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It’s tried and trusted Trilo’s

January 14, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

It’s tried and trusted Trilo’s: With a remit of defence and public open spaces, Gavin Jones is one of five companies that make up the wider Nurture Group. Helping the team to deliver maintenance contracts on Ministry of Defence (MOD) sites across the southwest are a fleet of multi-functional units from Trilo – the current […]

Bernhard Academy appoints new programme leader

January 14, 2025/in News, People, Press Release/by Admin

Bernhard Academy appoints new programme leader: The Bernhard Academy, a global leader in turf care education, has announced the appointment of Barry Drennan as Programme Leader for Technical and Equipment Management workshops. Coinciding with Drennan’s appointment, the Bernhard Academy has unveiled its new, innovative ‘Bernhard Academy Pathways’ for 2025. These structured learning tracks are designed […]

It’s tried and trusted Trilo’s

January 14, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Bernhard Academy appoints new programme leader

January 14, 2025/in News, People, Press Release/by Admin

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It’s tried and trusted Trilo’s

January 14, 2025/in News, Press Release/by Admin

It’s tried and trusted Trilo’s: With a remit of defence and public open spaces, Gavin Jones is one of five companies that make up the wider Nurture Group.

Helping the team to deliver maintenance contracts on Ministry of Defence (MOD) sites across the southwest are a fleet of multi-functional units from Trilo – the current compliment of three M8’s, one M10 and one S12 adding to a long list of reliable performance delivered by Trilo machines for over a decade.

It’s tried and trusted Trilo’s

Andy Mighall has been the Regional Manager for the southwest for the last 14 years and explains why the company comes back to Trilo time and time again. “We’ve run blowers, SG400’s and SU40’s in the past and where they would have primarily been purchased for leaf clearance, the newer units give us the multi-functionality to conduct tasks year-round” he explains. “In our experience, there’s no other machines out there that combine the versatility and reliability we get from Trilo.”

The current fleet was procured over a two-year period from supporting dealers Lister Wilder, and now reside with teams based at five of the largest MOD sites across the region. “From October to March they’re utilised for leaf clearance, which is incredibly quick and efficient compared to alternative methods. Our new units offer the ability to control the Wanderhose from the cab which saves someone having to operate it manually and now frees that person up to do other tasks.”

Trilo’s Multipurpose (M) range enables the swift switching between shafts to conduct multiple maintenance tasks, all with one machine, a feature which Gavin Jones utilise to the full! Andy continues, “We additionally purchased the scarifier and flail shafts which means that come the summer we can use the Trilo’s not only for site clearance and collection of arisings from large area grass cutting, but also to conduct those cut and collection tasks and/or scarification on areas such as the airfields.”

“Together with great efficiency and build quality, something we’ve also always had with Trilo is great back-up support from Listers and Vanmac’s Jeremy Vincent. On the delivery of the newest machine, Jeremy delivered full installation and familiarity training which means every operator has the knowledge and confidence to get the very best out of each machine.”

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Bernhard Academy appoints new programme leader

January 14, 2025/in News, People, Press Release/by Admin

Bernhard Academy appoints new programme leader: The Bernhard Academy, a global leader in turf care education, has announced the appointment of Barry Drennan as Programme Leader for Technical and Equipment Management workshops.

Coinciding with Drennan’s appointment, the Bernhard Academy has unveiled its new, innovative ‘Bernhard Academy Pathways’ for 2025. These structured learning tracks are designed to empower turf professionals by enhancing their skills across technical, agronomic, and managerial disciplines.

Bernhard Academy appoints new programme leader

Barry Drennan joins the Bernhard Academy with more than 35 years of global experience in turf management, having started his career as a greenkeeper in 1987 and qualified as a golf course mechanic in 1991. He has since worked with leading brands such as Toro and Bernhard and Company, operated businesses specialising in golf equipment sales, hire, training, and service, and supported major tournaments including the Ryder Cup and Walker Cup.

Under Drennan’s leadership, the Bernhard Academy is introducing a range of new technical workshops for 2025 to form the core of its Technical and Equipment Management Pathway:

Basic Machinery Maintenance for Turf Professionals (NEW)
Fundamentals of Turfcare Mechanics Part 1 & Part 2 (NEW)
Grinder Refresher and Abrasive Wheels Training (NEW)
Cutting Unit Setup and Sharpening Techniques

The Bernhard Academy Pathways for 2025 offer comprehensive development opportunities, by combining numerous different workshops to create dedicated pathways for four different end goals:

Leadership and Management Pathway
1. Aspiring Manager
2. Confident Manager
3. Successful Manager Part 1 & 2
4. Inspirational Leader
Technical and Equipment Management Pathway
1. Abrasive Wheel Safety Certificate
2. Cutting Unit Setup and Sharpening Techniques
3. Basic Machinery Maintenance
4. Fundamentals of Turfcare Mechanics Level 1 & 2
Agronomy Pathway
1. Basic Agronomy
Bespoke Programmes
1. Golf Course Management for Golf Club Managers
2. Customised training solutions tailored to client needs

Commenting on his new role, Barry Drennan said: “I’m delighted to join the Bernhard Academy at such an exciting time. I look forward to contributing my experience to provide valuable training in technical and equipment management skills to the industry.”

Sami Strutt, Education Director added: “We are delighted at the appointment of Barry Drennan. His knowledge, experience and skills have been fundamental in the development of the Technical and Equipment Management Pathway, which forms one of the three pillars of the Bernhard Academy. Barry’s enthusiasm and boundless energy will create an enjoyable and productive learning experience. The new pathways and workshops we are introducing will provide amazing opportunities for turf professionals to advance their careers and to shape the next generation of industry leaders.”

To find out more about the Bernhard Academy, visit www.bernhardacademy.co.uk, where you can view more information about workshops and educational pathways.

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It’s tried and trusted Trilo’s

Bernhard Academy appoints new programme leader

It’s tried and trusted Trilo’s

Bernhard Academy appoints new programme leader

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It’s tried and trusted Trilo’s

It’s tried and trusted Trilo’s: With a remit of defence and public open spaces, Gavin Jones is one of five companies that make up the wider Nurture Group.

Bernhard Academy appoints new programme leader

Bernhard Academy appoints new programme leader: The Bernhard Academy, a global leader in turf care education, has announced the appointment of Barry Drennan as Programme Leader for Technical and Equipment Management workshops.

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