Pinewood Studios and Studio Hamburg today launched a Joint Venture that will allow European and International filmmakers to take advantage of their joint infrastructure and skills when producing feature films in Germany. The newly created “Pinewood Studio Berlin Film Services” will allow filmmakers to benefit from Studio Hamburg’s production and studio services in Berlin Adlershof and Hamburg, as well as from Pinewood Studios’ extensive experience gained by being at the forefront of the creative industries for nearly 75 years.

Dr. Robin Houcken, managing director of Studio Hamburg said: “The joint venture offers international film producers new and cost effective solutions for filming in Germany. We’re very pleased to have in Pinewood, a partner that stands for quality, growth and ultimately a great cinema tradition.”

Ivan Dunleavy, CEO, Pinewood Studios Group, added: “I am delighted that we have reached a Joint Venture agreement with Studio Hamburg. This is a further development in our international strategy to leverage the Pinewood brand and expertise globally to benefit both local markets and the UK creative industries.