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The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) today issued notice of its decision relating to the patent infringement complaint brought against Umicore by BASF and University of Chicago Argonne National Laboratory. Umicore strongly disputes the…

Umicore, the global materials technology and recycling group, today unveiled annual third-party verification for its Sustainable Procurement Framework for cobalt. Umicore was the first company in the world to have introduced such a framework for…

The materials and recycling company Umicore is donating 24,000 euros to three non-profit organizations in Hanau: Albert Schweitzer Children’s Village, Sterntaler, and Friends and Supporters of Lamboy-Tümpelgarten.

During a festive event, 18 employees of the materials technology and recycling group Umicore celebrated their service anniversaries together with their families. Fourteen of them have been with the company for 25 years, and four have been there for…

For the fourth consecutive year, the Precious Metals Chemistry division of the materials technology and recycling group Umicore is supporting the Parents’ Initiative for Children with Leukemia and Cancer at the University Hospital of Würzburg. “We…

Just in time for the International Precious Metals and Commodities Fair in Munich, the materials technology and recycling group Umicore is launching a particularly high-quality product—gold bars with a certificate of authenticity. With these…

Trading Update Q3 2016
Revenues were up 7% compared to the third quarter last year, reflecting solid growth across the business groups.

Umicore today announced plans to consolidate its German production of automotive catalysts at one dedicated facility. The Company currently operates two automotive catalyst production facilities in Germany – one in Rheinfelden (Baden-Württemburg)…

Half Year Results 2016
Revenues were up 1% and recurring EBIT increased by 3% year on year. Strong growth in Automotive Catalysts and Rechargeable Battery Materials more than offset the impact of lower metal prices on the various recycling activities.

Under the slogan “Yesterday was this morning,” the materials technology and recycling group Umicore opened its doors last Saturday to all employees and their families. 1,500 visitors, joined by their colleagues and family members, enjoyed a journey…

Q1 Trading Update
Revenues increased by 1% in the first quarter of 2016 with strong growth in Automotive Catalysts and Rechargeable Battery Materials more than offsetting the impact of lower metal prices on the various recycling activities.

"As a mother of two young children, it’s important to me to balance professional success with enough time and leisure for my family. My daily work routine proves that it’s possible to achieve a healthy balance between family and career. The key is…