SATGOLF Early Warning System Presents Findings At Arabella

The SATGOLF project — Early Warning System for Golf Courses — has presented the results of its implementation at Arabella Golf Resort Mallorca, demonstrating how digitalisation and very short-term weather forecasting can transform the daily operations of a golf course. SATGOLF monitors in real time critical variables such as heavy rainfall, strong winds, lightning, soil humidity and compaction. Thanks to this predictive capacity, it enables precise irrigation management, reduced water consumption and more effective decision-making under adverse conditions.

The system also integrates intelligent cameras capable of detecting unauthorised access or risky behaviour, connecting climatic, environmental and human factors within a single management ecosystem.

One of the key highlights of the findings was the explanation of how the system has supported the transition from a traditional model based on fixed scheduling and accumulated experience to a data-driven, hyperlocal anticipatory management approach. The operation of the lightning detection and convective cell tracking system was also detailed, enabling reinforced safety measures through early warnings and increased response time in the face of adverse weather conditions.

SATGOLF is part of Arabella Golf Mallorca’s Green Evolution programme, which promotes energy efficiency, environmental protection and the responsible use of resources. The resort also holds prestigious international certifications such as ISO 14001, EMAS and GEO Certified, consolidating its leadership in environmental management within the European golf industry.

This project has been funded by the European Union — NextGenerationEU under the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, with a subsidised investment of €150,000 and with SON VIDA GOLF SLU as the beneficiary entity.

Photo: Arabella Golf Resort Mallorca.