A global brand since its founding, LONGINES remains committed to watchmaking in more than 150 countries while staying true to its historical values. Elegance, its core virtue, remains the guiding principle behind all of the brand’s activities around the world.
Founded in 1832 in St-Imier, Switzerland, the history of the LONGINES watch company has been marked by numerous significant events. Now you can explore them all through a timeline that highlights the most important milestones in its history. Set out to explore nearly two centuries of history and watchmaking tradition. Through the stories of past decades, the brand has earned a reputation for its expertise and timeless elegance. A true hallmark, reflected in the slogan “Elegance is an attitude”—elegance is one of LONGINES’s core values, guiding the selection of every brand ambassador.
Founded in 1860, A. Tillander’s jewelers craft each custom piece by hand in our studio in Helsinki. In the creation of our atelier jewelry, Alexander Tillander values and upholds the finest traditions of gemstone and goldsmith craftsmanship. The jewelry is still crafted by hand and is usually designed according to the customer’s wishes and preferences.
Hööks is Scandinavia’s leading company in the equestrian industry, offering a wide and affordable selection of products for riders, horses, and dogs. We serve all active enthusiasts and offer equipment, clothing, and footwear that combine the right features, design, and quality—in our 73 stores and online.
Finnfoam, a Finnish family-owned company, offers and develops—with over 40years of experience, offering some of the market’s most advanced structural energy-efficiency solutions designed to reduce the carbon footprint of both construction and building operation. Finnfoam is recognized as a pioneer in eco-friendly construction, and its innovative development work has established the company as one of the leading manufacturers of plastic-based thermal insulation in the Baltic Sea region. Expertise, high quality, and a customer-focused approach ensure safe solutions for all insulation needs. The company’s product range includes all rigid, mold-resistant thermal insulation materials commonly used worldwide: FINNFOAM (XPS), FF-EPS, FF-PIR, and Tulppa panels. Finnfoam’s factories are located in Finland, Sweden, Estonia, Lithuania, and Spain.
Finnlines – Experience the Sea with Us
Finnlines is one of Finland’s leading shipping companies. We offer sustainable ferry trips on the Baltic Sea year-round, whether you’re traveling from Helsinki to Travemünde, Germany, or from Naantali via Långnäs to Kapellskär, Sweden. You can even cruise around the entire Baltic Sea—our passenger-cargo ships will also take you from Sweden to Germany and Poland.
OP Uusimaa is owned by its member-customers; it is the OP Group’s largest bank and a major player and employer in the Uusimaa region. Our operations are based on our values of a people-oriented approach, responsibility, and shared success. In accordance with our core mission, we promote the sustainable financial success, security, and well-being of our owner-customers and our operating environment.
Kultajousi is Finland’s largest jewelry retailer. You’ll find our stores throughout Finland; we serve you in 71 locations. We’re a part of your life, too—whether it’s for everyday occasions or special celebrations!
Messukeskus is Finland’s most memorable event venue—the premier arena for connections. At Messukeskus, you’ll find the industry’s leading trade shows and brands, as well as the expertise to bring all your event ideas to life. We provide a fitting setting for events of all sizes. Bring us your idea—we’ll make it happen, sustainably and in style.
Sponsor Insight is a research firm specializing in measuring the impact of sponsorships and events, as well as providing consulting services. Our services include media monitoring, various consumer and market measurements related to sponsorship and event marketing, consulting, social media monitoring, and event attendance and impact measurements. Our clients include companies, rights holders, the media, and the public sector. Our 20-year partnership with the Helsinki International Horse Show has played a significant role in our company’s product development.
WHG brings clinic-level equine veterinary services conveniently to your home stable in the Uusimaa region. We care for your horse using the best diagnostic equipment and tools on the market and provide comprehensive support for your horse’s performance. As a partner of HIHS, WHG is committed to actively supporting equestrian sports.
Black Horse – The Mark of a Healthy Horse
Black Horse has been a trusted partner of the Helsinki International Show for over two decades. Our partnership with this premier equestrian event reflects our commitment to horse welfare and the development of the industry.
Individualized Feeding – Tailored to Finnish Conditions
Feeding a horse requires knowledge, attention, and an understanding of its individual needs. Black Horse feeds complement a forage-based diet and provide balanced nutrition for different life stages. Our selection includes supplemental feeds that make it easy to create an effective feeding plan—whether for a racehorse, a hobby horse, or a growing foal.
