Benedikt BLITZ graduated from the University of Applied Sciences, Innsbruck, Austria and holds a degree in Process Technology and Environmental Technology.

Benedikt started to be active in the metal industry in 1998 followed by a number of internships in different companies. In 2007, he joined SMR as a Market Analyst and became Senior Market Analyst in 2012. He is focused on the special steel industry, like forgings, remelted steels and raw materials, as well as specialized on process technology for global players.

In April 2015, Benedikt BLITZ established a new company named SMR Premium GmbH, to grow and focus on market research for the world of High Value Metals including Powder Metallurgy. Benedikt is Partner and Managing Director of SMR Premium.