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Umicore starts industrialization of manganese-rich battery materials technology for electric vehicles
Umicore is starting the industrialization of its leading manganese-rich HLM (high lithium, manganese) cathode active materials (CAM) technology and targets commercial production and use in electric vehicles (EVs) in 2026. This major milestone introduces a distinctly competitive technology to other design-to-cost battery technologies for EVs and...
Umicore starts industrialization of manganese-rich battery materials technology for electric vehicles
Umicore is starting the industrialization of its leading manganese-rich HLM (high lithium, manganese) cathode active materials (CAM) technology and targets commercial production and use in electric vehicles (EVs) in 2026. This major milestone introduces a distinctly competitive technology to other design-to-cost battery technologies for EVs and...
Positive customer response to the electrocatalytic electrode division
We are pleased to be able to present the good results of the customer satisfaction survey for the area of electrocatalytic electrodes.
International Youth Day
Umicore contributes to transforming education in support of youth and we do this through our various international and local donation initiatives. 
International delegation visits Umicore plant in the Philippines

On 11-12 February, representatives from Umicore and global union IndustriALL visited the Umicore plant in Subic Bay. Umicore and IndustriALL have been cooperating on a regular basis since 2007 within the framework of the International Sustainability Development Agreement.
Growing for clean mobility
Over the current 5-year period Umicore has been driving economic performance by ramping up capacity in a number of selected areas to meet the growing demand in our products and services. 
Gasoline particulate filters
Our dedicated AC R&D team identified the properties of our state-of-the-art Gasoline Particulate Filters (GPFs) , which reduce vehicle particulate emissions.
Electromobility myth #4
Significant improvements are expected for: Limited drive range, lack of charging infrastructure and long charging times dampen enthusiasm for electric vehicle.
Powering up space stations with germanium-based solar cells
Increasing power needs call for highly energy-efficient space stations, such as the ISS and the Gateway. The key to success: germanium-based solar cells.
Powering up space stations with germanium-based solar cells
Six next-gen roll-out solar arrays (ROSAs). That’s what’s needed to help ensure the International Space Station (ISS) can support continued operations through 2030. The secret ingredient? Multi-junction solar cells based on Umicore’s germanium substrates. These enable more efficient energy conversion, protect better against space...
Full year results 2012

Highlights

Umicore posted a solid full year performance against a backdrop of slowing demand. Revenues grew by 5% year-on-year, primarily due to increased sales volumes in the Catalysis and Recycling business groups. Recurring EBITDA was 5% lower. The economic slowdown negatively impacted product mix and margins,...
Review - Laser World of Photonics 2023
UMICORE Thin Film Product’s successful attendance at the Laser World of Photonics in Munich has again solidified its position as a trusted partner within the industry.