Liberty Defense Announces New Chairman to its Board of Directors
Key Highlights
- ➤John R. Percival appointed Liberty Defense (DETX) board chairman, effective immediately
- ➤Jason Burinescu leaves executive chairman role to pursue other business opportunities full time
- ➤SureScan revenue rose from under $2 million to $26 million under Percival
- ➤Liberty targets accelerated commercialization and customer expansion across security-screening markets
Expert Statements
Bill Frain, CEO of Liberty Defense
“We appreciate Jason’s contributions to the organization during his tenure and thank him for his service,”
Bill Frain, CEO of Liberty Defense
“We wish him continued success in his future endeavors.”
Bill Frain, CEO of Liberty Defense
“We are extremely pleased to welcome John as Chairman of the Board of Directors,”
Bill Frain, CEO of Liberty Defense
“John has a strong track record of taking security and imaging technologies from development through commercialization, along with deep engineering experience. Their combined expertise will be highly valuable as we continue to grow Liberty Defense and expand our customer base.”
John R. Percival, Chairman of the Board of Directors at Liberty Defense
“I am excited to join Liberty Defense at an important point in the Company’s growth,”
John R. Percival, Chairman of the Board of Directors at Liberty Defense
“Liberty has developed differentiated security screening technology with significant potential across aviation, courts, corrections, and distribution markets. I look forward to working with management and the Board to accelerate commercialization, strengthen execution and create long-term value for shareholders.”
WILMINGTON, Mass., Oct. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Liberty Defense Holdings Ltd. (“Liberty” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: DETX), a leading technology provider of AI-based next generation detection solutions for concealed weapons and threats, today announced the appointment of John R. Percival as Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective immediately. Jason Burinescu, Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors, has left his role with the Company to pursue other business opportunities on a full time basis.
"We appreciate Jason’s contributions to the organization during his tenure and thank him for his service," said Bill Frain, Liberty's CEO. "We wish him continued success in his future endeavors."
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