Jonathan Asherson appointed as chairman of Polytron.AI and board member of Vizzio Technologies

• Appointment follows Eddie Chau, a known figure in S’pore’s tech ecosystem
• Career spans decades in tech & engineering, marked by leadership at Rolls Royce

Vizzio Technologies has announced the appointment of Jonathan Asherson (pic), former chairman of Rolls Royce Singapore covering AsiaPac, to its esteemed Board of Directors. Asherson will also serve as chairman of Polytron.AI, a subsidiary of Vizzio Technologies. His addition brings a wealth of experience and expertise that will significantly enhance Vizzio’s leadership, governance, and strategic direction.

According to the firm, Asherson's career spans decades in the tech and engineering industries, marked by his leadership at Rolls Royce. His appointment underscores the company's commitment to attracting top-tier talent to drive Vizzio’s vision forward. As chairman of Polytron.AI, Asherson will play a crucial role in guiding the subsidiary's innovative efforts and advancements in AI-powered camera systems for smart city, safe city, and circular city initiatives.

Mohd Nor Abu Bakar, chairman of Vizzio Technologies, said, "Asherson’s extensive knowledge and proven track record align perfectly with our mission to revolutionise the 3D industry, supercharged by our rapid 3D mapping workflow. This approach not only achieves a dramatic reduction in the cost of digital twin creation but also underscores our superiority over traditional terrestrial scanning methods that rely on LIDAR technology, establishing a new benchmark for rapid digital twin techniques.”

“His belief in the power of our AI-powered 3D Modelling & Visualisation technology is inspiring, and his strategic leadership will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and expand,” he added.

Mohd Nor further noted that Asherson’s corporate and engineering expertise comes at a pivotal time as the company embarks on a new chapter of growth and innovation. “With Asherson’s guidance, we are confident in achieving significant advancements and reaching greater milestones. His confidence in Vizzio’s capabilities and dedication to steering the firm towards success speaks volumes about his conviction in Vizzio’s patented AI-powered 3D Mapping/Visualisation and Polytron’s real-time interactive 3D camera technologies.”

Meanwhile, Asherson said, "After engaging in discussions with the Vizzio Board and Management Team, it became clear that they are a company with potential within a strong growth industry. Their commitment to innovation and delivery resonated strongly with me, and I am confident that we can achieve remarkable growth and success. This alignment of goals and drive underpins my conviction that the company is poised for a transformative journey.”

He added that the synergy between Vizzio and Polytron.AI epitomises the fusion of space technology, advanced generative AI in 3D modeling and visualisation, city-scale 3D digital twins, and its innovative LIVE 3D™. “Together, we are poised to usher in a transformative era of AI-first products and solutions for real-world 3D projects, setting new standards in the industry," Asherson said.

Asherson's appointment marks a significant milestone for Vizzio, as his leadership will not only enhance the firm’s strategic direction but also reinforce its commitment to pushing the boundaries of technological innovation. His appointment follows the addition of Eddie Chau, a renowned figure in Singapore's tech ecosystem, who joined the company’s Board last month.