AL MOUJ GOLF SET TO ELEVATE OFFERING WITH APPOINTMENT OF TROON

Oman’s world-class oceanfront golf destination bolsters its status as a top golfing destination with Troon International appointment, focusing on excellence and expansion of world-class services.

Muscat, Oman (January 17, 2024) – In an appointment that highlights its commitment to exceptional golfing experiences, Al Mouj Muscat has appointed Troon^®, a globally recognized leader in golf and club-related leisure services, to manage Al Mouj Golf (AMG). Situated in the heart of Muscat, the Greg Norman-designed Al Mouj Golf course stands as a jewel in the Middle East, poised to reach new heights under Troon’s expert stewardship.

The alliance will see Al Mouj Golf utilize Troon’s international division, ‘Troon International’, operating under the renowned Troon Golf brand. The collaboration encompasses comprehensive management of agronomy, marketing and operations, leveraging Troon’s extensive Middle Eastern market expertise. Troon International, with its rich portfolio of world-class courses such as The Els Club Dubai and Al Zorah Golf Club in the UAE, Royal Golf Club Bahrain, and Muscat-based golf clubs, brings a wealth of regional knowledge. This alliance offers AMG club members access to Troon’s impressive network of regional and international courses, while attracting Troon’s extensive golfer community to AMG, fostering enriched experiences for both communities.

Nasser bin Masoud Al Sheibani, CEO of Al Mouj Golf, said: “We are excited to embark on this journey with Troon International. With their unparalleled expertise in golf management and resort excellence, they stand as an ideal partner for Al Mouj Golf’s vision and aspirations. This strategic alliance marks Al Mouj’s ongoing commitment to further enhance our offerings, providing our members and guests with an extraordinary golfing experience. We are confident that this collaboration will elevate Al Mouj Golf to even greater heights and cement its position as a leader in the world of golf.”

DJ Flanders, Executive Vice President of Troon International, commented “Utilizing our wealth of expertise in golf management and resort excellence, this appointment with Al Mouj Golf is set to unlock the full potential of this remarkable destination. Collaboratively, our goal is to build upon its already esteemed reputation to ensure the club preserves its status as one of the world’s premier golf destinations.”

Al Mouj Golf’s standing as one of the world’s premier golf destinations is well-recognized, as demonstrated by its consecutive inclusion in the Top 100 Courses in the World in Today’s Golfer, a distinction it shares with only one other course in the region. Further showcasing its dedication to excellence, Al Mouj Golf has been re-certified in the industry-leading GEO and Audubon standards for 2023, making it one of only a few golf clubs in the world to maintain both certifications. The course has served as the venue for several prestigious tournaments in recent years, most notably hosting the European Tour’s NBO Open in 2018 and The Asian Tour’s elevated event the International Series Oman in 2023.

Occupying a stunning two-kilometer stretch along the coastline that looks over the Sea of Oman, the golf course enjoys a breathtaking backdrop of the Hajjar mountain range. Its five waterfront holes perfectly encapsulates Oman’s natural beauty. The golf precinct is a hub of fantastic attractions including 5-star hotel and resort, the business park and the top tracer technology, drawing numerous visitors to Al Mouj Golf course annually.

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About Troon

Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Troon is the world’s largest golf and golf-related hospitality management company providing services at 825-plus locations, including 825-plus 18-hole equivalent golf courses around the globe. In addition to golf, Troon specializes in homeowner association management, private residence clubs, estate management and associated hospitality venues. Troon’s award-winning food and beverage division operates and manages 600-plus food and beverage operations located at golf resorts, private clubs, daily fee golf courses and recreational facilities. With properties located in 45-plus states and 30-plus countries, Troon’s family of brands includes Troon Golf, Troon Privé, Troon International, Indigo Sports, CADDIEMASTER, Club Up, Cliff Drysdale Tennis, Peter Burwash International, True Club Solutions, Real Food Hospitality, Strategy and Design, Casa Verde Golf and ICON Management. For additional news and information, visit www.Troon.com, TroonMagazine.com or connect with Troon on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Troon Chronicles, Press Room, and via The Turn Podcast.

About Al Mouj Golf

Al Mouj Golf, located in Muscat, Oman, is a world class golf complex designed by the legendary Greg Norman, which features a championship 18-hole course and a floodlit 9-hole par three layout, promising an exceptional golfing experience. The course has been ranked in Today’s Golfer’s ‘Top 100’ golf courses for two consecutive years, becoming only one of the two courses in the region to receive the accolade. Al Mouj Golf has a picturesque layout with the Hajjar mountain range providing a backdrop to the first links-style course in the nation. Beyond golf, the complex offers a diverse range of amenities, including a restaurant with versatile event spaces and is conveniently located a 10-minute drive from Muscat International Airport. For additional news and information, click here.

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