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EcoBunker announces appointment of Charlie Taylor

February 6, 2026/in News, People, Press Release/by Admin

EcoBunker announces appointment of Charlie Taylor: Synthetic bunker edge pioneers EcoBunker have appointed Charlie Taylor to the position of Technical Sales Manager in a move that is set to strengthen the relationship between the brand and its customers. Taylor began his career at Gillingham Golf Club where he qualified as a greenkeeper. After 3 years […]

STIGA’s Autonomous range with ‘Vista Technology’

February 6, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

STIGA’s Autonomous range with ‘Vista Technology’: STIGA, leading European manufacturer of garden machinery, is raising the bar in smart lawn care with the launch of nine new autonomous robot mowers featuring STIGA Vista Technology. The innovative AI-driven camera and new Antenna-FREE feature make these mowers smarter, faster, and easier to use than ever — delivering a […]

EcoBunker announces appointment of Charlie Taylor

February 6, 2026/in News, People, Press Release/by Admin

STIGA’s Autonomous range with ‘Vista Technology’

February 6, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

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EcoBunker announces appointment of Charlie Taylor

February 6, 2026/in News, People, Press Release/by Admin

EcoBunker announces appointment of Charlie Taylor: Synthetic bunker edge pioneers EcoBunker have appointed Charlie Taylor to the position of Technical Sales Manager in a move that is set to strengthen the relationship between the brand and its customers.

Taylor began his career at Gillingham Golf Club where he qualified as a greenkeeper. After 3 years at Gillingham, he moved into generalist grounds care before starting his own grounds maintenance business. Having undertaken a number of projects in collaboration with EcoBunker, when the opportunity to join the business arose, Taylor could not turn down the opportunity.

EcoBunker announces appointment of Charlie Taylor

“It was obviously a tough decision to close my business, but the chance to return to my roots in golf and to work with a brand that I truly believe in was too good an opportunity to miss,” said Taylor upon the announcement of his appointment. “With a superb range of bunker edge technology, bunker liners, lake edging and now LOKSAND, EcoBunker is growing at pace. I’m delighted to be part of the team and look forward to helping drive the business forward to the next level.”

Taylor’s role will see him manage customer relationships, ranging from project consultations and quotations, to supervising installations and ensuring quality and longevity of installations. Wherever a customer needs input from EcoBunker, Taylor will manage relationships so that customers have quick access to the answers they need.

“We have a superb product and our installations are second to none, but we needed someone with a detailed technical knowledge and a fantastic talent for customer service to strengthen the team and manage a rapidly increasing number of leads and enquiries,” commented CEO Richard Allen. “Having worked closely with Charlie on several projects, we were absolutely thrilled that he wanted to join us. He has the perfect blend of skills for the role and we can’t wait to see the service he delivers for our customers and the impact that he has on the business.”

Taylor has been in position since the end of January, where he helped introduce EcoBunker’s latest innovation – pre-cut synthetic tiles – alongside the first showing of LOKSAND to the U.K. market. For more information on working with EcoBunker or to arrange a visit to your venue, please contact charlie.taylor@ecobunker.co.uk or visit www.ecobunker.co.uk

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STIGA’s Autonomous range with ‘Vista Technology’

February 6, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

STIGA’s Autonomous range with ‘Vista Technology’: STIGA, leading European manufacturer of garden machinery, is raising the bar in smart lawn care with the launch of nine new autonomous robot mowers featuring STIGA Vista Technology. The innovative AI-driven camera and new Antenna-FREE feature make these mowers smarter, faster, and easier to use than ever — delivering a perfectly healthy lawn with zero effort.

Intelligent, Fully Autonomous Mowing

At the heart of the range is STIGA Vista Technology, a new AI-driven on-board camera that allows the robots to see and understand their surroundings. The system distinguishes grass in all shapes and colours from non-grass surfaces and navigates safely around fixed or moving obstacles, ensuring continuous mowing with minimal interruptions. Equipped with HDR global shutter technology, robust aluminium housing, and Gorilla Glass protection, the camera guarantees accuracy and durability, while a front LED light enhances visibility when needed. STIGA’s Active Guidance System (AGS) analyses satellite signal quality in real time, optimising mowing sessions even under unstable conditions. Now powered by a quad-band RTK-GNSS engine that provides stronger GPS reception, the robot offers extreme navigation accuracy and smoother operation, even in challenging environments such as under trees or near buildings, ensuring reliable and precise performance. The new Antenna-FREE feature removes the need for cables or reference stations, allowing flexible placement of the charging base and faster, simpler setup — maximising the device’s productivity with minimal effort.

