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We attended SALTEX 2024!
On Wednesday 30th October, Landscape Services visited the NEC in Birmingham for the annual SALTEX exhibition.
SALTEX is one of Europe’s leading events for grounds maintenance, horticulture and sports turf management, featuring the latest in cutting-edge technology and innovation for the industry. This is the second year our staff have attended SALTEX en masse, our teams recognising the importance of continuous learning in an ever-growing industry and making good use of the opportunity to engage and network.
The day began with a coffee, quickly followed by discussions between our Contracts Managers, Supplier Relationship Manager and Operations Team Leader Rob regarding investments into new machinery, as we dove into the event itself.
A few of our personal highlights from Saltex 2024!
- Speaking to suppliers about battery technology, in particular remote battery packs and the best way to keep our staff and kit efficient and environmentally friendly without compromising on quality.
- Looking into battery powered hand tools and discussions around trialling new kit at our depots.
- The opportunity to see live demonstrations of handheld tools in action – plus a quick game of leaf-blower football!
- An insight into autonomous, GPS-led robomarkers looking to modernise sports turf maintenance.
- An informative talk regarding recruitment of young people in the industry, hosted by the Grounds Maintenance Association’s NextGen, and led by professionals from Lord’s Cricket Ground, Leicester City FC and Ashton Gate Stadium.
- Spending quality time with our colleagues from across different teams and departments.
A huge thank you to Contracts Managers Michala and Nick, Supplier Relationship Manager Mark and Team Leader Rob for representing Landscape Services at this year’s event, and to the brilliant suppliers we’ve been talking to over the two days.
As we look ahead, Landscape Services return with fresh ideas, new connections and further commitment to excellence for our customers.
