Microbot Medical (NASDAQ: MBOT) targets EMEA growth with new VP
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Microbot Medical Inc. is expanding its commercial strategy by appointing Alon Tamir as Vice President of Sales for Europe, the Middle East and Asia (EMEA) to lead regional sales and partnerships for its LIBERTY Endovascular Robotic System.
The company will keep prioritizing the U.S. market, where LIBERTY has completed a Limited Market Release and moved into Full Market Release following U.S. Food and Drug Administration clearance in September 2025. Management views EMEA as a major opportunity, noting Europe alone has an estimated 2.3 million peripheral endovascular procedures annually, and the company anticipates obtaining CE mark approval by the end of 2026.
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Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.
On April 30, 2026, Microbot Medical Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing that it is continuing to implement its growth strategy with the appointment of Alon Tamir as Vice President of Sales, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia (“EMEA”). The Company will continue to prioritize its commercial efforts in the U.S. market, while establishing regulatory, operational, and commercial core capabilities required to enter international markets. The Company’s approach for commercial readiness in EMEA will leverage the successful commercial launch of the Company’s LIBERTY® Endovascular Robotic System to expand into key international markets. In this capacity, Mr. Tamir will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive EMEA sales strategy, including go-to-market strategies, distribution and strategic partnerships, new product launches tailored to the market needs, and regulatory requirements across the region.
The press release, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, is incorporated herein by reference. The information in this Item 7.01 and Exhibit 99.1 is being furnished and shall not be deemed to be “filed” for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section. This report will not be deemed an admission as to the materiality of any information in this Item 7.01 or Exhibit 99.1.
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.
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| 99.1 | Press Release | |
| 104 | Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document) |
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
| MICROBOT MEDICAL INC. | ||
| By: | /s/ Harel Gadot | |
| Name: | Harel Gadot | |
| Title: | Chief Executive Officer, President and Chairman | |
Date: April 30, 2026
Exhibit 99.1
Microbot
Medical®
Strong
physician interest at recent
HINGHAM,
Mass., April
Mr. Tamir brings over two decades of experience in
medical technology, with a successful track record of translating strategic vision into measurable impact. The EMEA region represents
a significant growth opportunity. The Company believes Europe alone represents a peripheral endovascular procedure volume comparable
to
The Company received U.S. Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) clearance for its technology in September 2025 and remains on track
“As we
About Microbot Medical
Microbot Medical Inc. (NASDAQ: MBOT) is a commercial stage medical device company focused on transforming endovascular procedures through advanced robotic technology. Microbot’s LIBERTY® Endovascular Robotic System is the first single-use, remotely operated robotic solution designed for precision, efficiency and safety. Backed by a strong intellectual property portfolio and a commitment to innovation, Microbot is driving the future of endovascular care.
Learn more at www.microbotmedical.com and connect on LinkedIn and X.
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Statements to future financial and/or operating results, future adoption of products, future growth in research, technology, clinical development, commercialization and potential opportunities for Microbot Medical Inc. and its subsidiaries, along with other statements about the future expectations, beliefs, goals, plans, or prospects expressed by management, constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and the Federal securities laws. Any statements that are not historical fact (including, but not limited to statements that contain words such as “contemplates,” “continues,” “could,” “forecasts,” “intends,” “may,” “might,” “possible,” “potential,” “predicts,” “projects,” “should,” “would,” “will,” “believes,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “expects,” “estimates” and similar expressions) should also be considered to be forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, market conditions, risks inherent in the commercialization of the LIBERTY® Endovascular Robotic System, and in the development of future versions of or applications for the system, uncertainty in the results of regulatory pathways and regulatory approvals, uncertainty resulting from political, social and geopolitical conditions, particularly any changes in personnel or processes or procedures at the FDA and announcements of tariffs on imports into the U.S., disruptions resulting from new and ongoing hostilities between Israel and the Palestinians, Iran and other neighboring countries, and maintenance of intellectual property rights. Additional information on risks facing Microbot Medical® can be found under the heading “Risk Factors” in Microbot Medical’s periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which are available on the SEC’s web site at www.sec.gov. Microbot Medical® disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements, except as required by law.
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