Smart Parking Limited (ASX:SPZ), a technology and services company operating car park spaces across multiple countries using proprietary Smart Cloud and ANPR/LPR systems, has announced the appointment of Simon Jones as Non-Executive Chairman, succeeding Chris Morris, alongside the appointment of Jeremy King as Joint Company Secretary.

Key Points

  • Simon Jones appointed Non-Executive Chairman of Smart Parking Limited, succeeding Chris Morris in the role
  • Jones was first appointed to the board as an independent non-executive director effective 1 July 2026 and was re-elected by shareholders at the 2026 AGM
  • Chris Morris will remain on the board as a non-executive director following the transition
  • Jeremy King appointed Joint Company Secretary following Paul Gillespie's relocation to the United States, while King continues as a non-executive director
  • Richard Ludbrook continues as Joint Company Secretary and Group Chief Financial Officer; Paul Gillespie continues as Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer

Simon Jones Assumes the Chairmanship at Smart Parking

Simon Jones has been named Non-Executive Chairman of Smart Parking Limited, a globally operating parking technology company with offices in Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Denmark, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Jones's experience includes general strategic advice, mergers, acquisitions and divestments, transaction structuring, valuations and due diligence across numerous industries. The filing notes he has particular knowledge in the media, professional services, information technology, healthcare, and food and beverage sectors. Jones has previously served as Chairman of both Computershare Ltd and Melbourne IT Ltd, according to the filing.

Board Continuity and Chris Morris's Ongoing Role

Chris Morris, who previously held the position of Chairman, will remain on the Smart Parking board as a non-executive director following the leadership transition. The company operates thousands of car park spaces globally using its proprietary Smart Cloud technology linked with Automatic Number Plate Recognition and License Plate Recognition systems, deployable as a standalone solution or combined with payment solutions. The filing does not disclose any change to the total number of directors on the board or the specific timing of when Morris formally stepped down as Chairman.

Jeremy King Appointed Joint Company Secretary

Smart Parking also disclosed that Jeremy King has been appointed Joint Company Secretary of the company. The filing states the appointment follows the relocation of Paul Gillespie to the United States. King will continue to serve concurrently as a non-executive director of Smart Parking Limited. Richard Ludbrook retains his dual roles as Joint Company Secretary and Group Chief Financial Officer, while Paul Gillespie continues in his position as Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer. The filing does not specify an effective date for King's appointment as Joint Company Secretary.