HORKA International

What HORKA International does

HORKA International B.V. is a Netherlands-based designer, manufacturer, and distributor of equestrian apparel and equipment, founded in 1956 and headquartered in Zwolle. The company operates a multi-brand portfolio comprising the core HORKA brand, the fashion-forward Red Horse sub-brand, the performance-oriented EQPRO sub-brand, and a licensed official KNHS (Royal Dutch Equestrian Federation) fan collection. Its catalog spans approximately 1,973 SKUs across rider equipment (safety helmets, riding breeches, jackets, boots, gloves, accessories), horse equipment (halters, blankets, saddles, leg protection, grooming supplies), and adjacent outdoor and dog product lines. Technical product features include EN1384:2023-certified safety helmets with Inmould construction, ERT energy-reduction technology for linear and rotational impact protection, and Dial-Fit adjustable sizing; riding breeches integrate Polygiene antimicrobial fabric, quick-drying stretch materials, and USB-C-powered heating elements on premium models such as the BLIZZARD.

The company runs a dual-channel go-to-market. The primary channel is a B2B wholesale model targeting a worldwide network of physical and online equestrian retailers, with an active retailer-recruitment process via a structured contact form. The secondary channel is direct-to-consumer e-commerce through horka.com, available in Dutch, English, German, and French. Pricing is structured around per-unit suggested retail prices ranging from approximately €3 for small accessories to €250 for premium items, with helmets priced at €39.95-€169.95, breeches at €44.95-€129.95, and riding jackets at €64.95-€179.95. Marketing is conducted through Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and seasonal lookbooks supporting the bi-annual Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter collection launches. Customer segments include equestrian riders and horse owners (primary), outdoor enthusiasts, and B2B resellers; no enterprise-anchor accounts are disclosed and revenue exposure is structurally diversified across a fragmented retailer and consumer base. The company is privately held with no disclosed external funding, parent company, or ownership change events.

Name

HORKA International

Legal name

HORKA International B.V.

Website

https://horka.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

HORKA International B.V. is a Netherlands-based equestrian apparel and equipment manufacturer, founded in 1956, selling safety-certified helmets, riding apparel, and horse gear under the HORKA, Red Horse, and EQPRO brands via worldwide B2B wholesale resellers and a multi-language DTC e-commerce platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Equestrian Apparel and Equipment

NAICS

Sporting Goods Retailers (45911), Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (3159), Other Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing (316990)

SIC

Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949), Retail-Apparel & Accessory Stores (5600), Leather & Leather Products (3100)

akta.pro primary industry

Riding Jackets, Pants & Suits Retail (Leather/Textile) (CRAMANAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Helmets & Protective Headgear Retail (Motorcycle/ATV/Snow) (CRAMANAB)

Keywords

• Equestrian apparel
• Riding equipment
• Horse accessories
• Safety helmets
• Equestrian wholesale

Headquarters

HQ city

Zwolle

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Wholesale to Retailers: HORKA International sells its equestrian apparel and equipment products to retailers through B2B wholesale relationships, who then resell to end consumers. Products include riding jackets, breeches, helmets, horse equipment, and accessories.
2. Direct Consumer Sales: The company operates an e-commerce platform for direct consumer sales of their HORKA and Red Horse branded products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

HORKA International designs, sources, and distributes equestrian apparel and equipment for riders and horses, with a catalog of approximately 1,973 products organized under three brands (HORKA core, Red Horse fashion-forward, EQPRO performance) plus an officially licensed KNHS fan collection. The product range covers EN1384:2023 certified safety helmets, riding breeches, jackets, boots, gloves, horse halters, blankets, saddle pads, leg protection, grooming supplies, stable necessities, and outdoor clothing.

Product overview

HORKA International is an equestrian equipment retailer operating a multi-brand e-commerce platform. The core offering centers on the HORKA brand providing riding helmets, riding breeches, jackets, and boots for equestrian enthusiasts, complemented by the Red Horse sub-brand for fashion-forward riding apparel and the EQPRO sub-brand for performance-oriented technical gear. The product portfolio spans rider equipment (helmets, breeches, jackets, gloves, accessories), horse equipment (halTERS, blankets, saddles, leg protection, grooming supplies), and outdoor apparel. The company also holds a license for the KNHS (Royal Dutch Equestrian Federation) fan collection. With approximately 1,973 products across categories including safety helmets, riding breeches, saddle pads, and horse care items, HORKA serves riders through seasonal collections released twice yearly (Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Red Horse: Equestrian brand offering rider apparel and horse equipment
• EQPRO

