An equine sector of excellence that is one-of-a-kind in the world
Normandy is a world-renowned equine region, benefitting from infrastructure, breeding and events that make this an outstanding sector. A whole ecosystem has been built up around the horse sector, supported by an exemplary network based on animal health. Normandy stands as an undisputed reference in the field.
Stakeholders (hubs, sectors)
HIPPOLIA: The only hub dedicated to the equine sector in France. Its ambition is to position France as a world leader in innovation. 215 members: business creators, start-ups, SMEs and large groups, research teams, training centres;
More than 200 projects guided and 180 have received a hub kitemark.
THE NORMANDY HORSE COUNCIL: This brings together all the skills of the sector to guide the economic development and support cross-cutting projects of common interest in the equine sector.
THE REGION OF HIGH TECH:
Normandy offers a complete value-chain, a key factor in the success of your project:
Agricultural structures;
Professional stables and equestrian centres;
32 horse racing tracks;
6 700 companies and organisations in the fields of heath and health care, equipment, saddles, feed, leisure and tourism;
57 training centres;
2 national stud farms;
1 international campus.
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Varied training programmes:
– Specialised Masters course in “Science and Management in the Equine Sector” with the Normandy School of Management, Agrosup (Dijon) and the University of Kentucky;
– Equine veterinary training with a veterinary hospital dedicated to the equine sector opening in 2025 in Goustranville;
– The Hermès School in Louviers dedicated to the profession of artisanal saddles.
Normandy Equine Valley, an exceptional research network for equine health on 2 sites:
– Goustranville: Research laboratories, imagery rooms with the latest technology and a physiotherapy and re-education centre with swimming pool;
– Saint Contest: A shared platform covering analysis and research hubs, an epidemeo-surveillance network for equine diseases and two start-ups dedicated to biosecurity and equine genetics (EQUIWAYS and EQUIBIOGENES).
The EquurEs kitemark: the first environmental and well-being kitemark for the equine sector created by the French National Horse Council and covering the whole of France. 60 organisations in Normandy have received this kitemark.
An important innovation ecosystem with specialised start-ups:
– PROXIMAL LIGHTING: LED lighting solutions for equestrian activities and infrastructure;
– EQUIMONDO: management software for equine centres and stables;
– ANIMAL IMMUNE: solutions to care for certain chronic diseases (asthma and arthritis);
– SEAVER HORSE: connected technologies to improve equine well-being and performance.
Prestigious and International level events:
– Equine events: These include the Grand Complet at the Haras du Pin, the Arqana sales, the Normandy Horse Show, the Deauville Meet and the Barrière Deauville Polo Cup, as well as the summer events at the Cabourg showground;
- Normandy Horse Meet’UP: the leading event in France dedicated to equine professionals, held in Deauville.
Working with our partners and stakeholders, the Invest team in AD Normandie is there to advise you on the administrative procedures involved in the creation, the registration and the launching of your project.
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The Invest team in AD Normandie can offer you solutions for land and buildings adapted for your project, and work alongside you in all stages of the implementation of your project.
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With a regional network of partners, the Invest team in AD Normandie help foreign businesses set-up within the local economic environment.
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The Invest team at AD Normandie provides a tailored service to help your project and look for sources of finance. We have an unrivalled expertise, both within the team and amongst our partners across Normandy.
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AD Normandie undertakes a monitoring of your set-up and teams to facilitate your arrival in the region, and the Invest teams remain at your disposal to help with any further developmental needs.
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AD Normandie is made-up of a fully committed and professional teams, working on the development of French and international companies in the Normandy region, providing a free, confidential and made-to-measure service.
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Administrative formalities
Working with our partners and stakeholders, the Invest team in AD Normandie is there to advise you on the administrative procedures involved in the creation, the registration and the launching of your project.
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Building solutions
The Invest team in AD Normandie can offer you solutions for land and buildings adapted for your project, and work alongside you in all stages of the implementation of your project.
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Partners and Networks
With a regional network of partners, the Invest team in AD Normandie help foreign businesses set-up within the local economic environment.
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Project development & financial support
The Invest team at AD Normandie provides a tailored service to help your project and look for sources of finance. We have an unrivalled expertise, both within the team and amongst our partners across Normandy.
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Helping your set-up
AD Normandie undertakes a monitoring of your set-up and teams to facilitate your arrival in the region, and the Invest teams remain at your disposal to help with any further developmental needs.
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Dedicated team
AD Normandie is made-up of a fully committed and professional teams, working on the development of French and international companies in the Normandy region, providing a free, confidential and made-to-measure service.
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