On 7 August 2014 Ernie Els Design and IMG Golf Course Services announced they have been selected by MNC Land to work on the renovation of the existing 18-hole golf course at Lido Resort in Sukabumi, West Java, Indonesia.
Ernie Els Design will lead the golf course renovation design efforts while IMG will be responsible for golf course construction project management and pre-opening management services. The MNC Group acquired the existing Lido Resort in July 2013 and has plans to develop hotels, villas, a theme park and other supporting infrastructure as part of the master development plan over the coming years. Budi Rustanto, President Director of MNC Land commented, “We are very pleased to have Ernie Els join us for his first ever golf course design project in Indonesia. Ernie is not only a world-class player, but also a world-class designer given his many high profile design projects completed worldwide, including several very impressive renovation designs. IMG is the market leader in golf course management in Asia and we are also glad to have them on board to assist us with the many construction and pre-opening issues we will face during this renovation period.”
Ernie Els said, “Ever since my initial meeting with MNC in Indonesia last year, I have been impressed with their vision for the total renovation and upgrading of this golf course and the overall resort. I am excited that my first design in Indonesia is on such a great piece of land that not only will allow us to create a great golf experience, but also offers tremendous views over the surrounding mountains and valleys.”
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Mark Adams, Senior Vice President of IMG, added, “IMG is very honored to be working with MNC and Ernie Els Design on this exciting renovation project. We have been involved in golf course management in Indonesia for over 20 years and see a great opportunity to deliver what will be a new, unique and world-class product to the Indonesian and Asian golf and resort marketplace.”
The Ernie Els Design renovation will create five completely new golf holes while utilizing many of the existing golf corridors to improve the revised master plan of the resort. The world-class Ernie Els designed golf course is due to reopen in early 2016.
About Ernie Els Design
Ernie Els, a former No.1 ranked player and Hall of Fame inductee is one of the most successful golfers in the history of the game, having won more than 70 tournaments, including two US Opens and two Open Championships, along with a record seven World Matchplay titles. Ernie began his course design career after his second US Open victory. Ernie Els’ vision is creating a boutique design firm that works with some of the world’s best developments to produce authentic, sustainable golf courses that fit into today’s landscape. Our designs and renovations are environmentally responsible while meeting the challenges of growing the game of golf. Based in Jupiter, Florida and with a field office in Malaysia, we apply the latest technologies and expertise to service our development partners and clients throughout the world.
Whether it is our renovation of Wentworth’s West Course, host to the European Tour’s flagship BMW PGA Championship, or award winning layouts in destinations such as Malaysia, Dubai, South Africa, Hawaii, Mauritius and The Bahamas, we deliver a product that sets a new benchmark in each market. Our portfolio includes The Els Clubs, Big Easy Winebar & Grill, Els Performance Academy, Els Residences and an internationally recognized wine portfolio.
About IMG Golf Course Services
IMG Golf Course Services is part of IMG, the world’s largest sports, entertainment and media company. IMG Golf Course Services has designed and currently manages many high profile and award winning golf courses worldwide with its primary focus in the Asia Pacific region. IMG also currently owns or manages over 40 golf events worldwide on the PGA, European, LPGA and Asian Tours. More Information may be found at www.imggolfcourseservices.com
About MNC Land
PT MNC Land Tbk was established in 1990 and became a listed company in 2000. Over the years, the Company has proven its dedication in developing excellent properties and engaged in the construction, development and management of property, as well as in the provision of property services in Indonesia. At present, the Company is developing numerous property projects including office buildings, hotel and apartment, namely MNC Financial Center and MNC Media Tower/Park Hyatt Hotel in Kebon Sirih Complex, Jakarta; MNC Tower and One East Residences/Oakwood Serviced Apartment/One Avenue Retail Arcade in Surabaya.
Given its strong financial foundation, solid organizational structure, good corporate governance and sustained growth, the Company will in the future continue to pursue achieving its long-term vision of becoming a leading player in the property business, focused on the development of integrated resorts and lifestyle entertainment property. All this can already be seen in the Company’s preparation for the construction and development of the Lido Resort located in Lido, West Java, while at the same time planning the upcoming development of the integrated tourist resort at Mandalika in Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara.
For more information please contact
Ernie Els Design:
info@ernieels.com
IMG Golf Course Services:
Charmaine Tan
charmaine.tan@img.com
MNC Land:
Investor Relations
investor.relations@mncland.com
