Assassin's Creed

Certified for Action—Engineered for Legend.
At Bureau 105, precision meets action. Tasked with the structural certification of heritage sites for Assassin’s Creed, we ensured that history and high-intensity filmmaking could coexist. Set across Malta’s limestone rooftops—including the historic National Library in Valletta and the formidable Fort Ricasoli—these locations weren’t designed for the weight of film crews, let alone combat sequences and high-impact stunts.

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Our challenge? Reinforce these historic structures without compromising their authenticity. The traditional limestone roofs, never intended for such dynamic loads, required careful assessment and strengthening. Every leap, clash, and rooftop pursuit demanded a balance between safety and preservation. We engineered solutions that discreetly enhanced load-bearing capacities, ensuring both the crew and the structures remained secure, all while respecting centuries-old craftsmanship.

For Assassin’s Creed, it wasn’t just about making action possible—it was about making it seamless. Bureau 105’s work ensured that the film’s intense sequences played out on real heritage sites, preserving the tangible, visceral connection between story and setting. The result? A production where innovation upheld tradition, allowing history and structures to take centre stage—safely, and spectacularly.

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Client: TOOM Malta Ltd.
Engineer: Jeanette Muñoz Abela

Discipline: Structural Engineering