Growth Lighting Company Rhenac Launches New Product, The RML 400

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Rhenac, a growth lighting specialist company have released their latest product in their unique Complete Light Spectrum line, the RML 400, which delivers turf care across a 400 spm area using UV-C lighting equipment.

The RML 400, like all in the CLS range, is designed for businesses who want to maintain their sporting pitch with efficient and sustainable means — with industry-leading LED technology attached to a lightweight-rig design, the RML 400 provides state of the art turf growth under simulated conditions.

The LED system on the product stimulates natural sunlight using Rhenac-patented technology, which is backed by years of research and development in plat research at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and used by several elite stadiums.

CEO of Rhenac, Horst Theisen explained the RML 400 lighting is not just about one monochromatic light: it’s much more.

“It’s about creating balanced light recipes that replicate natural sunlight and adjusting temperature to support every stage of turf growth,” he said via press release.

“Red light stimulates germination and shoot growth, while blue light promotes root development, shear strength, leaf structure and density. White light enhances overall turf health and vitality, while far red drives length growth.

“The ability to create bespoke recipes with this mixture of light, combined with infrared heating, ensures the optimal conditions for turf recovery, resilience and consistent playability.”

Rhenac prides itself on solving problems for their clients by using their already existing technology and adapting and personalising it in various ways.

Rhenac’s range of pitch care products and projects can be design specifically for stadiums and other customers, resulting in CLS equipment varying from compact frames for smaller pitches, to inbuilt structures and lighting for major venues.

Rhenac GreenTec

Rhenac sources their research and development through their engineering hub Rhenac GreenTec, founded to study and stay up to date in plant growth within climate chambers without natural light, to then use the data to update their products range.

Modern stadiums and training centres use Rhenac products to keep their pitch’s health and growth consistent all year round due to constraints like parts being under shade from stands, the demanding of training and play, as well as weather.

The results seen by those using the CLS range estimate a 100-percent boost to root growth with double the biomass, 40-percent fewer input requirements to the pitch, and 30-percent more playable hours, all done chemically-free.

The RML 400 is also equipped with analysers and real-time sensors that look deeper into the maintenance of the turf to help venue managers and grounds people to understand more about the reaction of the pitch to the light and its circumstances.

Alongside its advanced lighting technology, the RML 400 benefits from Rhenac’s collaboration with Turf Lighting Solutions who pioneer in single-row aluminium mobile lighting which ensures an easy-to-handle rig that’s practical for ground people to transport, deploy and store.

The RML 400 also includes intuitive controls, light sensor automation, smart remote operation from pitch side, using data-driven resources to ensure long-term reliability.

Turf Lighting Solutions

Turf Lighting Solutions is a subsidiary and partner of Rhenac who specialises in the development and design of the lighting and lightweight rigs (which TLS brought over with the partnership), delivering more than 600 rigs to 120+ stadiums, clubs, and sports venues worldwide.

TLS also designed and created some of Rhenac’s products like turf fans used to control temperature and improve airflow and spray cannons and air blowers for targeted treatment.

The company also consults and advises venue managers towards tailored services for each pitch’s unique conditions, and full lifecycle support from the initial enquiry to ongoing maintenance and optimisation.

Together, Rhenac have operated for over a decade with several decades of knowledge and industry experience from their team.

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How Husqvarna Is Helping Stadiums Cut Costs Without Cutting Quality

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At a time when operational costs are rising across global sport, stadiums and football clubs are being forced to rethink one of their most overlooked expenses: turf maintenance.

From diesel consumption to labour hours, maintaining elite playing surfaces has traditionally been both resource-intensive and environmentally taxing. But new data emerging from venues like CBUS Super Stadium suggests a smarter, more sustainable model is already taking hold.

Leading that shift is Husqvarna, whose autonomous turf technology is quietly reshaping how professional venues manage their playing surfaces. Their product delivers measurable cost savings without compromising quality.