Everything about horseback riding in one place!
Articles from Finland’s only horse magazine, which is over 100 years old, are available online. At “Hevosurheilun Ratsastus,” you’ll find the best stories about horses and horse people. The website covers trending topics, current events, and the lives of horses and riders both here in Finland and around the world. The site is the go-to place for anyone who follows different equestrian disciplines; as a subscriber, you’ll read exactly the topics and stories that interest you most. We report reliably and professionally, always keeping you up to date.
In equestrian sports, something is happening every moment—check it out!
Our goal is to be Finland’s best digital marketing partner in terms of value for money for growth-oriented small and medium-sized businesses.
Digital marketing is our core expertise, and we make sure you’re seen, heard, and selling—regardless of your industry. Our other key strength is designing and coding websites and online stores tailored to your needs, drawing on over 20 years of experience.
The Harju Learning Center is a bold and inspiring pioneer in the equine industry. Here, you’ll learn to become a well-rounded equine professional through hands-on training in the heart of nature. Strong industry connections, a close-knit community, top-notch expertise, and state-of-the-art facilities will support your career development as an expert in the field.
ClipMyHorse.TV is the leading streaming platform for equestrian sports and horse breeding. From local races to top international events, ClipMyHorse.TV brings the excitement of the arena straight to your screen—live and on demand, anytime, anywhere.
Boutique Riders’ Corner is a versatile outdoor, equestrian, and dog supply store in Hyvinkää. We offer a wide selection of high-quality gear for riders, horses, outdoor enthusiasts, and dogs. Our expert service and comprehensive product selection are available to you both in-store and in our online store.
Wahlstén has over 100 years of history in the manufacture of leather equipment, and high-quality leather products are still handcrafted in Lahti. In addition, we operate as a wholesaler and have retailers around the world. In addition to our own Wahlstén brand, we import other top global brands, such as Sprenger, Acavallo, TRM, Kerckhaert, and Lami-Cell. Development is important to us, and we continuously collaborate with professionals in various fields, which is reflected in our products. They are designed to be practical and durable. In our selection, you’ll find a wide range of products for horses and people, regardless of discipline.
You can find Wahlstén products at our retailers, our factory outlet, and now also in our online store. Visit our online store and explore our entire selection at www.veljwahlsten.com
The Equestrian Academy is a national training center for equestrian sports and the largest educational institution in the field. Our goal is to train the top professionals of the future in the equestrian field, who will also be competitive on the international stage. The training center’s competition and training programs provide an excellent learning environment as well as top-notch conditions for competition and training.
Videpe specializes in producing top-tier sports and entertainment broadcasts. As the TV partners of the Helsinki Horse Show, we have been bringing the excitement from the riding arena to living rooms around the world for over 10 years.
Our services also include live streaming, post-production, graphic design, and equipment rental. With years of experience, we carry out outdoor productions of all sizes with high quality and passion.
Ticketmaster is the world’s largest ticket distributor and the global market leader in ticketing products and services for live events. We sell 600 million tickets annually in over 35 countries and are the official partner of thousands of venues, artists, sports teams, festivals, arts centers, and theaters. Ticketmaster Finland (formerly Lippupalvelu) was founded in 1945 and is part of Live Nation Entertainment. We at Ticketmaster are proud to be the long-standing ticketing partner of the Helsinki International Horse Show, as the event is a time-honored institution and, above all, a world-class sporting event.
Ramirent Finland Oy is Finland’s largest and most comprehensive construction equipment rental company, serving customers nationwide through a network of 57 rental locations and a staff of 570 reliable construction equipment service professionals. Thanks to our extensive network of locations, we are close to our customers, whom we serve by always providing the best solution quickly and efficiently. The construction industry is our largest single customer group, but our customer base also includes, among others, installation companies, industrial plants, shipyards, municipal and state authorities, event organizers, and private households.
Pelican Self Storage is the leading self-storage provider in the Nordic countries, offering self-service storage space to both residential and business customers. We have locations in Finland, Denmark, and Sweden. All of our locations are centrally located and easily accessible by car.
