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Matt Bartle appointed Group Head of Commercial Strategy

February 17, 2026/in News, People, Press Release/by Admin

Matt Bartle appointed Group Head of Commercial Strategy: Replay Group has appointed Matt Bartle as its new Group Head of Commercial Strategy, a newly created role designed to support the business’s continued growth, diversification and long-term strategic direction. The appointment comes at a significant time for Replay Group, following private equity investment and the evolution […]

The future of autonomous mowing

February 16, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

The future of autonomous mowing: Leading specialist in battery-powered outdoor power equipment, EGO Power+, is launching ‘AURA-R2’, its next-generation, wire-free robotic mower range available from March this year. A unique entry to the domestic market, AURA-R2 features PATH IQTM intelligent navigation, EGO’s proprietary fusion navigation stack of three technologies that work together. The first, RTK […]

Matt Bartle appointed Group Head of Commercial Strategy

February 17, 2026/in News, People, Press Release/by Admin

The future of autonomous mowing

February 16, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

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Matt Bartle appointed Group Head of Commercial Strategy

February 17, 2026/in News, People, Press Release/by Admin

Matt Bartle appointed Group Head of Commercial Strategy: Replay Group has appointed Matt Bartle as its new Group Head of Commercial Strategy, a newly created role designed to support the business’s continued growth, diversification and long-term strategic direction.

The appointment comes at a significant time for Replay Group, following private equity investment and the evolution of the business into four distinct divisions: Replay Maintenance, Replay Resurfacing, Replay Racquets and Replay Natural Turf.

Matt Bartle appointed Group Head of Commercial Strategy

Matt brings with him more than two decades of experience across sport, infrastructure and facilities development. His career began in 2001 at the Football Foundation, where he was part of the organisation from its inception, before moving to The FA, where he spent around ten years working across a range of national projects

In 2017, Matt founded Tri Sports Consultancy, an infrastructure masterplanning business supporting grassroots sport and organisations with projects ranging from 3G and natural turf pitches to training facilities. Throughout that time, he maintained close links with Replay.

“I’ve always had a strong association with Replay,” said Matt. “When the opportunity came to join the organisation, it was a no-brainer. The trajectory of the business and what the next three to five years could look like made it a really exciting proposition.”

Matt’s new role combines elements of commercial leadership, business development and strategic oversight. While not a traditional sales director role, the commercial team and function sit firmly within his remit.

“One of the key drivers behind becoming Replay Group is being able to talk more about the breadth of what we do,” he explained. “Maintenance is what we’re best known for, but there’s so much more to the organisation.”

That diversification includes the formal separation of Replay Resurfacing, an area the business has been delivering for more than a decade. By bringing resurfacing into its own division, Replay can take a more proactive approach, offering lifecycle planning, financial modelling and long-term solutions to its extensive client base.

“We’re already a trusted maintenance partner to over a thousand organisations nationwide,” said Matt. “Clients were already asking us about resurfacing, so formalising that offer allows us to add even more value, while maintaining that connection with them throughout the lifecycle of their facilities.”

The Replay Racquets division is another key growth area, encompassing tennis, pickleball and padel.

“There’s a huge boom in padel at the moment, but standards are critical,” he said. “We work closely with organisations like SAPCA to ensure everything we do adheres to technical guidance and best practice. We won’t compromise on quality because safety, longevity and trust matter.”

Matt is also excited by the launch of Replay Natural Turf, which further strengthens the Group’s ability to support clients with joined-up solutions.

“At its core, this is about adding value,” he added. “Whether it’s maintenance, resurfacing, rackets or natural turf, the Replay standard is non-negotiable. We want to continue leading the market, innovating and being a trusted resource for our clients for the next 20 years – just as we have been for the last 20.”

Commenting on Matt’s appointment, Nick Harris, Managing Director of the Replay Group, said: “We are delighted to welcome Matt Bartle as our new Head of Commercial Strategy.

Matt brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight and will play a key role in driving our commercial growth and strengthening partnerships as we continue to expand. We’re delighted to have him on board and look forward to the impact he will make.”

For more information, visit www.replaymaintenance.co.uk

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The future of autonomous mowing

February 16, 2026/in News, Press Release/by Admin

The future of autonomous mowing: Leading specialist in battery-powered outdoor power equipment, EGO Power+, is launching ‘AURA-R2’, its next-generation, wire-free robotic mower range available from March this year.

A unique entry to the domestic market, AURA-R2 features PATH IQ^TMintelligent navigation, EGO’s proprietary fusion navigation stack of three technologies that work together. The first, RTK GPS, provides absolute accuracy using satellite data and correction signals, VSLAM enables the mower to visually map and localise itself based on what it sees through its binocular camera and VIO enables the mower to track real-time movements using motion sensors for enhanced safety. Together, this fusion allows the AURA-R2 to operate with precision and reliability, moving in planned patterns, even in complex environments.

The future of autonomous mowing

Equipped with AI vision for obstacle avoidance, the AURA-R2 is also capable of distinguishing between static and dynamic objects and adjusting its working plan accordingly, making it an ideal solution for families with small children or households with pets. The addition of built-in lights ensures effective obstacle detection even in low-light or night-time conditions, while a 180-degree front bumper adds an extra layer of protection in tight spaces.

Andrew Frohock, IoT Product Manager for EGO Power+, said: “The AURA-R2 range represents a major step forward in robotic mowing. By combining wire-free installation, our PATH IQ^TMnavigation, advanced safety systems and deep user customisation, we are proud to be introducing such a high-precision, fully autonomous mowing solution that adapts effortlessly to the needs of modern gardens.

“AURA-R2 is designed to give customers their time back, whether that’s for other jobs in the garden or simply enjoying the weekend, while also improving lawn quality. And with regular mowing and mulching, it helps keep the lawn looking consistently neat and healthy. Designed with the user in mind, homeowners can manage their mowing schedule from anywhere and at any time, via the EGO Connect app. Users can also adjust mowing direction, cutting height, mowing modes, and customise lighting and voice settings to make it their trusted helper.”

The machine houses a simple screen interface to display battery level, mowing progress and connection status, with all controls being handled via the EGO Connect App. Security features include a user-defined PIN, GPS tracking, geofencing alerts and remote lock functionality to help deter theft and provide peace of mind.

The mower can receive its GPS positioning data either via a local RTK antenna installed on the property for precise navigation, or through EGO’s network RTK service, which removes the need for on-site antenna hardware and is ideal for users wanting to quickly self-install. However, this service is not available in all regions at launch. Once the RTK GPS is configured, users can map up to 40 mowing zones on their lawn.

Designed for domestic users with medium to large-sized lawns, the AURA-R2 range includes three models –the RMR1500E, the RMR3000E and the RMR6000E – and covers lawns of 1,500, 3,000 and 6,000 square metres respectively. Engineered to handle real-world garden challenges, the cutting height is electronically adjustable from 20–90mm in precise 5mm steps, while the advanced system of the PATH IQ^TMintelligent navigation allows the AURA-R2 to maintain an efficient working path across slopes with inclines of up to 50%.

To encourage turf health and appearance, grass clippings are finely mulched and returned to the lawn. All three models are IP66 rated, making them weather-resistant and easy to clean with a pressure washer, while a dedicated rain sensor allows the mower to automatically park during wet conditions.

With prices starting from £1,799, all AURA-R2 models feature fast charging and efficient coverage, capable of mowing up to 3,000m² within 24 hours.

To learn more visit: https://www.egorobotmowers.eu/en-gb

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