Cutting fuel consumption costs

At CBUS Super Stadium, the introduction of Husqvarna’s CEORA™ robotic mowing system has reduced diesel usage by approximately 20–30 litres per week. Over the course of a season, those savings compound into a significant reduction in both fuel spend and carbon emissions. This is particularly efficient for stadiums hosting regular fixtures and large-scale events.

CBUS Super Stadium General Manager Kristian Blundell said the robotic mower was a game-changer for the venue:

“This technology is not replacing staff but rather giving our grounds team the ability to do what they do best by helping to improve turf management processes, better manage fatigue and decrease our environmental footprint”

But the impact goes beyond fuel.

 

Time efficiency

By automating routine mowing, Husqvarna’s technology enables grounds teams to focus on higher-value maintenance tasks, from pitch recovery to detailed surface management. The result is not only greater operational efficiency but also improved turf consistency, which is an increasingly critical factor in elite football performance.

The benefits are being mirrored beyond stadium environments. At Oatlands Golf Club, Husqvarna’s autonomous mowing has delivered savings of up to 60 litres of fuel per week while freeing up staff for precision work. Quiet, round-the-clock operation also ensures surfaces are maintained without disrupting play—an advantage that translates directly to multi-use stadium settings.

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Importantly, Husqvarna’s lightweight robotic systems reduce the wear and tear typically caused by traditional heavy machinery. This not only protects the integrity of the playing surface but also reduces the need for costly repairs over time.

Football clubs navigating tight budgets at grassroots and semi-professional levels could benefit from such cost savings.

With rising energy prices, increasing sustainability expectations, and limited staffing resources, the ability to cut costs while improving performance is no longer optional. Solutions like Husqvarna’s CEORA™ are positioning clubs to operate more efficiently today, while preparing for a more environmentally accountable future.

As the sports industry continues to evolve, one thing is becoming clear: the next competitive edge may not just come from what happens on the pitch—but how it’s maintained.

FA Board of Directors Welcomes Two New Appointments

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Rachel Wiseman and Angela Mentis will join the FA as Directors, reflecting a continued drive within the governing body to prompt a new era for football in Australia.

 

Leading with expertise

Both Wiseman and Mentis join the FA at a time of immense change and ambition.

In February, the appointment of Martin Kugeler as CEO was symbolic of new beginnings for the industry. And now that Wiseman and Mentis are on board, the FA looks set for a defining year.

“We are pleased to welcome Rachel (Wiseman) and Angela (Mentis) to the Football Australia Board,” expressed Football Australia Chair, Anter Isaac.

“These appointments reflect a deliberate effort to strengthen the Board’s capability across commercial strategy, digital transformation, financial services and major rights environments.”

If Australian football is to progress across digital, commercial and beyond, industry experts must sit at the centre of governance.

 

Aligning experience and vision

Most recently Chief Executive Officer Member Capital at NRMA, Wiseman brings experience and knowledge in executive roles, and legal practice.

Further to overseeing the growth and diversification of NRMA since 2016, as well as leading Tabcorp Holdings Limited as General Manager, Commercial Development – International, Wiseman has past experience in the sports landscape.

As Director of Business Affairs for Fox Sports Australia between 2007 and 2024, Wiseman negotiated agreements to broadcast key sports rights. With Football Australia looking to grow its financial power and commercial strategy in the coming years, Wiseman’s knowledge aligns perfectly with the governing body’s vision.

Mentis is an industry leader in financial services, with an extensive range of skills across customer and culture transformations.

Furthermore, following more than 30 years of work spanning Australia, New Zealand, Asia, United Kingdom and USA, Mentis will help the FA with essential, high-quality leadership.

While at the National Australia Bank, Mentis led a division over 900 people across Australia, Vietnam and India. And as the first female Chief Executive Officer at the Bank of New Zealand from 2018-2021, there is no question that Mentis’ credentials and expertise will bring about significant change and organisation at the FA.

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