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Thompson Brings Lido Experience with “Welcoming Private Club” Model

REMBERT, SC, March 26, 2026 – Broomsedge Golf Club announced today that it has partnered with Baker Thompson, who will assume the role of Managing Partner and CEO of the club.  Baker comes to Broomsedge after several years working alongside Michael Keiser, Jr., a longtime friend and supporter of the club. Baker played a key role in the in financing the early lodging at Sand Valley and later joined Michael’s team full-time, leading vertical development projects and overseeing real estate sales.

Among the unique perspectives and skills Baker brings to Broomsedge is his experience as the first Captain of the Lido.  The Lido introduced the British Isles model of private club operations to the U.S.  Broomsedge has embraced that approach, providing a membership experience based on personal relationships, camaraderie and competition, while also welcoming outside play.  The Lido, ranked 48^th in the world by GOLF Magazine, prides itself on providing a world-class golf course to members and guests alike.

“It was our intention from the start at the Lido to bring a new accessibility to top-tier American golf,” says Michael Keiser, Jr.  “Americans have always benefitted overseas from the welcoming nature of clubs in the British Isles.  There’s no reason that won’t work here.  We were thrilled when Broomsedge opened with enthusiastic acceptance non-member play.  That’s a large part of what makes Baker the perfect person to take their club and facilities to the next level.”

Thompson brings an ambitious agenda to Broomsedge, beginning with the construction of 4 Bedroom cottages for members and guests and an exceptional food and beverage venue overlooking the golf course.  This work will begin immediately.  After completing phase 1 the Broomsedge team will turn to building a second golf course and additional club and guest amenities.

Michael Keiser, Jr. will act as a senior advisor to the project and will provide the resources of his team to Broomsedge, assisting with the master plan, development of the cottages, the food and beverage experience, and the operational vision for the club.

“Broomsedge has already built a high-quality membership, and guests who have visited have only elevated the value to members and enhanced the reputation of the club,” Thompson says.  “I am bullish on what we have put together. I believe in member traditions and events, and in the larger community of golf and golfers.  As a member and captain of the Lido, I’ve loved this way of operating.  It was exciting when Broomsedge adopted a similar model, and I look forward to building a larger platform for members and guests alike.”

Mumbai, Mar 26: India’s aviation sector is entering a decisive expansion phase, with passenger traffic projected to reach 300 million domestic travellers by 2030 and commercial aircraft fleets expected to nearly double to around 1,100 aircraft by 2027. Against this backdrop, Airport360 Expo 2026 will take place on April 23–24, 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, bringing together airport operators, airlines, aviation authorities, technology providers and infrastructure developers to examine the next phase of airport development and passenger mobility in India.

Organised by Media Fusion, Airport360 builds on the success of the Inter Passenger Terminal Show (IPTS)and returns with an expanded scope covering airport infrastructure, operations and technology innovation. The exhibition is expected to host over 2,200 attendees, 50+ exhibitors and more than 100 aviation professionals and decision makers, along with participation from over 10 countries including Germany, Nepal, Bangkok, Singapore, Oman, positioning the event as a key industry platform for collaboration across the global aviation value chain.

Placing the exhibition in the context of India’s aviation growth trajectory, Taher Patrawala, Managing Director, Media Fusion, said, “India’s aviation sector is witnessing one of the most dynamic growth phases globally. Over the next two decades, the industry will require close to 37,000 pilots and 38,000 maintenance technicians, highlighting the need for coordinated innovation across infrastructure, technology and human capital. Airport360 Expo has been conceived as a strategic platform where airport authorities, airport leaders, aviation technology providers, infrastructure developers and industry leaders can collaborate to build smarter, more efficient and future-ready airport ecosystems for India’s rapidly expanding aviation market.”

India currently ranks as the third-largest domestic aviation market globally and continues to register sustained growth driven by rising disposable incomes, rapid urbanisation, expanding regional connectivity and the growth of low-cost carriers. Government initiatives such as the UDAN regional connectivity scheme, along with major investments in airport infrastructure through public private partnerships, are strengthening the long-term foundation of the sector.