Fazer Group
As a company focused on food experiences, Fazer enables everyone to enjoy the best moments of the day. Our mission, “Food with Meaning,” is built on our solid heritage spanning more than 130 years, a consumer-centric approach, and innovation as we develop responsible food solutions for the future. With a team of approximately 5,000 dedicated professionals, we focus on consumer products and our direct-to-consumer business in Northern Europe, and our products are exported to more than 40 countries. Fazer adheres to ethical guidelines in its business operations, which are based on the Group’s values and the principles of the UN Global Compact.
BOWA Legal – Legal and Tax Services with an Understanding of the Equine Industry
For many people, horses are a way of life, and often part of a business as well. This raises questions about contracts, taxation, and legislation—matters in which clarity and foresight are key.
BOWA Legal is a boutique law firm based in Helsinki that combines expertise in tax and business law with a practical, solution-oriented approach. We understand the unique characteristics of the equine industry and help our clients operate in a transparent and sustainable manner.
We provide assistance in matters such as horse sales, business contracts, the interpretation of value-added tax regulations, and the tax implications of corporate structures. Our goal is to find a sensible and practical solution—without unnecessary complexity.
It is important to us that legal advice is understandable, cost-effective, and genuinely helpful. We communicate clearly and focus on what moves things forward.
Horseco, an eco-friendly manure processing plant that accepts dry horse manure.
We process manure into compost and soil amendments
HevosAreena 2027 brings the world of equestrian sports to Jyväskylä’s Paviljonki for the first time! The event will feature Amateur Tour show jumping competitions as well as other exciting programming from experienced equestrian professionals. Lectures, tips, and inspiring talks on equestrian sports—and elite sports!
The event is aimed at professionals in equestrian and harness racing who have a genuine need to acquire products, services, and new expertise for use in the equine industry—such as horse owners, competitors, trainers, breeders, and active enthusiasts.
The International Equestrian Federation (FEI) is the global governing body for show jumping, dressage and para-dressage, eventing, carriage driving and para-carriage driving, endurance riding, and vaulting. The FEI’s mission is to promote and develop equestrian sports worldwide in a modern, sustainable, and structured manner, while ensuring integrity, athlete well-being, equal opportunities, and a fair and ethical partnership with the horse.
In accordance with the City of Helsinki’s urban strategy, events and experiences are an integral part of the city’s rhythm and vitality. Helsinki is committed to attracting major international events and enhancing the city’s appeal. Events strengthen the vitality of the city and its businesses, bring residents and visitors together, and build Helsinki’s image as an international city of events.
The Helsinki International Horse Show and the FEI Jumping World Cup™ event held as part of it are important annual sporting events for Helsinki, bringing top-level international, visibility, and tourism revenue to the city. The event reinforces Helsinki’s position as a respected host city for major events and a vibrant hub where sports, culture, and community come together.
Yle has long been a media partner of the Helsinki Horse Show and has broadcast the most important competitions on its channels. Yle Urheilu will continue to broadcast the highlights of the World Cup weekend on Yle Areena and its TV channels, much to the delight of equestrian sports fans watching from home.
A prominent part of international elite sports includes major championships in various sports, as well as World Cup and Euro Cup events and international sports congresses. There are many other factors that drive the hosting of these events besides the achievements related to the content of the event itself.
The Helsinki Horse Show is one of the most significant and time-honored annual sporting events in Finland. Since 1986, it has been not only the premier event in Finnish equestrian sports but also a World Cup stop held in Finland.
The Ministry of Education and Culture has allocated financial support for bidding to host international sporting events and for their preparations. By supporting these bids, the Ministry aims to demonstrate its commitment to hosting international events in Finland that support the development of sports and strengthen Finland’s international image. The Helsinki Horse Show is an excellent example of this!
The Finnish Equestrian Federation (SRL) is the national governing body for equestrian sports in Finland. The SRL promotes equestrian sports as a form of general sports and physical education, organizes equestrian competitions, and develops equestrian instruction and coaching in Finland. The SRL is an advocacy organization for all equestrian enthusiasts, representing the interests of both elite athletes and recreational riders.
John Nurminen Foundation – Saving the Baltic Sea
The John Nurminen Foundation, founded in 1992, aims to save the Baltic Sea and its heritage for future generations. The foundation’s projects improve the state of the Baltic Sea by reducing the burden on the sea and environmental risks, such as eutrophication and habitat loss. The foundation is also an award-winning information broker and producer of maritime cultural content. We strengthen people’s relationship with the sea. Our work is guided by results and impact. The foundation’s activities are mainly financed by donations and grants.
