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Preparing a golf course for major championships requires precision, consistency, and world-class turf management. Tournament venues must deliver firm, smooth, and stress-resilient greens capable of withstanding high traffic and demanding playing conditions. To achieve these standards, leading courses increasingly rely on advanced air-injection aeration technology.
A UK championship venue hosting multiple televised events identified the need to enhance oxygen exchange, improve rootzone structure and increase turf resilience ahead of a major tournament. Traditional hollow-tine and solid-tine aeration alone were no longer sufficient to maintain optimal greens firmness under the pressure of elite competition and high spectator traffic.
The course selected a state-of-the-art air-injection aerator, capable of delivering high-pressure bursts of air beneath the turf to fracture compacted soil, stimulate root development, and increase stress tolerance without disrupting the playing surface. This made it ideal for use immediately before and between tournament rounds.
However, with ongoing project commitments and championship investment already planned, the club sought a finance structure that preserved liquidity while providing access to the latest technology.
Gable Business Finance arranged an Operating Lease with the option to upgrade after three years—ensuring the venue always has access to tournament-grade performance without long-term commitment to ownership.
Air-injection systems are increasingly relied upon by elite golf venues because they:
These qualities make air-injection aerators essential tools in championship agronomy, providing a competitive edge when preparing greens for the highest playing standards.
The venue wanted to remain at the forefront of technology, knowing that aeration systems continue to evolve rapidly. Ownership was less important than ongoing access to best-in-class equipment.
Gable structured an Operating Lease offering:
This structure ensured the club could meet tournament standards while safeguarding financial planning for course development and spectator infrastructure.
To run efficiently and maintain high presentation standards, golf clubs must continually invest in new equipment, vehicles, technology, and machinery. Asset Finance offers a practical way to acquire these resources without paying the full cost upfront.
Asset Finance is a funding solution that enables businesses to acquire essential equipment through fixed monthly instalments. Rather than tying up capital in large purchases, clubs and venues spread the cost over time—protecting day-to-day cash flow.
It can also be used to release funds from assets already purchased, improving liquidity for upcoming projects or tournament preparations.
For golf clubs, contractors and championship venues, Asset Finance supports:
Asset Finance allows major upgrades—like aerators, sprayers, mowers and irrigation systems—to be completed on schedule without delaying other essential projects.
Clubs, contractors and golf businesses are typically eligible if:
Gable works with clubs of all sizes—from small local venues to internationally recognised championship courses.
Whether you are replacing a fairway mower or building a full agronomy programme for a championship venue, finance ensures long-term planning remains stable and predictable.
The best structure depends on whether you want to own the asset, hire it, or maintain the flexibility to upgrade. Gable provides guidance tailored to each club’s operational and financial objectives.
Hire Purchase is ideal when long-term ownership matters. It offers:
A Finance Lease allows clubs to use equipment long-term without owning it.
Contract Hire is designed for vehicle fleets such as UTVs, ATVs or maintenance vehicles.
Yes. Many championship venues finance specialist aerators, rollers, moisture-management tools and tournament infrastructure through Asset Finance to ensure world-class presentation without large upfront expenditure.
With Operating or Finance Leases, upgrading is often straightforward—especially when structured with a planned refresh cycle like the three-year option in this case study.
Yes. Repayments remain consistent throughout the agreement, making it easy for clubs to plan budgets and manage seasonal fluctuations.
Absolutely. HP and Finance Leases support both new and used machinery, giving clubs flexibility to align upgrades with budget requirements.
No. It can cover irrigation, vehicles, software, IT, clubhouse equipment, and tournament infrastructure—anything essential to the business.
Yes. Through refinancing, clubs can unlock capital tied up in existing machinery while continuing to use the equipment.
Yes. As long as eligibility criteria are met, clubs of all sizes—from nine-hole community courses to championship venues—can benefit.
Whether you’re preparing for a major tournament or planning long-term course improvements, Gable Business Finance offers tailored, flexible solutions to help you secure the equipment you need.
Contact Gable today to discuss Hire Purchase, Leasing, Contract Hire or refinancing options for your club.