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Zawya
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Zawya
South Africa: Subaru Southern Africa appoints Toshimitsu Tanaka as new MD
Subaru Southern Africa has appointed Toshimitsu Tanaka as its new managing director. He succeeds Andrew Marshall, who retires after five years in the role. Toshimitsu Tanaka | image supplied Tanaka brings more than 30 years' experience in the global automotive industry, including senior leadership positions across Africa, North America, and Asia. For the past two years, he has served as deputy managing director of Subaru Southern Africa. Before joining Subaru, Tanaka held key roles at Toyota Tsusho Group, including assistant general manager for Toyota Tsusho Africa and group manager at Toyota Tsusho Corporation. He notably led the establishment of Toyota Tsusho Africa's Durban facilities. Tanaka said: 'It is a great honour to lead Subaru Southern Africa. The brand stands for confidence, adventure and loyalty. My focus will be on growing our presence and enhancing the customer experience across the region.' His appointment signals a new chapter for Subaru Southern Africa as it seeks to meet evolving customer needs in the region. All rights reserved. © 2022. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
BBC News
25-06-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Two Dereham golfers chasing major dreams against world's best
They may be at different ends of their golfing journey, but two players at a Norfolk club retain high hopes of global Andrew Marshall, 51, heads to the 45th US Senior Open Championship this week, which takes place at The Broadmoor in Colorado teenage amateur Liam Caffyn is targeting the McGregor Trophy and the Scottish Boys' Open Championship for Europe's elite juniors."It is an exciting time. We are enjoying it and so is everyone at the club," said Marshall, who along with Caffyn plays at Dereham Golf Club. For Marshall, a veteran of the European Tour (now DP World Tour), this will be his first appearance at the US Senior became one of seven players to qualify by finishing as runner-up in a field of more than 60 players at a qualifier in North Carolina."I am not too apprehensive," Marshall told BBC Look East. "It will be a proper test on fast greens with deep rough. It is the biggest tournament I will have played in a long time.""Secretly, of course, I am hoping to win it," he added. "But, realistically, I would like to make the cut, absorb the atmosphere and continue to play well ahead of our Open [Championship at Sunningdale]." The Norfolk professional enjoyed 15 years on tour from 2001, making 238 starts. His best finish was tied second at the 2006 Johnnie Walker Championship at Gleneagles. He also famously won a car for a hole-in-one while playing in Germany."If you can play like it matters the least when it means the most, I think you will do well. That is the secret," he said. Caffyn, 15, has a huge month ahead, competing at the Scottish Boys' Under 16 Open Championship at Peebles Golf Club before The McGregor Trophy at said: "I qualified for the McGregor by winning a tournament [the Midland Under 16 Open] in Shropshire in April."It makes me proud and shows the hard work is paying off."The McGregor Trophy is an English boys' amateur stroke play championship played over 72 holes. It attracts a field of 144 competitors, with a maximum playing handicap of plays off a handicap of 1.5. The Dereham schoolboy said he hoped to make the halfway cut while competing against Europe's elite in Nottinghamshire."I have been practising every day, learning from the likes of Andrew [Marshall], who is my idol and I have been trying to improve my game." "One day, I hope to turn professional and play on the PGA Tour or the DP World Tour and, perhaps, play in the majors," the left-hander year, despite being a teenager, he has stepped up to the Norfolk men's said the county's winter coaching programme had really helped him develop his said Caffyn was "doing well and improving". "He is still at school so it is important to balance school work and golf, so he does not get burnt out by playing too much," he said. Stuart Goodman, club secretary at Dereham Golf Club, said everyone was "delighted and very proud" to see two of their players being represented on the world stage."We have been described as a little gem in Norfolk and these two are proving the point," he said."We have a very strong junior section, which encourages and develops players as young as four years old right through until they are 18. And having Liam and Andrew performing so well is truly inspiring for all of them." Follow Norfolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Marshall stands tall to make US Seniors golf showdown
Dereham golfer Andrew Marshall has played his way into this month's US Senior Open (Image: Rushmer PR) Norfolk golfer Andrew Marshall is bound for the U.S Senior Open after battling through a qualifier in North Carolina, writes Tony Rushmer. Marshall fired a three-under-par round of 69 to finish runner-up in a field of more than 60 players at River Landing Golf Club. Advertisement His strong performance meant he became one of seven to make it through to the $4million seniors showdown, which will be staged from June 26-29 at The Broadmoor Golf Club in Colorado. Marshall completed the opening nine holes of the qualifier in level par, trading an early bogey for a birdie at the par-5 eighth hole. The Dereham Golf Club member surged through the gears in the second half of his round and from the 13th hole peeled off three straight birdies, which proved decisive. Then he stood tall through the closing three holes to earn his spot in the second seniors major of the season. Marshall, 51, said: 'I hit some solid shots under a bit of pressure. I didn't drop anything – I nearly did on 16 but holed a 10-footer for my par. Then I hit a good shot with a 3-rescue – like a hybrid – into about 15 feet at the 17th, a long par-3. Advertisement 'The 18th is their signature hole and you have to hit it at least 260 yards to get past the corner. Then I had 131 to a tight left flag into a stiff breeze and thought 'You haven't got to be a hero this week, just knock it on and two-putt'. 'So I punched a 9-iron just right of the hole to about 15 feet away and dollied it down to tap in. I was more than happy.' He can now look forward to rubbing shoulders with elite over-50s stars such as Ernie Els, Lee Westwood and Padraig Harrington. Not that the experience will unsettle Marshall, who came up through the Norfolk County Golf Union ranks before enjoying a successful European Tour career. Advertisement He said: 'I think I've proved I'm more than capable of playing against some of those guys.' Marshall competes mainly on the Legends Tour and before returning to the US at the end of the month is set to tee up in Greece next week. He also has events on home soil to look forward to, such as the Senior Open at Sunningdale at the end of July. He said: 'I feel very positive. It's nice to be playing well with some big events around the corner.'
