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Groundskeeping System Trialled in Highbury and Etihad Stadiums for Myerscough College

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Updated: Sep 6, 2024


Scotia Survey and Safety assisted Myerscough College in turfcare solutions
Myerscough College



Across the country there are sporting grounds that receive uneven natural light exposure and an oversaturation of water. Myerscough College, known for its expertise in sports turf management and related educational programs, was involved in the maintenance and health monitoring of sports grounds across England, including major stadiums like Highbury and Etihad Stadium.


For grounds with uneven natural light exposure, like Highbury and Etihad, Myerscough College employed advanced technology like light sensors and GPS mapping to monitor the health of the turf. This ensured that areas receiving less light are managed accordingly, possibly using artificial lighting systems or selecting shade-tolerant grass species.



Scotia Survey and Safety helps Myerscough College overcome technical obstacles at Etihad Stadium
Etihad Stadium


Myerscough College required a streamlined and simplified system for the painstaking process of monitoring the health of such grounds, and through Scotia, were able to implement a solution. Trials of this system were conducted on the football pitches in Etihad Stadium and Highbury Stadium using specially modified lawnmowers equipped with ground penetrating radar, GNSS sensors and optical sensors.


With a structured, simplified and streamlined approach, Scotia was able to help Myerscough College precisely and accurately prepare NDVI Maps of the football pitches in their care. Providing them with streamlined health maps of the grass and soil that their professional groundskeepers could work with intuitively.



Example of the grounds of a stadium football pitch
A well cared-for turf makes all the difference for 90 minutes!

If you are in need of creative solutions for your business, reach out to Scotia Survey and Safety. Members of our experienced team have a rich history in helping businesses overcome technical obstacles with the creative application of survey equipment. You can contact us by calling us, emailing us, or submitting a form on our contact page here.

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