Exclusive customer event at the Palmengarten in Frankfurt

On Thursday, September 19, 2024, the Precious Metals Management business unit of circular materials technology group Umicore invited selected business partners to an exclusive event at the Palmengarten Frankfurt. In addition to an inspiring presentation and cultural highlights, the evening offered above all the opportunity for intensive exchange in an extraordinary atmosphere.

Guest lecture by Sakhila Mirza, Deputy CEO of the LBMA

A special highlight of the evening was the presentation by Sakhila Mirza, Deputy CEO of the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA). With her expertise and many years of experience in the field of precious metals, she captivated the audience. Her presentation offered exciting insights into current market developments, geopolitical influences on precious metal trading, and the growing importance of sustainability and transparency in this industry.

Following her presentation, Sakhila Mirza was available for a lively discussion. Guests took the opportunity to exchange views on trends and challenges in the precious metals markets..

Exclusive guided tour of the exhibition "Verspielt? – Roulette mit der Insekten- und Pflanzenwelt"

Another highlight of the evening was the exclusive guided tour of the exhibition “Gambling? – Roulette with the insect and plant world” by curator Dr. Nadja Tomoum. The exhibition in the Palmengarten, supported by Umicore, highlights the fascinating interactions between insects and plants at 38 stations, encouraging visitors to think about environmental protection and the preservation of biodiversity.

Conclusion at Villa Leonhardi

The evening concluded with a dinner together at the idyllically located Villa Leonhardi in the Palmengarten. In a relaxed atmosphere, guests were able to reflect on the impressions of the evening over good conversation and culinary delicacies.

“The event not only offered exclusive insights into the world of precious metals and biodiversity, but also enabled business partners to exchange ideas in an inspiring environment,” said Dr. Bernhard Fuchs, Member of the Board of Umicore AG & Co. KG and SVP Precious Metals Management at Umicore. “We can look back on a successful evening and are delighted that we were able to discuss exciting topics and have stimulating conversations with our partners away from the day-to-day business.”