Golf Course Architecture - Issue 65, July 2021

43 Sports Turf Solutions and Durabunker have signed a partnership agreement, which will see them work together on projects in the Asia-Pacific region. The agreement follows a realignment for the sale of synthetic bunker edging in the region for both companies, with Sport Turf Solutions now marketing, selling and installing Durabunker’s solution in Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos and Brunei. Durabunker’s previous work in Asia has seen them work with architect Phil Jacobs on the Tampines course at Tanah Merah CC in Singapore (pictured), and with Robert Trent Jones II on the club’s Garden course. Rhydian Lewis, founder of Durabunker, said: “We are confident this move will bring more success in Asia-Pacific and help build our brand further. Transitioning from their past supply agreement, Sports Turf Solutions offered a transparency that we value highly in our partnerships, resulting in an agreement being signed off within a matter of days of introductory talks taking place. It was very clear to us what was important to them in terms of a healthy working relationship; honesty, integrity and loyalty being upper most in our conversations. This, along with their reputation in the region, gave us confidence that they were a good fit for Durabunker.” Brad Burgess, founder of Sports Turf Solutions, said: “This partnership with Durabunker strengthens our reputation in the industry through better product quality, a reliable supply chain and partner loyalty. Our achievements in the region over the past 16 years with SandTrapper has enabled our construction teams to become world class leaders in bunker construction through our customer support.” STS and Durabunker look set to be busy in the region with multiple projects already lined up. “As we move into the next series of projects in Asia, we needed a more stable supply of product coupled with clear messaging to the marketplace that we are the exclusive distributor for the product throughout the region,” said Burgess. “We are excited to align ourselves with the most reputable brands in the bunker business through the advice of leading golf courses architects who also depend on the best quality products to ensure the integrity of their bunker designs remain intact.” Sports Turf Solutions partners with Durabunker in Asia Photo: Tanah Merah Country Club