JJ T&I, Thailand’s Stonehill extend partnership

Jebsen & Jessen Technology – Turf & Irrigation (JJ T&I), a division of the technology business unit of Jebsen & Jessen Group, has clinched a 10-year agreement with the new Stonehill located north of central Bangkok in Pathum Thani, Thailand. Building on an existing package of equipment and irrigation solutions sealed in 2018 to support all areas of course maintenance, the new agreement advances their partnership to achieve a higher level of synergy over the next decade.

Stonehill, which opened in July 2022, is a private golf club designed by Kyle Phillips and Hart Howerton’s Timothy Slattery. The 7,815-yard, par-72 championship golf course covers 340 acres.

Stonehill successfully hosted the Bangkok leg of the inaugural LIV Golf Invitational — the region’s biggest international golf tournament — in October. JJ T&I provided a full suite of support services, including Toro equipment, equipment health checks, on-site technical assistance and volunteers during the tournament.

With the 10-year agreement, both JJ T&I and Stonehill will collaborate more closely to ensure a well-maintained golfing green. Stonehill will be able to access support from JJ T&I’s team of technical service experts, the newest products and technology — such as electric/lithium projects or new software — and support for myTurf Pro, Toro’s proprietary fleet management software. Stonehill’s staff members will also be able to participate in formal training and learning trips to selected clubs during tournaments to gain skills and expertise.

“We are proud to further build our relationship with Stonehill to meet their turf and maintenance needs. Since 2018, JJ T&I has provided Stonehill with our industry-leading experience and comprehensive range of high-quality Toro equipment, and we are well placed to be part of their growth journey for the next decade as they establish themselves as a world-class golfing destination,” JJ T&I regional director Philipp Hoffmann said.

“Every step of the way, from design to construction, we have selected the most high-quality options and ensured adherence to internationally accepted standards. We have found a trusted partner in JJ T&I and we look forward to further leveraging JJ T&I’s range of innovative equipment and irrigation solutions, and trusted technical expertise, to maintain the greens and guarantee the best golf experience for Stonehill’s esteemed guests,” said Darren Moore, Stonehill’s director of agronomy. “Course maintenance is a never-ending battle that has many routines and we expect the highest standards of turf maintenance machines and suppliers. It gives me great peace of mind knowing we can expect that level of excellence from Jebsen & Jessen and Toro for the next decade to come.”