VIA optronics AG Announces Notice of Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard of the New York Stock Exchange

On May 17, 2023, VIA optronics AG (the “Company”) received an expected notice from the New York Stock Exchange (the “NYSE”) stating that the Company is not in compliance with the NYSE’s continued listing requirements under the timely filing criteria outlined in Section 802.01E of the NYSE Listed Company Manual due to the delay in filing the Company’s Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 (the “2022 Form 20-F”).

The Company reported in a Form 12b-25 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on May 2, 2023, that it was unable to file its 2022 Form 20-F within the prescribed time period without unreasonable effort or expense and needed to extend the filing deadline for its 2022 Form 20-F by the 15 calendar days allotted under Rule 12b-25.

As of May 16, 2023 (the “Extended Filing Deadline”), the Company required additional time to complete year end procedures and disclosures; therefore, the Company was unable to file its 2022 Form 20-F by the Extended Filing Deadline.

Since the filing under Rule 12(b)-25, the Company identified matters that impact both previously reported 2022 results and amounts reported in prior periods. The Company is currently working with its auditors through the correction of the figures and disclosures resulting from these matters. The Company is still evaluating; however, it is expected that these errors will not materially impact the net (loss)/profit and cash flow reported in the Company’s preliminary unaudited fourth quarter and full year 2022 financials as previously reported on Form 6-K as furnished to the SEC on March 28, 2023. The Company intends to file its 2022 Form 20-F as promptly as possible.

In accordance with the NYSE rules, the Company has contacted the NYSE to discuss the status of the 2022 Form 20-F and issued a press release, which has been included as Exhibit 99.1 to the Form 6-K filed on May 23, 2023. The NYSE informed the Company that under NYSE rules, the Company has six months from the original due date to file its 2022 Form 20-F with the SEC. If the Company fails to file the late report and all other periodic reports with subsequent due dates within six months of the filing due date of the late report, the NYSE may, in its sole discretion, allow the Company’s securities to remain listed for up to an additional six months depending on certain circumstances.

The Company may regain compliance with the NYSE listing standards at any time prior to such date by filing its 2022 Form 20-F with the SEC. The NYSE notice also reserves the right of the NYSE to commence delisting proceedings at any time if circumstances warrant.

The statements the Company makes above regarding the anticipated timing of the filing of the Company’s 2022 Form 20-F are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and subject to risks and uncertainties. The Company has based these statements on the information now known to it. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and expectations reflected in these statements are reasonable, the timing of completion of the audit process and the filing of the 2022 Form 20-F in order to come into compliance with the NYSE’s requirements for continued listing is subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties and could vary materially from the Company’s current expectations. The Company cautions you not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which reflect an analysis only and speak only as of the date hereof. The Company disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

About VIA:

VIA is a leading provider of interactive display solutions for multiple end markets in which superior functionality or durability is a critical differentiating factor. Its customizable technology is well-suited for high-end markets with unique specifications and demanding environments that pose technical and optical challenges for displays, such as bright ambient light, vibration and shock, extreme temperatures, and condensation. VIA’s interactive display systems combine system design, interactive displays, software functionality, cameras, and other hardware components. VIA’s intellectual property portfolio, process know-how, optical bonding, metal mesh touch sensor and camera module technologies provide enhanced display solutions built to meet the specific needs of its customers.

Forward-Looking Statements

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