Reflecting these developments, Airport360 Expo 2026 will showcase innovations across the airport infrastructure and operations landscape including terminal technology, airport infrastructure solutions, MRO capabilities, ground handling automation, passenger processing systems and sustainability-focused airport design. The exhibition floor will feature a diverse line-up of aviation technology providers and infrastructure solution companies including Dormakaba India, Amadeus, AurionPro, CPG Consultants, Suprema, Dallmeier GmbH, among others.

Industry experts and technology providers participating in the exhibition note that the next phase of aviation expansion will depend on integrated infrastructure, operational efficiency and digital innovation.

Highlighting the strong growth trajectory of India’s aviation sector, Mr Shantanu Gangakhedkar, Principal Consultant & Commercial Aviation Lead, Frost & Sullivan, said, “As India expands its airport infrastructure and passenger traffic continues to rise, three priorities will shape the next phase of growth. These include building strong domestic MRO capability supported by global partnerships and training ecosystems, positioning India as a key international transit hub connecting East and West, and accelerating sustainability through SAF adoption and the electrification of ground support equipment. At the same time, workforce shortages, supply chain delays and rising operating costs remain structural challenges that require coordinated action. Clear aviation master planning, faster customs processes and wider adoption of digital and AI-driven solutions will be essential to scale efficiently. Platforms like Airport 360 Expo play an important role in bringing together industry stakeholders to accelerate collaboration across MRO, connectivity, sustainability and airport modernisation.”

Mr Jigar Mehta, Founder, Sankalit Consultants, said, “India has expanded its airport network from 74 to 159 in a decade and aims to reach 350 by 2047 while serving one billion passengers annually. With every dollar invested in aviation generating a 3.1 times GDP impact, the next phase of growth will depend on integrated digital infrastructure and secure operational ecosystems. Platforms such as Samagra Twin bring together more than 40 airport systems into a single operational view, enabling safer operations, reducing energy consumption by 10–25% and improving lifecycle efficiency. With air cargo projected to reach 10 million tonnes by 2030 and MRO infrastructure rapidly scaling, operational intelligence, cybersecurity and ecosystem connectivity will define the next generation of airport infrastructure. Airport 360 Expo provides a valuable platform for Sankalit Consultants to engage with industry stakeholders and contribute to shaping secure, digitally integrated and future ready airport ecosystems.”

Mr Susanta Nath Sharma, Principal Director & Business Head, AurionPro, said, “Airports today must evolve into intelligent, passenger-centric ecosystems where real-time insights drive operational excellence. As passenger volumes continue to grow and India prepares for nearly 50 new greenfield airports, the focus must shift towards smarter, digitally integrated terminals that can deliver seamless and queue-less passenger journeys. Technologies such as AI-driven feedback systems, IIoT, Digital Twins, and predictive analytics will play a critical role in enabling data-led airport operations. Evidence shows that effective queue management alone can improve airline turnaround times by 10–15 percent, highlighting the value of intelligent automation. At the same time, strengthening cybersecurity, operational governance, and sustainable infrastructure will be essential to building resilient aviation ecosystems. Platforms like Airport 360 Expo provide an important opportunity for the industry to collaborate and accelerate the development of future-ready airports.”

The exhibition will run alongside the Airport360 Conference, a flagship knowledge platform bringing together aviation leaders, policymakers and industry experts to examine the future of airport infrastructure and operations in India. The conference will be centred on the theme “Building Airports That Perform: Design, Operations & Readiness for India’s Next Aviation Surge” and will feature 12 sessions across two days covering airport design, operational efficiency, digital transformation, sustainability and passenger experience innovation.

Key industry leaders expected to contribute to the discussions include Mr Bharat Malkani, Chairman, Max Aerospace & Aviation Limited and President, MRO Association of India; Mr Chandrashekar Sreenivas, Vice President – Daily Operations & Customer Experience, Bangalore International Airport Ltd; Mr Shantanu Gangakhedkar, Senior Aviation Consultant & Commercial Aviation Lead, Frost & Sullivan; Mr Faiz Khan, Chief Commercial Officer, Muscat Duty Free; Mr Raman Sikka, Associate Principal, Sikka Associates; and Mr Prabhat Mahapatra, COO, Navi Mumbai International Airport, Capt. B V J K Sharma, CEO, Navi Mumbai International Airport; Simon Lotter, Head of Market for Asia & Pacific, Munich Airport International; Rajesh Jethwani, Executive Director, Aviation for Western India Projects, Project Director for Development of NMIA, AECOM; among others. These discussions will explore themes including airport operational readiness, commercial aviation growth, passenger experience transformation and infrastructure planning for the next phase of aviation expansion.