Products and services

• HORKA (Core Brand) Primary equestrian apparel and equipment brand offering riding helmets, breeches, jackets, boots, and accessories for riders, as well as horse equipment including halters, blankets, saddles, and grooming supplies.
• Red Horse (Sub-brand) Equestrian sub-brand under HORKA featuring stylish riding apparel and horse equipment with a focus on fashion-forward designs and glitter details.
• EQPRO (Sub-brand) Performance-oriented equestrian brand offering technical riding gear and equipment designed for serious riders.
• KNHS Fan Collection Official KNHS (Royal Dutch Equestrian Federation) licensed fan merchandise including saddle pads, helmets, shirts, vests, jackets, halters, gloves, and caps featuring the federation's branding.
• Spring/Summer 2026 Collection Seasonal Spring/Summer 2026 collection across HORKA, Red Horse, and EQPRO brands including riding apparel, horse equipment, and accessories.
• Fall/Winter 2025-2026 Collection Seasonal Fall/Winter 2025-2026 collection across HORKA, Red Horse, and EQPRO brands including riding apparel, horse equipment, and accessories.
• VEILIGHEIDSHELM DALI Safety Helmet Lightweight EN1384:2023 certified safety helmet with Inmould technology, Dial-Fit adjustable sizing system, and Coolmax removable washable lining, for equestrian riders.
• LADIES VEILIGHEIDSHELM GAUDI Safety Helmet Ladies EN1384:2023 certified safety helmet with glitter frame designs, 4-point safety harness with faux leather look, and Dial-Fit adjustable sizing system, for female equestrian riders.
• VERWARMBARE RIJBROEK BLIZZARD Heated Riding Breeches CE-certified heated riding breeches with full silicone grip seat and three USB-C powered heating elements offering three heat settings (45°C, 50°C, 55°C), for riders in cold weather.
• RIJBROEK FORMIDABLE Riding Breeches Quick-drying, breathable riding breeches with technical stretch fabric, two deep side pockets, and full silicone grip seat, for equestrian riders.
• HALSTER LEER BRILLIANCE Leather Halter Anatomically shaped leather halter with wider padded headpiece, padded noseband, and tonal glitter details, for horses.
• ZADELDEK DR BRILLIANCE Dressage Saddle Pad Sporty dressage saddle pad made of mesh material with tonal glitter details, ergonomic shape with high withers, D-ring loops with elastic insert, and PU wear protection, for horses in dressage work.
• PVC PEESBESCHERMER BRILLIANCE Leg Protectors PVC outer shell leg protectors with double velcro closure and shock-absorbing neoprene lining, for horses during training and turnout.
• OORNETJE DELUXE Fly Ear Net Fly ear net made from technical fabric with silver or rose gold finish, featuring flexible sound-dampening ears and removable neoprene lining, for horses.
• BODYWARMER PHENOMENAL Bodywarmer Softshell bodywarmer with padded body, tone-on-tone glitter details, two zippered pockets, and a flattering fit, for equestrian riders.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1973+ products available in catalog

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• KNHS (Koninklijke Nederlandse Hippische Sportfederatie)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial partnership with KNHS (Royal Dutch Equestrian Federation) producing an official KNHS fan collection including riding apparel, accessories, and merchandise with official federation branding. The collection includes competition shirts, vests, jackets, saddle pads, halters, gloves, and caps featuring KNHS branding.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Eskadron: German equestrian equipment brand offering horse gear (halters, blankets, saddle pads) and rider accessories. Comparable product breadth and European wholesale channel.
• Cavalleria Toscana: Italian premium equestrian apparel brand directly competing with HORKA in riding breeches, jackets, and competition wear. Both target competitive and recreational riders across European markets.
• Dublin Clothing: Irish equestrian brand offering apparel, boots, and rider accessories. Comparable mid-market positioning and multi-channel distribution to HORKA.
• Samshield: Premium equestrian helmet and apparel brand. Directly competes with HORKA's EN1384-certified helmet line and riding apparel at the premium price point.
• Pikeur: German equestrian apparel brand offering riding breeches, jackets, and helmets. Closely comparable product portfolio and European wholesale distribution model.
• Shires Equestrian: UK equestrian equipment and apparel brand offering comparable rider apparel, horse equipment, and accessories through wholesale and DTC channels.
• Horseware Ireland: Irish equestrian brand specializing in horse equipment (turnout rugs, blankets) and rider apparel. Comparable multi-brand strategy and wholesale distribution model.
• Weatherbeeta: Australian horse equipment brand specializing in turnout blankets, saddle pads, and horse gear. Comparable multi-category equestrian product strategy and global distribution.
• Kingsland Equestrian: Norwegian equestrian apparel brand competing with HORKA in riding breeches, jackets, and technical performance gear across European markets.

Broad incumbents

• Ariat: Large US-based equestrian footwear and apparel brand with broad international presence. Overlaps with HORKA's apparel and boot categories but operates at much larger scale and broader distribution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCNK4dWv7-TuzATJTLh18-LQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/HORKAinternational
• Instagraminstagram.com/horka_bv
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/horka-international-b-v-

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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