Tapada Crew team

About Us

40+ Years Building World-Class Events

Operating since 1986, we provide elite crew and technical services for events of every scale - from intimate conferences to stadium festivals.

Our Journey

Company Timeline

1986

Founded

Tapada Crew established in Carnaxide, Portugal, providing crew services for local events and theatrical productions.

1995

National Expansion

Expanded operations nationwide, delivering crew for major concerts, festivals, and corporate events across Portugal.

2003

Technical Division

Launched a dedicated technical resources division with certified riggers, lighting, and sound technicians.

2010

International Projects

First international deployments across Europe, supporting touring productions and multinational events.

2018

World Crew Events

Rebranded to World Crew Events, reflecting global reach and expanded service capabilities.

2024

40 Years of Excellence

Four decades of operation with a growing team and an expanded rental division.

Our Values

What Drives Us

Safety First

Every crew member is trained and certified. Zero-compromise safety protocols on every job.

Precision

We deliver exact builds, precise timings, and flawless technical execution.

Reliability

30+ years of showing up on time, on budget, and on brief. Every single time.

Teamwork

Our crews work as one unit. Coordinated, communicative, and collaborative.

Leadership

Our Team

Experienced professionals leading operations across every discipline.

MT

Manuel Tapada

Founder & Managing Director

AF

Ana Ferreira

Operations Director

CM

Carlos Mendes

Head of Technical Services

SA

Sofia Almeida

Head of Logistics