Further strengthening its industry impact, the event will also host the Airport360 Awards, recognising airports, service providers and industry leaders driving transformation across passenger experience, sustainability, safety, operational excellence and technology adoption. The awards aim to highlight breakthrough initiatives that are shaping the future of airport development in India.

With India poised to emerge as one of the world’s largest aviation markets over the coming decade, Airport360 Expo 2026 aims to provide a strategic platform for innovation, collaboration and knowledge exchange, enabling stakeholders to collectively shape the next generation of intelligent, resilient and passenger-centric airports.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Mar 26: RX has confirmed that the 2026 edition of Airport Show co-located with Global Airport Leaders’ Forum and Women In Aviation Middle East Conference, originally scheduled to take place from 12–14 May at Dubai World Trade Centre, will now take place from 12-14 October 2026, with the venue remaining unchanged.

The decision to reschedule the event has been made to prioritise the safety and well-being of customers, partners and colleagues, and to give the MEASA airport community greater confidence and flexibility to attend.

Now in its 25th edition, Airport Show is set to take centre stage as the MEASA region’s most influential B2B platform for airport innovation, sustainability, and connectivity. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, the milestone edition celebrates a quarter-century of driving airport development and shaping the future of the industry across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia.

For over two decades, Airport Show has brought together the airport ecosystem to foster collaboration on multi-billion-dollar projects and next-generation aviation solutions. This year’s theme, “The Future of Airport Innovation Starts Here,” encapsulates the show’s renewed mission to drive smarter, safer, and greener operations across global airports.

May Ismail, Exhibition Manager, Airport Show, said: “Airport Show has long served as a vital platform for bringing the airport community across the MEASA region together in Dubai, enabling suppliers and airport leaders to connect, collaborate and shape the future growth of the sector.

“The safety and well-being of our customers, partners and colleagues remains our highest priority, and the decision to run Airport Show 2026 later in the year reflects our commitment to ensuring that everyone can participate with confidence and for everyone to enjoy flexibility in planning their participation at this important industry gathering. We look forward to welcoming the airport community back to Dubai in October.”

The RX team remains committed to supporting all participants and will work closely with exhibitors, partners and stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition to rescheduled dates.

Bengaluru, India, Mar 26: VIRGIO, the sustainable fashion-tech brand, is set to reintroduce its most defining initiative, the ‘Eco-nic Fair ’26’ Anti-Sale, a bold reset on how fashion pricing is perceived. Positioned as India’s only cost-to-make fashion fair, Eco-nic challenges conventional retail by putting transparency at the center of the shopping experience.

From March 27th to March 31st, the five-day event will see VIRGIO remove all mark-ups and margins, offering its entire range at true cost price across both its offline retail stores and online platforms, including virgio.com, the VIRGIO app, and leading marketplaces. Customers can expect price drops of up to 70%, not driven by seasonal clearance but by the elimination of traditional retail markups.

Over the past two years, VIRGIO has been bringing transparency and the true cost of fashion to the forefront, even offering detailed cost breakdowns on each product page. Eco-nic Fair is a natural extension of this philosophy. Positioned as a direct gesture of gratitude to its community, the initiative reinforces the brand’s belief that conscious commerce should be both accessible and honest.

In an industry where inflated pricing and aggressive discount cycles have become the norm, VIRGIO’s approach signals a deliberate shift. The Eco-nic Fair builds on the brand’s ongoing commitment to cost transparency by extending that philosophy into action. During the event, VIRGIO absorbs operational and platform costs, allowing customers to engage with fashion at its actual production value.

Amar Nagaram, Co-Founder of VIRGIO, states, “Discounting has trained customers to question value. We’re doing the opposite, removing the margin to make value visible. When you strip away markups, you’re not just changing the price, you’re changing the conversation around fashion, what it costs, what it’s worth, and what we’ve all been conditioned to accept. Eco-nic Fair is not about selling more; it’s about building awareness, trust, and a more informed relationship between the consumer and the product.”