STIGA’s Autonomous range with ‘Vista Technology’

Precision Cutting for Healthier Lawns

STIGA robot mowers combine advanced cutting systems with gentle daily mulching, promoting a softer, healthier, and more resilient lawn. Their organised and systematic patterns allow for stripes, grids, or seamless coverage, adapting automatically to different garden layouts. Smart sensors make the robots weather-aware, avoiding mowing in wet conditions or unnecessary passes. The result is a perfectly even, meticulously maintained lawn that requires no extra effort from the user.

Built to last, designed to perform

Every model in the new range is built to last. High-quality components, a floating protective shell, and lightweight yet durable construction ensure resilience against impacts, weather, and UV exposure. The minimalist, compact design blends seamlessly into any outdoor space, delivering a discreet, elegant presence.

Powered by STIGA’s ePower battery, the robots operate quietly and efficiently, combining long-lasting performance with lower energy consumption — making lawn care both sustainable and stress-free.

Simple App Control and Effortless Maintenance

All robots are fully controllable through the award-winning STIGA.GO App (Red Dot Design Award 2025), which offers intuitive setup, monitoring, and customisation. Users can start, pause, schedule, or adjust mowing sessions from anywhere, receiving real-time notifications and guidance. Maintenance is straightforward: accessible components, easy cleaning, and the support of STIGA’s expert dealer network ensure quick servicing and optional upgrades, including accessories like the Climb & Mud Kit for enhanced traction on challenging terrain.

Models for Every Garden

The new range covers all types of outdoor spaces, from 600 m² up to 14,000 m², and includes the following models: A 6v, A 8v, A 10v, A 15v, A 25v, A 50v, A 100v, and A 140v. With the launch of this next-generation range, STIGA sets a new benchmark in smart lawn care, offering autonomous mowing that is not only efficient and precise but effortless and enjoyable for both residential and professional users and for any garden size.

The new mowers are available for purchase via the STIGA website and authorised dealers, with prices ranging from RRP £1,199 for the A6v to RRP £6,499 for the A 140v. To learn more about the range at www.stiga.com/uk/robot-lawn-mower-ai-camera-technology

Key highlights:

STIGA Vista Technology: AI-driven camera recognises grass and obstacles = uninterrupted, precise, and respectful mowing.
Antenna-Free Setup: No cables or reference station required = faster and flexible installation.
Active Guidance System (AGS): Optimises satellite navigation = consistent mowing even with unstable signals.
Quad-band RTK-GNSS engine: delivers stronger GPS reception = exceptional navigation precision and smoother operation even in the most challenging environments.
STIGA Cutting Quality: Gentle mulching with smart pattern control = softer, healthier, and perfectly even lawns.
Robust and Elegant Design: Floating shell, lightweight yet durable = easy maintenance and long-lasting performance.
App Control: Award-winning STIGA.GO App = intuitive remote management and stress-free operation.

About STIGA Group

STIGA Group ranks among the leading European manufacturers and distributors of garden machinery and equipment. The Group consists of five brands, which together represent over 90 years of experience in the industry: in addition to the premium brand Stiga, the Group includes the brands Alpina, Mountfield, Castelgarden, and Atco. STIGA Group sells more than one million gardening machines every year and operates in 87 countries worldwide; with a workforce of more than 1,300 people, STIGA has three production plants: one in Castelfranco Veneto (Treviso, Italy), one in Slovakia, and one in China. The Group also has 15 sales offices throughout Europe. www.stiga.com

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EcoBunker announces appointment of Charlie Taylor

STIGA’s Autonomous range with ‘Vista Technology’

EcoBunker announces appointment of Charlie Taylor

STIGA’s Autonomous range with ‘Vista Technology’

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EcoBunker announces appointment of Charlie Taylor

EcoBunker announces appointment of Charlie Taylor: Synthetic bunker edge pioneers EcoBunker have appointed Charlie Taylor to the position of Technical Sales Manager in a move that is set to strengthen the relationship between the brand and its customers.

STIGA’s Autonomous range with ‘Vista Technology’

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