The European Horse Network

The European Horse Network (EHN) was formed on
a Swedish initiative at the European conference
EU Equus 2009. Read more on www.equus2009.eu »

The Swedish Horse Council Federation (HNS) is the first organization to be responsible for the continued work within
the network. Chairman is Stefan Johanson CEO, HNS

Objectives of the European Horse Network

• animal health and welfare

• exotic virus diseases

• breeding and husbandry

• transport and identification 

• rural development and environmental impact
• education, research and development
• funding of the Horse industry
• VAT and taxes

14 Active Member Organizations

• BHS - British Horse Society

• EEF - European Equestrian Federation

• EFTBA - European Federation Thoroughbred Breeders
• EPMA - European Pari Mutuel Association

• FECTU - European Draught Horse Federation

• FEI - International Equestrian Federation
• FEIF - International Federation of Icelandic Horse Associations
• HNS - Swedish Horse Council Foundation
• IFHA - International Federation Horseracing Authorities
• KMET - Central Europe Racing Federation
• Pole-Filiere Equine - (Normandie) representing the Network of European Equestrian Regions
• UET- European Trotting Union
• WBFSH - World Federation for Sport Horses Breeders
• World Horse Welfare