Over the past few years, VIRGIO has steadily built a model where sustainability and scale coexist. This includes the growth of Beyond The Curve, its inclusive fashion line co-created with actor Anjali Anand, its expansion into the UAE market, and a rapidly growing network of 7+ physical retail stores across key cities in India, alongside a strong digital presence.

The brand has also extended its design philosophy beyond apparel through Amodira, its fragrance vertical rooted in Indian cultural narratives and sensory storytelling. Its association as the Sustainable Fashion Partner for IIFA 2025 further amplified its commitment to embedding sustainability within mainstream, global-facing platforms.

As VIRGIO continues to evolve, its focus remains consistent: building a fashion ecosystem that prioritizes integrity, inclusivity, and transparency. The Eco-nic Fair ’26 is not just a retail moment, but a statement on the future of pricing, consumption, and trust in fashion.

Visakhapatnam: Mar 26:  Adani Gangavaram Port, the deepest and one of the most modern ports in India has been honored with the prestigious GOLD Award for Best Safety Performer for the Year 2025 under the Ports & Logistics Category at the CII Andhra Pradesh Industrial Safety Excellence Awards 2025.

This recognition underscores AGPL’s unwavering commitment to workplace safety, operational excellence, and sustainable practices. The Port has consistently implemented advanced safety protocols, technology-driven systems, and employee-focused initiatives to ensure a secure and efficient working environment.

Over the past few years, AGPL has earned several national recognitions for safety and sustainability, reaffirming its leadership in promoting safe, responsible, and well-governed operations within the maritime and logistics sector.

Key safety initiatives at AGPL include:

·Comprehensive Safety Management Systems aligned with established national and international standards.

·Regular Safety Audits, Inspections, and Training Programs to nurture a strong and collaborative safety culture among employees and stakeholders.

·Deployment of Advanced Fire Safety and Emergency Response Mechanisms to strengthen preparedness and enable rapid incident management.

·Integration of Technology‑Enabled Safety Solutions for real-time monitoring and effective mitigation of operational risks.

·Implementation of a Vehicle Management System with focus on Driver Wellness, promoting road safety and reducing fatigue-related risks across port operations.

Speaking on the occasion, Adani Gangavaram Port Limited management said, We are happy to receive the prestigious ‘Industrial Safety Excellence Awards 2025’ from the CII Andhra Pradesh—a true milestone for the Adani Group. The award is a testament to the port’s dedication to ensuring the safety and well-being of its workforce and partners while continuously improving operational performance and committed to enhancing its safety roadmap and driving responsible, future-ready port operations through innovation, people-centric processes, and disciplined execution.

National – Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck, today announced the inauguration of two new authorised BharatBenz dealerships, Autobahn Trucking, in Talegaon (Pune) and Malegaon (Nashik district), Maharashtra. The new facilities mark an important step in BharatBenz’s continued expansion across Western India and reinforce its commitment to supporting customers in high-activity industrial and logistics corridors. 

Strategically located on NH48 (Mumbai-Bangalore old highway), the Talegaon dealership is approximately 30 km from Pune Airport and 28 km from Pune Railway Station. The Malegaon facility is positioned to serve the industrial belt of Nashik district, enabling efficient service coverage across the region. These locations enable seamless service coverage across Pune and Nashik districts, particularly supporting industrial hubs, construction sites, and logistics operations that see strong demand from captive fleet operators and transport companies. 

The Talegaon facility is one of the biggest across all OEMs in Maharashtra. This state-of-the-art facility spans approximately 40,000 sq. ft. of built-up area on 3 acres of total land and features 16 service bays with 3S (Sales, Service, Spares) capabilities. With a skilled workforce, the dealership has the capacity to service approximately 7,200 vehicles per annum, offering comprehensive sales, service, and spares support to customers in the region. 

The Malegaon facility complements this infrastructure, providing additional coverage to the northern Maharashtra market with 2 service bays and parts center supporting tanker, bulker, agriculture segments between Nashik-Dhule and Agra-Indore-Mumbai routes. Both the dealership ensure less than 3-hour customer reach on major highways, enhancing Autobahn’s touchpoints in Maharashtra to 19. 

