A full house of 72 golfers, teeing off simultaneously, shotgun-style at each hole, took part in this year’s TMS Golf Classic at the Trump International Golf Club in Dubai on March 16th. The event proved to be a great success with leading figures in UAE shipping and maritime enjoying the chance to network, and have fun, at one of the country’s best golf courses.
The day started off with a practice session at the driving range, with golfers getting the challenge of hitting an AD Ports Group’s branded ‘gong’, before enjoying a late breakfast and refreshments. Then in the afternoon guests played the course with each hole having a special ’activity’ thanks to the generous sponsors.
Competition was tough, and the eventual winners of the Texas Scramble format competition were Anders Kron, Ramesh Nagaraju and Rajvin Dave Singh. First runners up were a team comprising Dheeraj Sharma, Pranav Vora, Dheeraj Bhatia and Capt. Sumit Chauhan; while the second runners up were Julian Skyrme, Richard Strub, Gustavo Ferreira Da Costa and Tim Haas.
In addition, there were specific prizes for Straightest Drive: June Manoharan; Nearest to the Pin: Anders Kron; Nearest to the Pin in 2: Peter K Mathew; Longest Putt: Jakob Larsen; Longest Drive: Dheeraj Bhatia; and Nearest to the Pin in 3: June Manoharan.
After completing the course, golfers enjoyed cocktails, sponsored by International Registries, Inc., followed by a dinner and BBQ sponsored by Saifee Ship Spare Parts & Chandlers, where they were joined by an additional 50 evening only guests. Proceedings were kept moving at pace by a fantastic, humorous MC, Big Rossy from Virgin Radio, and guests were superbly entertained by local saxophonist, Maher, who played some classic tunes throughout the evening.
TMS managing director, Trevor Pereira, said, “It was fantastic to be able to enjoy a day of golf in the company of some of our closest friends and colleagues in the world of shipping and maritime. This was a great chance to network, play golf and most of all have fun in wonderful weather on a fantastic course. “
Trevor paid tribute to the support of sponsors without whom it would not have been possible. The sponsors on the day were Saifee Ship Spare Parts & Chandlers; International Registries, Inc.; AD Ports Group; Islamic P&I Club; ADNOC Logistics & Services; Lenol; GAC; Monjasa; Drydocks World; Tomini Group; JOME Engineering; JM Baxi; Antares Ship Brokers; Lloyd’s Register; Shi.E.L.D. Services; American Bureau of Shipping; and Adamallys Marine. In addition support partners were KCAL, Barakat and Prime Health.