This is EQUEST
For over 130 years, our family business in Münsterland has been manufacturing high-quality equestrian products. Innovation and tradition are combined in our product range, which always takes into account the well-being of the horse, quality, and individual customer requirements.
Our story.
1889
1889
• Founded by Gerhard J. Hölscher in Leer (Westphalia)
• Beginning of traditional rope making
1930–1950
1930–1950
• Expansion of production facilities
• Expansion of manufacturing methods
1963
1963
• Versatile applications of the products
• Quality as a central corporate principle
1970
1970
• Entry of the 3rd generation
• Launch of the equestrian sports segment
1978
1978
• First international trade fair appearances
• Start of worldwide distribution
1989
1989
• 100 years of family business
• International customer base
1999
1999
• Generational change in leadership
• Continuation of the family tradition
2005
2005
• Introduction of the EQUEST brand
• New location in Schöppingen
2008
2008
• Expansion to include EQUEST 4 Dogs
• Expansion of the brand world
2026
2026
• Relaunch of the EQUEST website
• Modern brand image
For people, the environment and the economy
Social sustainability
For generations, the well-being and satisfaction of our team has been close to our hearts, because only together can we give our best!
Ecological sustainability
With our local production facilities and reliable partnerships with regional suppliers, we contribute to the protection and preservation of the environment.
Economic sustainability
With efficient, constantly optimized work processes, we avoid unnecessary waste of resources and act sustainably in the economic sphere as well.
