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Baroness announce new 22,000sq foot facility

July 11, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Baroness announce new 22,000sq foot facility: Baroness UK, leaders in high-quality turf maintenance equipment, are pleased to announce a significant expansion to their UK facilities. In direct response to continued company growth, the new 22,000sq foot facility will strengthen operational capabilities and provide enhanced support and training for partners in their UK, Irish and European […]

SIS Pitches completes new hybrid pitch in Reykjavik

July 10, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

SIS Pitches completes new hybrid pitch in Reykjavik: Global leader in sports surfaces SIS Pitches has completed the installation of a bespoke new hybrid pitch system at Laugardalsvöllur, Iceland’s national football stadium in Reykjavik. The full design and construction of the new pitch will maximise elite-level football in Iceland, where the country’s subpolar climate has […]

Baroness announce new 22,000sq foot facility

July 11, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

SIS Pitches completes new hybrid pitch in Reykjavik

July 10, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

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Baroness announce new 22,000sq foot facility

July 11, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Baroness announce new 22,000sq foot facility: Baroness UK, leaders in high-quality turf maintenance equipment, are pleased to announce a significant expansion to their UK facilities.

In direct response to continued company growth, the new 22,000sq foot facility will strengthen operational capabilities and provide enhanced support and training for partners in their UK, Irish and European dealer network.

Baroness announce new 22,000sq foot facility

The expanded facility, located in Basingstoke, becomes the third facility in the UK and marks a significant milestone for the brand as they seek to support their 18 dealers operating out of 46 sites throughout the UK, Ireland and across the EU. Together with underscoring their commitment to delivering exceptional service, the strategic investment also allows Baroness to streamline further machine imports, have a larger dedicated space for hands-on training and stock a wider range of spares and parts.

“As demand for our equipment continues to grow, it’s vital we are investing in the infrastructure that enables us to meet the needs of our dealers and end-users, not only in the UK but further afield” comments Baroness UK Director Adam Butler. “The new facility will support increased inventory and faster delivery but will also give us the space we need to run new and more frequent training programmes to ensure our dealers are equipped with the knowledge and resources they need to deliver the exceptional quality and reliability that Baroness is known for.”

“We see this as a necessary step to elevate our operation to the next level. It’s not just growing our footprint, it’s strengthening all elements of our manufacturer/dealer relationship which will put us in the best position to provide unmatched support in every aspect of the ownership and service of a Baroness and AgriMetal product.”

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SIS Pitches completes new hybrid pitch in Reykjavik

July 10, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

SIS Pitches completes new hybrid pitch in Reykjavik: Global leader in sports surfaces SIS Pitches has completed the installation of a bespoke new hybrid pitch system at Laugardalsvöllur, Iceland’s national football stadium in Reykjavik.

The full design and construction of the new pitch will maximise elite-level football in Iceland, where the country’s subpolar climate has historically made high-standard playing surfaces difficult to maintain. The completion of the project builds on SIS Pitches’ status as the leading pitch builder in Iceland following its successful construction of the pitch at FH Hafnarfjorour in 2023.

SIS Pitches completes new hybrid pitch in Reykjavik

Laugardalsvöllur’s full hybrid grass pitch benefits from three of SIS Pitches’ advanced concepts, each working in unison to keep the surface play-ready all year round. The SIS Grass Hybrid system features a 95% natural grass surface reinforced with polyethylene fibres to deliver significantly more playing hours than a fully natural pitch, which is especially important given Iceland’s harsh temperatures, high rainfall and limited daylight.

Installed below the pitch itself is the SIS Aqua pop-up irrigation system and the SIS Heat undersoil heating system, which optimises the temperature of the rootzone, encouraging better root growth and reduce the risk of long-term damage. The installation is completed by a bespoke irrigation and undersoil heating system.

Part-funded by the city of Reykjavik, the project was completed over a period of three months. During this period, the installation team successfully navigated challenges posed by snow, ice and temperatures as low as -16°C. Access to the site was also limited in December – a time when good daylight in Iceland can be as little as two hours per day.

After excavating the existing playing area 450mm down to a formation level, the new drainage, irrigation and undersoil heating systems were installed. This was followed by the installation of a lower rootzone, an upper rootzone and the playing surface itself, which benefits from the structured profile underneath.

The hybrid grass fibres were installed to a depth of 180mm and stitched at 2cm x 2cm spacing, increasing the long-term durability of the playing surface. All materials used through the profile of the pitch were tested before being independently verified by leading sports agronomists, OBI Sports, to ensure conformity with industry standards and high performance over their lifespan. The dedicated support provided by SIS Pitches’ team of experts to the stadium’s grounds staff during the grow-in stage ensured no issues were encountered during the quick turnaround from seeding to the first competitive fixture.

Carlos Reis, Director at SIS Pitches, said: “The project was a challenging one due to Iceland’s tough climate, but we always thrive on overcoming challenges. It was a real privilege to bring an elite level playing surface to Iceland’s national stadium. The configuration of the new hybrid pitch will power more play all year round, helping the country to further grow its footballing profile on the international stage.

Michael Walker, International Sales Manager at SIS Pitches, added: “Iceland isn’t necessarily conducive to the effective growth of natural grass, so the hybrid profile really is the ideal solution. Ultimately, it will mean a pitch free of discrepancies, promising uninterrupted play for the Icelandic national team.”

For more information on SIS Pitches’ sports pitch installation services, visit sispitches.com.

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Baroness announce new 22,000sq foot facility

SIS Pitches completes new hybrid pitch in Reykjavik

Baroness announce new 22,000sq foot facility

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Baroness announce new 22,000sq foot facility

Baroness announce new 22,000sq foot facility: Baroness UK, leaders in high-quality turf maintenance equipment, are pleased to announce a significant expansion to their UK facilities.

SIS Pitches completes new hybrid pitch in Reykjavik

SIS Pitches completes new hybrid pitch in Reykjavik: Global leader in sports surfaces SIS Pitches has completed the installation of a bespoke new hybrid pitch system at Laugardalsvöllur, Iceland’s national football stadium in Reykjavik.

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