Umicore SA

Umicore SA is a global advanced materials and recycling group headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, with roots tracing back over 200 years to mining and smelting operations. Specializing in circular materials technology, the company leverages deep expertise in materials science, metallurgy, chemistry, and metals management to develop innovative solutions across three core segments: Catalysis, Energy and Surface Technologies, and Recycling. In Catalysis, Umicore SA produces emission control catalysts for automotive, fuel cell, and stationary applications, supporting cleaner mobility worldwide. The Energy and Surface Technologies division focuses on rechargeable battery materials, cobalt and specialty chemicals, metal deposition, and electro-optic materials, addressing demands in energy storage and electronics. Recycling operations, a key revenue driver, encompass precious metals refining, battery recycling, and industrial metals recovery, promoting resource circularity. With over 11,000 employees and operations across Europe, Asia-Pacific, North America, and beyond, Umicore SA plays a pivotal role in sustainable technologies, powering transitions in mobility, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing while committing to closed-loop practices for environmental health.