Talpa Studios and Talpa Network introduce a refined leadership structure from March 2, 2026, establishing a single group-wide management board while both companies continue to operate independently. The new structure strengthens momentum, innovation and efficiency across the entire content value chain. As part of this next phase, Maarten Meijs has been appointed to lead the group-wide management board, overseeing strategy and long-term development across Talpa Studios and Talpa Network. Joost … [Read more...] about Talpa sharpens strategy and strengthens leadership structure
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StukTV enters exclusive partnership with Videoland
StukTV, the number one online entertainment platform for edgy and original content in the Netherlands, has announced an exclusive partnership with Videoland. This collaboration marks a significant shift for StukTV, moving from a social-first to a streamer-first strategy. As part of this new direction, several exciting (new) titles will premiere exclusively on Videoland, the biggest local streaming service in the Netherlands. Talpa Studios, the owner of the StukTV brand, will handle international … [Read more...] about StukTV enters exclusive partnership with Videoland
Talpa Studios and Signal.Stream combine strengths in strategic partnership
Talpa Studios has established a strategic creative partnership with Signal.Stream, a Dutch content and production house focused on the streaming market. With their years of format knowledge and an extensive global network, Talpa Studios makes an ideal partner for Signal.Stream and their global ambitions. Signal.Stream operates independently from their headquarters in Amsterdam with a team of experts deeply connected to the streamer industry and the digitally-savvy generation. The first project … [Read more...] about Talpa Studios and Signal.Stream combine strengths in strategic partnership
Talpa Studios announces new adventure reality show: Camping The Wilderness
On the 1st of January 2024, SBS6 in the Netherlands is set to launch the brand-new adventure reality show, Camping The Wilderness. This is the first show created by the new adventure reality division of Talpa Studios, an expansion that allows Talpa Studios to further grow its offerings in this genre and showcase its international production capabilities. In this reality show, four Dutch families who have never traveled beyond their traditional campsite in the Netherlands are in for the adventure … [Read more...] about Talpa Studios announces new adventure reality show: Camping The Wilderness
Talpa transitions into Talpa Studios
Talpa, the globally renowned content powerhouse for non-scripted formats founded by John de Mol, proudly unveils its new name: Talpa Studios. This rebranding signifies more than just a name change. It also represents a holistic shift in its business approach, focused on creating complete content propositions, from format creation to production and global distribution. As a forerunner in the entertainment industry, Talpa Studios will continue to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. … [Read more...] about Talpa transitions into Talpa Studios
Talpa appoints Maarten Meijs as CEO
John de Mol's creative, production and distribution business is ramping up its organization and announced the appointment of Maarten Meijs as CEO. Meijs joins the company from ITV Studios where he held the position of President Global Entertainment. Reporting directly to founder John de Mol, Meijs will join Talpa at the start of 2022 in January, overseeing the day to day running of Talpa’s leading businesses across creative (Talpa Concepts), production (Talpa Entertainment Productions), … [Read more...] about Talpa appoints Maarten Meijs as CEO
