the Confor North Regional Committee Meeting on Wednesday, 13 May 2026, welcoming forestry and woodland sector representatives from across the region to their premises in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire.

Green‑tech hosts Confor North Regional Committee Meeting

Green‑tech hosts Confor North Regional Committee Meeting

The event brought together Confor committee members, industry partners and invited guests for a morning of discussion on key regional priorities, followed by a tour of Green-tech’s operational facility and a woodland site visit at Lotherton, organised by Tilhill.

The meeting focused on current policy and market issues affecting forestry and woodland management, including timber market conditions, sector updates, and developments impacting woodland owners and businesses.

Delegates were able to see Green-tech’s operations in action, with a site tour of the offices and extensive warehousing facilities. This was followed by a woodland visit to explore real-world application of materials and discuss woodland management and delivery on-site.

Adam Topliss, hosting on behalf of Green-tech Ltd, commented, “It was a real pleasure to welcome Confor’s North Regional Committee to Green-tech. Days like this are invaluable for bringing the sector together to share insight, discuss the challenges and opportunities ahead, and see first-hand how practical solutions can support woodland management and the wider supply chain. We were delighted to showcase our operations and to join the discussion on the future of forestry in the region.”

John Bruce, National Manager England at Confor, adds, “Green-tech’s support in hosting this meeting is greatly appreciated. It is an excellent opportunity for members to share regional updates, discuss current market and policy issues and take part in an open visit that highlights both operational best practice and practical woodland delivery.”

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Moor Park reaps benefits after switching to Club Car

Moor Park reaps benefits after switching to Club Car

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Moor Park reaps benefits after switching to Club Car

Moor Park Golf Club in Hertfordshire, UK has praised the impact of its new Club Car golf fleet, describing the innovative vehicles as a game-changer.

Moor Park reaps benefits after switching to Club Car

Moor Park reaps benefits after switching to Club Car

The prestigious venue, boasting two Harry Colt-designed championship courses, has installed 30 Tempos – Club Car’s industry-leading golf vehicle – complete with Bluetooth speakers and Club Car Connect technology with Visage Fleet Management.

“We wanted a premium golf cart that would offer a better experience for our golfers and be more efficient operationally,” said Amber Rees, Moor Park’s Golf Manager. “Club Car ticks both boxes.

“Our course is very hilly, so lots of our members need a cart. We also have a lot of corporate days, which is when Club Car Connect comes into its own, allowing us to display scoreboards on the screens in each vehicle and giving us control over where they can and cannot be driven.

“We’re a clay course so it does get quite wet in the winter. Having the ability to geo-fence certain areas will mean we can get more use out of them during those months, ensuring they do not go on particularly wet parts of the course.”

Rees added: “The level of service we’ve received from Club Car and the distributor, Oliver Landpower, has been excellent, as has the feedback from members and guests. And they look fantastic lined up in front of the mansion.”

Andrew Bourke, Club Car Regional Sales Manager Golf & Consumer, said: “Moor Park is one of England’s truly iconic parkland clubs, with exceptional facilities and first-class service.

“It’s wonderful to hear that the new Tempos have made an immediate impact both to the golf operations team and the golfing experience.”

The innovative Club Car Tempo is the chosen golf vehicle of many of the top clubs, courses and resorts around the world.

It delivers outstanding hill-climbing power and acceleration, and has many customisable options including colour, seats, storage, wheels and programmable drive modes to maximise performance.

Club Car is a worldwide supplier of the Ryder Cup and an official supplier to the DP World Tour. It is also a partner of the PGA of GB&I, the PGA of America and St Andrews Links Trust.

For more information on Club Car visit: www.clubcar.com

For more information on Moor Park visit: www.moorparkgc.co.uk

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Leguan Lifts Redefines the Electric Spider Lift Market

Leguan Lifts Redefines the Electric Spider Lift Market

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Leguan Lifts Redefines the Electric Spider Lift Market

Leguan Lifts, a Finnish manufacturer of market-defining spider lifts, announces the new era of spider lifts, with the upcoming global launch of the electrified All-terrain series. The official worldwide launch will take place at the Apex exhibition on the 2nd of June, 2026.

Leguan Lifts Redefines the Electric Spider Lift Market

Leguan Lifts Redefines the Electric Spider Lift Market

The spider lift industry is rapidly evolving as contractors, arborists, rental companies and facility maintenance professionals demand emission free, silent and full performance spider lifts without compromises. Leguan Lifts is answering this growing demand by offering its All-Terrain series lifts (170, 195, 225 and 265) with in-house-produced Avant Power OptiTemp battery.

Work Full Day with One Charge

Choosing zero emission is no longer a compromise. Leguan’s All-Terrain series paired with the OptiTemp battery offers unmatched operation time and diesel-equivalent performance. Operators can work a full day on a single charge.

Unlike generic battery solutions, the unique liquid-immersion technology keeps the battery pack operating at an optimal temperature at all times, delivering exceptional safety and consistent performance in all conditions. The battery pack is designed and manufactured in Finland by Avant Power to match Leguan’s exact requirements. The complete electric infrastructure is engineered as an integrated system to ensure efficient and reliable operation.

Purpose-built for Leguan All-Terrain Series

The OptiTemp-powered Leguan is not an additional model to the existing lineup, it is a power train option to the current fleet where customers now have the option to choose whether they want to have the diesel powertrain or an electric powertrain. The actual spider lift and its user interface remain the same. Both powertrains offer all the premium features and harmonious fleet design Leguan is known for.

“We did not want to cut corners with the electrification. The market is switching rapidly towards silent and emission-free machinery, and therefore this electrification project has been one of the most important project in our company’s history.”, explains Leguan’s VP of Sales & Marketing, Jori Mylläri.

“Many hybrid options on the market combine a combustion engine with a small battery pack, offering only limited battery capacity and compromising performance when compared with traditional diesel-powered spider lifts. Leguan Lifts OptiTemp-powered lifts, by contrast, are fully electric. The electrified All-Terrain Series delivers a full day of operation on a single charge and, in many applications, supports multi-day projects without recharging. All while maintaining dieselequivalent boom and transition speeds. The result is quiet, emission-free performance even on larger worksites.”, continues Jori Mylläri.

Leguan OptiTemp powered All-terrain series

  • Lower operating costs, maximum uptime
  • Easy-to-master, harmonious fleet
  • Charge anywhere as standard
  • Full performance with zero emissions
  • Built-in IoT connectivity

Global Launch on Apex exhibition 2026

The global launch of the electrified Leguan All-Terrain series is scheduled for the 2nd of June 2026, during the international lifting exhibition in Maastrich, the Netherlands.

Join the live-stream launch event and get early access to the technical details by following this link: https://electric.leguanlifts.com/

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