Essen, Germany | March 2025
Source: EQUITANA Official Announcement
🔍 Editorial Overview
After nearly three decades of visionary leadership, Christina “Tina” Uetz, Event Director of EQUITANA, steps down following the 2025 edition. Her departure marks the end of an era for the world’s largest equestrian trade fair—a legacy defined by innovation, cultural elevation, and strategic expansion.
🌟 Legacy Highlights
- Director Since 1996: Uetz transformed EQUITANA from a conventional trade fair into a global equestrian flagship, blending tradition with modernity.
- Innovative Formats: She pioneered the EQUITANA Open Air, introduced training evenings with elite riders, and elevated amateur sport visibility.
- HOP TOP Show: Under her direction, this theatrical showcase redefined human-horse interaction, setting global standards for equestrian performance art.
- Industry Recognition: RX Germany’s Managing Director Michael Köhler praised her “exceptional commitment” and credited her with laying a strong foundation for EQUITANA’s future.
🔄 Leadership Transition
- Sarah Walter Takes Over: Having co-led EQUITANA since September 2023, Walter now assumes full leadership. Her focus: internationalizing the exhibition area and developing new content formats aligned with the future of equestrian sport.
🧠TWW NEWS Commentary
Christina Uetz’s tenure was not just administrative—it was architectural. She built EQUITANA into a cultural institution, where equestrian sport met art, education, and commerce. TWW NEWS honors her legacy and looks forward to covering the next chapter under Sarah Walter’s stewardship—with the same editorial dignity and global perspective.