British tycoon Sunny Vohra has been revealed as the saviour of beleaguered Twickenham Studios. 

 

Having rescued the business, he becomes MD of Twickenham Studios Ltd. (TSL).

 

In its official statement, TSL said: “The new owners will work with existing staff and management to plan the refurbishments and improvements at the Studios, raising the standard of services and technology offered to the industry. There will be increased employment opportunities at the Studios with investment in additional staff to make the Studio a hive of creativity and an exceptional place to work.”

 

It was also announced that Maria Walker has been appointed to the newly created position of Chief Operating Officer for TFS. In this capacity, she will be responsible for Sales, Marketing and ongoing business development. She recently spearheaded the “Save Twickenham Studios” campaign, bringing the local community and leading industry figures together as a show of support to keep the Studios active.

 

Commenting, Walker said: “The recent press, industry and public interest in the Studios has shown how important the Studios are to the industry and to the borough of Richmond and local community. It is our intention to work with all parties to provide a facility that enhances the local area. I am honoured to have been given this opportunity to reactivate the studio. TFS has been delivering excellence for almost one hundred years and in my role I want to see that continue.”