Exhibit 99.1
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SMX Announces Appointment of Dr. Amnon Azoulay
as
Head of Online and Industrial Detectors
New York, 20 March 2024 – SMX (Security Matters) PLC (NASDAQ:SMX; SMXWW) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Amnon Azoulay as the new head of online and industrial detectors for SMX. Dr. Azoulay brings a wealth of experience and expertise in multidisciplinary technological management to the Company. With a Ph.D. in condensed matter physics, Dr. Azoulay has spent over 25 years transforming ideas into turnkey products, demonstrating ability to create vision and inspire teams towards achieving innovative outcomes.
Dr. Azoulay’s extensive background includes pioneering work in additive manufacturing, particularly in 3D polymer printing, as well as non-destructive evaluation (NDE) and imaging systems, including ultrasound, X-Ray, Neutrons, and Terahertz technologies. His expertise extends to the development of nuclear sensors, gas-surface interaction analysis, and the creation of highly complex automated systems incorporating robotics, fast data acquisition, and diverse sensing technologies. SMX believes that this wide-ranging experience positions him exceptionally well to contribute to SMX’s endeavors in enhancing recycling processes and advancing circular economy initiatives through innovative scanning technology.
Throughout his career, Dr. Azoulay has held significant positions, including Head of the 3D Printing Lab at the National Research Center (NRC), where he established a center for developing new printing methods and polymers for additive manufacturing technologies. His role in leading the NDT Department and the Ultrasonic Section at NRC involved the management of large projects, budgeting, and the establishment of scientific infrastructures, highlighting his capability in leadership and business development in cutting-edge technological fields.
Dr. Azoulay’s appointment comes at a crucial time when SMX is spearheading efforts to improve supply chain transparency and brand protection through technological innovation. SMX believes that his proven track record in R&D, particularly in the fields of ultrasound technology, signal analysis, and robotics, combined with his leadership in managing high-impact projects, makes him an invaluable asset to SMX. Dr. Azoulay’s dedication to ethical, sustainable, and transparent practices aligns perfectly with SMX’s mission, promising to drive significant advancements in the projects under his oversight.
About SMX
SMX integrates chemistry, physics, and computer science to give materials memory and create a culture of transparency and trust across multiple industries. The company’s nearly 100 patents support unique marking, measuring, and tracking technologies allowing clients to seamlessly deploy transparency at all levels of development and provide all stakeholders with a complete provenance of material composition and history, from virgin material to recycled, to address manufacturing challenges and ESG goals while maintaining sustainable growth. As a result, SMX’s technologies help companies address ESG commitments and transition more successfully to a low-carbon economy.
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