Edinburgh Reporter
22-05-2025
- Business
- Edinburgh Reporter
Edinburgh Marathon Runners to receive free pizza at Edinburgh Street Food
The popular Leith Street venue offers complimentary Neapolitan pizza to Edinburgh Marathon participants running this Sunday. Marathon runners crossing the finish line at this year's Edinburgh Marathon Festival will have another reason to celebrate – a free pizza waiting for them at one of the city's most popular food destinations. Edinburgh Street Food, the permanent street food market located beside the OMNi Centre on Leith Street, will be offering complimentary margherita pizzas to all half and full marathon participants this Sunday, May 25th, from 3 pm to 10 pm. The initiative, run in partnership with newly arrived vendor Razzo Pizza Napoletana, aims to reward the thousands of runners who will complete either the 13.1-mile half marathon or the full 26.2-mile course through Edinburgh and the surrounding areas. 'Community is at the heart of everything we do at ESF, and what better way to give back to the brilliant runners raising awareness and donations for worthy causes, than to invite them down for what's widely regarded as Edinburgh's best pizza – on us!' says Andrew Marshall, CEO and Co-Founder of Edinburgh Street Food. Razzo Pizza Napoletana, which joined the Edinburgh Street Food family in March, specialises in authentic Neapolitan-style pizza made with quality Italian ingredients and traditional aerated dough techniques. The timing couldn't be better for hungry runners seeking post-race fuel. To claim their free pizza, runners must wear their official 2025 EMF finishers' t-shirt to the venue. Upon arrival, they'll collect a token from the host, which can then be exchanged for either a classic or vegan margherita pizza at the Razzo counter. Additional toppings and upgrades will be available for purchase. The street food market, which can accommodate over 600 diners across indoor and outdoor seating areas, will be operating as usual from midday on Sunday. With 11 food vendors and three bars under one roof, it provides ample space for runners to celebrate with friends and family while enjoying the post-race atmosphere. The venue's central location on Leith Street (EH1 3AU) makes it easily accessible for runners finishing at Musselburgh, providing a convenient spot to unwind after the challenging course through Edinburgh's streets. This community-focused gesture reflects Edinburgh Street Food's commitment to supporting local events and participants, particularly those fundraising for charitable causes through their marathon efforts. The offer runs until 10 pm, giving runners plenty of time to make their way to the venue after completing their race. For those still hungry after their complimentary pizza, the full range of vendors and bars will be available throughout the evening, making Edinburgh Street Food a natural gathering point for the marathon community to celebrate their achievements. Like this: Like Related
The National
30-04-2025
- The National
Unhabited Hebridean island owners launch ambitious biodiversity plan
Ronay Island, located off the east coast of Uist, will see extensive surveying this summer, with the aim to gain an comprehensive understanding of the island's current state of biodiversity. Andrew Marshall, co-owner of Ronay Island and founder of Carlowrie Group. said that he aims to take a "multi-generational approach" to caring for the land. The island has the remnants of ancient settlements with a long history of diverse land-use, including seaweed harvesting and livestock grazing. The surveys will support targeted regeneration efforts and act as progression measure as the project goes ahead. READ MORE: Popular Loch Lomond attraction to reopen after shock closure last year Ronay has a 35.5km coastline, the equivalent distance of driving from Glasgow to Stirling, which faces limited seed sources, overgrazing of herbivores, and minimal natural regeneration. Marshall said it is not uncommon to witness red deer swim between neighbouring islands Grimsay and North Uist to Ronay Island. To aid in the restoration of natural habitats, the team will embark on a robust deer management plan and explore innovative approaches to land management. It is well documented that Scotland is one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world. According to the Biodiversity Intactness Index, Scotland is ranked 212th out of 240 countries globally, with research seeing in the past decade alone, almost half of all Scottish wildlife species have declined in abundance. "We know this is not a matter of ;winding back the clock'," Marshall (above) conceded, adding: "But is an opportunity to create a resilient, species-rich island that will benefit all, long past our own lifetimes.' Partners of the project include Northwoods Rewilding Network, RePlanet, and a purposely-formed steering committee of local stakeholders. The steering committee includes the owners of local accommodation and tourism business Langass Lodge, the operators of local wildlife tour company Lady Anne Wildlife Cruises, the founder of Love Gaelic language courses, a specialist in woodland conservation, and other interested parties. "There is a lot of potential to increase the existing biodiversity on Ronay Island, and we can already see nature attempting to make a comeback despite many years of extensive grazing, but it will need human intervention to help these natural processes thrive," Marshall said. READ MORE: Campaigners stage Donald Trump protest near Turnberry golf course Marshall expects to make a range of Ronay Island products, using wild-grown seaweed and quality venison, for people to experience a slice of the wild and rugged Ronay Island from their own homes. Already, Carlowrie Castle near Edinburgh has been serving Ronay venison to guests. The castle's head gardener has been exploring the benefits of the nutrient-rich Ronay seaweed as fertiliser on the estate. Marshall said: 'What we're doing on Ronay Island is a fantastic opportunity to show others that environmental regeneration can be done in a way that benefits local communities and the planet in a lasting and robust way. It is a big undertaking and something my business partner and I have been interested in for a long time. We're thrilled to be on this journey making it happen.'
