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Trading Update Q3 2012
Highlights

Umicore’s revenues were up 2% compared to the same period in 2011. The slowdown in the global economy was more pronounced in the third quarter with a number of end markets affected by lower demand. Visibility on customer orders has also decreased. The main effects of the slowdown were felt in Performance Materials and in Energy...
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Electromobility myth #2
A growing electric vehicle fleet will increase the electricity demand on power systems. But the total energy and peak power needed will not pose a problem.
Umicore prepares to construct first-of-its-kind battery materials production plant in Canada
Umicore plans to construct a manufacturing facility for cathode active battery materials (CAM) and their precursor materials (pCAM) in Ontario, Canada.
Fuel cells vs. batteries: what’s the difference?
Complementary technologies First off, it is important to note that fuel cells and batteries are two viable solutions to create electric powertrains and thus address the clean energy challenge. Both technologies will have their place as a hybrid solution. Depending on the application, either can be the best answer. It all depends on the...
Umicore’s new global R&D center strengthens its position as a battery technology leader
Umicore today inaugurated its new global R&D center for cathode materials in Cheonan, Korea. The new center marks another important step.
Spent automotive catalysts
Umicore publishes Integrated Annual Report 2021
Umicore's 2021 Integrated Annual Report offers an integrated view of our economic, financial, environmental, value chain and social performance for 2021.
Naphthenic Acid
Naphthenic Acid is a base material used in many applications, or in processed form such as metal naphthenate. Umicore is your trusted chemical supplier.
TBR-About
Umicore at a glance We are a global materials technology and recycling group. We reduce harmful emissions, power the vehicles and technologies of the future, and give new life to used metals. Our sustainable value creation is based on an ambition to develop, produce and recycle materials in a way that fulfils our mission: materials for a better...
Octoate Replacement
2-Ethylhexanoic acid and its metal salts are subject to various regulatory challenges, Umicore offers safer metal carboxylates based on alternative acids.
Bismuth Neodecanoate - VALIKAT Bi 1010 MC2