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Tubex ® Collection Hubs Open For 2026 Season

April 23, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Tubex ® Collection Hubs Open For 2026 Season Tubex® has announced the 2026 opening times for the nationwide network of hubs participating in its Tree Shelter Collection and Recycling Programme – with the scheme approaching the milestone of two million used shelters collected and recycled, following strong growth in returns during 2025. The scheme – […]

Baroness and Kubota support BIGGA’s Mental Health First Aid Programme

April 22, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Baroness and Kubota support BIGGA’s Mental Health First Aid Programme The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) is proud to announce Baroness UK and Kubota (UK) Ltd as headline sponsors of its Mental Health First Aid Programme (MHFAP). Developed in response to the well-documented pressures faced by greenkeepers and turf professionals, the programme delivers […]

Tubex ® Collection Hubs Open For 2026 Season

April 23, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Baroness and Kubota support BIGGA’s Mental Health First Aid Programme

April 22, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

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Tubex ® Collection Hubs Open For 2026 Season

April 23, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Tubex ® Collection Hubs Open For 2026 Season

Tubex® has announced the 2026 opening times for the nationwide network of hubs participating in its Tree Shelter Collection and Recycling Programme – with the scheme approaching the milestone of two million used shelters collected and recycled, following strong growth in returns during 2025.

Tubex ® Collection Hubs Open For 2026 Season

The scheme – the UK’s largest dedicated tree shelter collection and recycling network –recorded a 39% increase in the number of shelters returned last year compared with 2024. The figures underline growing engagement from across the forestry sector as attention continues to focus on the end-of-life management of tree shelters and the need for practical, scalable recovery routes.

For the 2026 season, the Programme continues with a UK-wide network of more than 20 collection hubs, developed in partnership with distributors and forestry organisations to provide accessible free drop-off points for used shelters. Hub partners include Yorkshire Dales Millenium Trust, Forest Working Plastics Group, Tilhill, Maydencroft, British Hardwood Tree Nursery, Ashlea Landscaping and Green-tech, among others.

The latest partner to open a hub is Cambridge-based environmental services contractor, Chaffin Works. The company’s Contract Manager, Dan Palmer said: “We’ve seen the success of the scheme and are delighted to join, to help our community dispose of used shelters sustainably. To see so few hubs in our area could potentially be a limiting factor for contractors and small holding proprietors looking to recycle small or even large numbers of tree shelters. When I saw the hub location map, I thought that we need to contribute to the success of the recycling project.”

The scheme accepts used polypropylene and polyethylene shelters, as well as mesh tubes, from all manufacturers. In addition to hub drop-off, doorstep collection is also available for a small fee, offering an additional route for estates, contractors and land managers handling larger volumes of end-of-life material.

Pete Stevens, Business Development Manager at Tubex®, said: “Our protective, scalable and responsible shelters are an essential part of ensuring saplings survive to maturity. As part of our commitment for the trees, our Collection & Recycling Programme is one way we do our bit in the shared responsibility we all have to the environment — ensuring shelters are recovered and recycled at the end of their life.

He added: “The level of uptake we saw in 2025 shows what can be achieved when manufacturers, distributors, forestry organisations and land managers work together. As we move into the 2026 season, we remain committed to making the system as accessible and effective as possible for the industry.”

Tubex® says the Programme supports a more circular model for tree shelter use. Independent life cycle assessment research has also found that collection and recycling represents the lowest environmental impact end-of-life option when tree shelters are used*, adding further weight to calls for greater recovery across the sector.

As planting targets continue to rise, and scrutiny increases around establishment success and whole-life environmental impact, Tubex® argues that protecting saplings effectively must go hand in hand with ensuring shelters are properly recovered at end of use.

To find the nearest collection hub, book a shelter pick-up, or learn more about the Programme, visit: https://tubex.com/sustainability/tree-shelter-collection-recycling-programme/

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Baroness and Kubota support BIGGA’s Mental Health First Aid Programme

April 22, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Baroness and Kubota support BIGGA’s Mental Health First Aid Programme

The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) is proud to announce Baroness UK and Kubota (UK) Ltd as headline sponsors of its Mental Health First Aid Programme (MHFAP).

Baroness and Kubota support BIGGA’s Mental Health First Aid Programme

Developed in response to the well-documented pressures faced by greenkeepers and turf professionals, the programme delivers accredited training designed to equip members with the skills to recognise and respond to mental health challenges in themselves and others.

Long hours, seasonal demands, and often isolated working environments mean those employed in turf management can be at increased risk.

Through the MHFAP, BIGGA is aiming to continue building a network of trained Mental Health First Aiders across the industry, while helping to create more supportive and resilient workplaces.

The programme centres on two-day, in-person courses delivered to members across BIGGA’s five regions, supported by ongoing guidance and follow-up communication to ensure lasting impact beyond the classroom.

BIGGA CEO Jim Croxton said the support would play a key role in strengthening an already important area of the association’s work.

“Through this programme, we are providing practical, accredited training that gives people the confidence to recognise when something is wrong and to step in with the right support at the right time,” he said.

“The backing of Baroness and Kubota allows us to extend that support further, ensuring more members across our regions can access this training and help us build a stronger, more connected network of Mental Health First Aiders within the industry. This will make the industry a better place for all,” said Croxton.

“Supporting BIGGA’s Mental Health First Aid programme reflects our commitment not only to the turf industry, but to the people within it,” said Baroness UK Sales Director Adam Butler. “Mental wellbeing is just as important as physical safety so we’re delighted to be able to play our part in providing the tools and awareness needed to support turf managers across the UK.”

Charlotte McFarland, Tactical Marketing Executive for Kubota (UK) Ltd, added: “This sponsorship is perfectly in line with our ‘For Earth, For Life’ commitment – supporting the needs of our society whether that’s with equipment or training, support and understanding. “Partnering with BIGGA on this initiative allows us to play a meaningful role in promoting mental health awareness and ensuring those in the industry know they are not alone.”

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Tubex ® Collection Hubs Open For 2026 Season

Baroness and Kubota support BIGGA’s Mental Health First Aid Programme

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Tubex ® Collection Hubs Open For 2026 Season

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Baroness and Kubota support BIGGA’s Mental Health First Aid Programme

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