EXCLUSIVE: Immersive experiences production studio Wevr, which counts Warner Bros Discovery among its investors, has opened a European office in Malta.
Wevr co-founder and CEO Neville Spiteri said the base meant his company was “positioned to bridge U.S. and EU talent, advancing the frontier of global immersive entertainment.”
The Venice Beach-based studio, which focuses on developing and producing immersive experiences out of L.A., will establish a talent residency program in Malta.
Wevr is known for social experiences such as The Blu, in which teams of up to six people don VR headsets and travel to undersea world on an extraordinary mission to rescue endangered blue whales.
Malta is known for its close ties with Hollywood. Pics such as Gladiator and series including Game of Thrones have shot there, taking advantage of the favorable tax rebate system and production hubs.
Wevr is partnering with Malta Enterprise, Gaming Malta and the Malta Film Commission to attract an international pool of artists, designers and developers.
“Malta is thrilled to welcome Wevr,” said George Gregory, CEO of Malta Enterprise. “Our robust incentives and infrastructure empower innovative ventures, and Wevr’s presence will elevate Malta’s role in next-generation entertainment.”
“Wevr’s decision to establish its EU studio in Malta is a clear vote of confidence in our growing creative and digital industries,” added Silvio Schembri, Malta’s Minister for the Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects. “By bringing together Wevr’s world-class expertise with Malta’s dynamic ecosystem across film, videogaming, and digital media, we are creating new high-quality jobs, developing local talent, and opening up fresh opportunities for our young creatives and entrepreneurs.”