Commenting on the inauguration, Rajiv Chaturvedi, President & Chief Business Officer, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles, said, “Maharashtra’s booming industrial and logistics corridors demand constant availability of Vehicles fleet, round the clock . And this requires robust after sales support across the geography. These strategic Autobahn additions of Workshops  in Talegaon and Malegaon exemplify our push to 450+ pan-India touchpoints, also delivering unmatched uptime to customers fleet. With these state of the art facilities, we are reinforcing our commitment to delivering reliable products with best in Industry Uptime , faster service turnaround, and a superior ownership & service experience for our Bharat Benz customers.” 

Mohamed Farzad, Managing Director, Autobahn Trucking, said, “With advanced infrastructure, a skilled team, and comprehensive service capabilities, we aim to support our customers with dependable service and help them achieve higher vehicle uptime and operational efficiency. These facilities are strategically positioned to serve the major customer base of tippers and construction vehicles in the region. Lying on the Mumbai-Bangalore main highway NH-48, the Talegaon facility will particularly support BharatBenz vehicles moving between Mumbai and Bangalore. The new Talegaon facility also caters to service requirements exclusively for bus customers.”

All BharatBenz touchpoints in Maharashtra operated by Autobahn Trucking are strategically positioned along major national highways, enabling efficient logistics support and faster response times. Autobahn Trucking has established a strong presence in the region, serving over 10,000 BharatBenz vehicles. The dealership network focuses on tippers and construction vehicles, which form a major customer base in these markets.

Keturah analysis shows developer transaction volume climbed 42% YoY with a week of the month remaining

Dubai, UAE, 26^th March 2026:  Dubai’s luxury property market continues to show strong momentum, with developer sales of AED10.92 billion in March and a 42% year-on-year increase in transaction volume to 900 deals, with one week of the month remaining.

A market analysis from the Keturah luxury brand today shows that over the first 24 days of March, the AED20-50 million sector recorded 79 sales transactions worth AED2.36B, including six off-plan villas bought for between AED43-50 million.

Data from DXBinteract reveals that 16 sales transactions in the AED50-100 million bracket amounted to AED1.04 billion, and included nine off-plan apartments which were sold for between AED51-92 million. 

“In the circumstances, these figures represent a powerful signal of confidence in Dubai’s premium real estate offering,” said Talal M. Al Gaddah, CEO and Founder of the Keturah luxury brand.

“We’re seeing sustained demand at the top end of the market, even during a period marked by regional geopolitical tension. In addition, real estate activity historically slows during Ramadan, and it’s significant that prime property in Dubai has continued to attract serious capital.” 

Talal says Keturah Reserve, the AED5.7 billion bio-living community under development at Mohammed Bin Rashid City’s District 7, is an example of the new generation of luxury Dubai developments built to withstand disruption, and maintain long-term investor confidence. 

“The current situation in the region is exactly the kind of short-term volatility we and other developers in Dubai are prepared for,” he says. “More and more projects are designed to hold their value in uncertain times. 

“One strategy is to keep supply low and focus on real health and wellbeing benefits. This is the kind of approach which gives developments natural strength during uncertain periods, and positions them well when conditions improve.” 

This month’s developer sales were topped by a AED422 million luxury apartment on the Jumeirah Peninsula, while transactions above AED100 million also included four plots at Umm Suqeim First which fetched between AED125-152 million.

In the AED10-20 million range, 150 sales worth AED1.99 billion included two off-plan villas each for over AED19 million, and three off-plan apartments between AED18-19 million.

The highest volume of activity came in the AED5-10 million sector, which saw 650 sales transactions valued at AED4.54 billion, including seven off-plan apartments each selling for over AED9 million. 

Added Talal: “When you study the data, as we have been doing since the start of the conflict, you see a continued flow of capital into high-value off-plan properties. This reflects a buyer profile that is typically long-term in outlook and less influenced by short-term factors. 

“These people are highly selective and strategic, and their continued activity at this time reinforces Dubai’s position as a global destination for premium real estate investment.”