IVX Credentialed International Biotech Leader Joins Board
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ASX ANNOUNCEMENT
Invion Limited ABN 76 094 730 417
Suite 2, Level 11, 385 Bourke Street Melbourne, VIC 3000
P: +61 3 9692 7222 W: www.inviongroup.com
CREDENTIALED INTERNATIONAL BIOTECH LEADER JOINS INVION’S BOARD
MELBOURNE (AUSTRALIA) 19 August 2026: Invion Limited (ASX: IVX) (“Invion” or the
“Company”), a clinical-stage life sciences company developing its next-generation
photodynamic therapy platform (NGPDT)called Photosoft™, is pleased to announce the
appointment of Mr Paul Field as an Independent Non-Executive Director (INED), effective
immediately.
He joins the Board following the retirement of Mr Alistair Bennallack, who has served Invion
since 2020 with dedication and professionalism during a period of significant operational and
clinical progress. The Board thanks Mr Bennallack for his valuable contribution and wishes him
well in his future endeavours.
Strategic Relevance to Invion
Mr Field brings more than 30 years of experience in the global biopharmaceutical industry,
across commercialisation, investment and strategic partnering of new drug candidates and
therapeutic programs.
His appointment strengthens Invion’s Board at a pivotal time as the Company advances
Photosoft™ through clinical development and expands its partnering footprint. His experience
directly aligns with Invion’s priorities:
• Global partnering expertise and deep relationships with biopharmaceutical
companies in the USA, Europe and Asia.
• Proven capability in negotiating licensing, co-development and commercial
agreements.
• Experience guiding clinical-stage companies through commercial and regulatory
milestones.
• Relationships with institutional investors in Australian life science companies.
Mr Field is currently a NED at 60 Degrees Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: SXTP), the Executive Chair
of Wintermute Biomedical Inc. and Head of Business Development at Alsonex Pty Ltd. He
previously held senior positions at Neurizon Therapeutics Ltd., Horizon 3 Healthcare Fund and
other biotech companies and organisations.
Invion’s Executive Chair and CEO, Prof Thian Chew, said:
“Paul is a strategically valuable addition to Invion’s Board. He brings a wealth of life
sciences experience having successfully led and negotiated major deals across
multiple therapeutic areas, and his insights and expertise will be invaluable as
Invion moves toward broader clinical validation and commercial engagement.
“On behalf of the Board, I also thank Alistair for his dedicated service and
contributions to Invion’s progress from the early stages of Photosoft’s development
within Invion.”
This announcement was approved for release by Invion’s Board of Directors.
ASX ANNOUNCEMENT
Invion Limited ABN 76 094 730 417
Suite 2, Level 11, 385 Bourke Street Melbourne, VIC 3000
P: +61 3 9692 7222 W: www.inviongroup.com
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Investor and Media enquiries:
Thian Chew (Chairman & CEO)
T: +61 3 9692 7222
E: investor@inviongroup.com
Brendon Lau (Investor & Media Relations)
M: +61 409 341 613
E: brendon.lau@inviongroup.com
About Invion
Invion is a life-science company leading global research and development of the Photosoft™
technology for the treatment of a range of cancers, atherosclerosis, and infectious diseases.
Invion holds the global exclusive license to the Photosoft technology for multiple cancer and
non-cancer disease indications. Invion is listed on the ASX (ASX: IVX). Find out more at
www.Inviongroup.com.
About Next Generation Photodynamic Therapy (NGPDT)
Invion is developing its platform PhotosoftTM technology as a novel Next Generation
Photodynamic Therapy (NGPDT). NGPDT uses non-toxic photosensitisers and light to selectively
kill cancer cells and promote an anti-cancer immune response. Less invasive than surgery and
with minimal side effects, NGPDT offers an alternative treatment option aimed at achieving
complete tumour regression and long-lasting remission. NGPDT has also demonstrated
potential in non-cancer disease areas including broad-spectrum activity across multiple
infectious diseases, including bacteria, fungi and viruses. Photosoft has the potential to address
the global challenge of antibiotic-resistant “superbugs”, in addition to other indications.
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