Braemar Golf (Maroc) is the new Management Partner for the golf of Taghazout.
Sociéte d’Aménagement et de Promotion de la Station de Taghazout (SAPST), who are responsible for the stunning Taghazout Bay Resort in Morocco, have signed a golf management agreement with Braemar Golf (Maroc).
Taghazout Bay , perhaps the most anticipated of Morocco’s developing golf assets, is situated on the outskirts of Agadir, sitting on the spectacular bluffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoying a special climate and exceptional natural wealth, Taghazout Bay is based on a « new generation » resort concept, offering a wide range of activities throughout the year.
The golf course is currently under construction, and is being designed by Kyle Phillips, one of the hottest golf course architects working today. He is known for a growing portfolio of renownded masterpieces such as Kingsbarns and Dundonald in Scotland, Verdura in Sicily and the highly rated Yas Links in Abu Dhabi. The clubhouse fits perfectly into the landscape and enjoys an unobstructed view of the 18th green and over the Atlantic coast in the background. »
Artists impression of views across the site to the Atlantic Ocean
Andrew Glen, Managing Director of Braemar Golf (Maroc) stated: « We are very proud to have won this competition for the selection of the golf management partner. We are excited by the opportunity to participate in a project of this quality, both for its amazing golf course and setting as well as the wider planned resort. The golf course is located on a site of exceptional beauty and all the holes have the blue expanse of the Atlantic Ocean as their backdrop. Holes such as 7, 17 and 18 will remain engraved in the memory of all golfers when they discover this majestic course and resort.”
Andrew Glen (right) with M. Ahmed Oulahna, General Manager of SAPST at the signing Laila Bensouda, Partnerships & Development Manager for SAPST commented « This is an important appointment for what is Morocco’s most anticipated tourism development project for many years and we are delighted to be working with Braemar Golf Maroc. Over the past few years, they have committed to developing a permanent base and expertise in Morocco. We are confident this commitment to Morocco and the Moroccan golf industry, coupled with their international approach, will prove a mutually beneficial and long term relationship.”
Braemar Golf (Maroc) commence work in June 2013, to assist the developer in growing in the golf course and assisting with the infrastructure. After a pre-opening period to set up the operations and promote Tagazout Bay, it is expected to open to the public in the 3rd Quarter of 2014.
About Taghazout Bay
Located 40 minutes from Agadir International Airport, Taghazout Bay is part of the Vision 2020 national strategy. Highly committed to sustainable development, the resort design takes into account the preservation of natural resources and respects the socio-cultural authenticity of host communities. As a seaside resort on a rich hinterland, within an exceptional natural environment, Taghazout Bay offers tourists tremendous experiences focused on the sea, culture, sports, nature and eco-tourism. With investment exceeding one billion US Dollars, Taghazout Bay Resort will offer 7,450 tourist beds, allocated in nine modern hotels and various tourist residences, as well as world-class sporting and leisure facilities, within five years.
About Braemar Golf (Maroc)
Formed in July 2011, Braemar Golf (Maroc) is a joint venture between Compagnie Générale Immobilière (CGI, a subsidiary of CDG Développement) and Braemar Golf, St.Andrews, a company specializing in the management of golf projects. Braemar Golf (Maroc) manages a portfolio of five projects across Morocco, including Casa Green Golf Club, Saidia Med Golf and L’oasis de Noria in Marrakech. Braemar Golf (Maroc) has also been commissioned to lead the project to renovate Royal Golf of Fez. http://www.braemargolf.co.uk
For more information contact – Andrew Glen, General Manager, Braemar Golf (Maroc) andrewglen@braemargolf.ma
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