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2016年6月30日
New amortization calculator for anodes
Umicore experts have developed a calculation tool that compares the efficiency of different anode types by entering up to 30 different parameters. The tool checks, for example, how quickly platinized titanium anodes pay off in hard chrome plating compared to traditional lead anodes. It illustrates vividly the amortization calculation and...
2016年6月24日
Umicore receives work-life balance certification in Germany

Umicore has been awarded the Berufundfamilie certification for the fourth year in a row for its operations in Hanau and Rheinfelden in Germany.
2016年6月23日
Umicore disputes the decision of the French Competition Authority and will appeal

Umicore has taken note of the decision of the French Competition Authority regarding the company’s sales of zinc cladding materials and rainwater systems and of the fine imposed, which amounts to EUR 69,243,000. Umicore will appeal this decision in court.

The French Competition Authority claims that Umicore Building Products France...
2016年6月22日
Umicore opens catalyst facility in Poland

Supporting Europe’s aim “Cleaner air for all”
2016年6月9日
Five new product sheets for electroforming with wax and metal mandrels
Umicore Electroplating strengthens its market activities in electroforming. For this purpose, the company has launched five new product sheets. These inform on two pages as a PDF on the advantages and application possibilities, as well as technical characteristics and processing options. The new short descriptions provide details on ARGUNA® 621...
2016年6月6日
Transparency notification by Franklin Templeton: Disposal of voting securities

In accordance with article 14, § 1 of the law of 2 May 2007 on disclosure of major holdings, Franklin Templeton Institutional LLC has notified the FSMA and Umicore on 3 June 2016 that on 1 June 2016 it has crossed the statutory threshold of 3%, holding 2.97% of Umicore's shares and voting rights.

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2016年6月2日
Umicore calls upon the EU to seize the circular economy momentum

Umicore and seven other multinational companies, the CE8, have joined forces to promote development of a circular economy for Europe.
2016年6月1日
Umicore to sell Zinc Chemicals activities to OpenGate Capital

Umicore has reached an agreement to sell its Zinc Chemicals business unit to OpenGate Capital, a US-based private equity firm with a focus on developing a broad portfolio of high-quality industrial activities. The transaction places an enterprise value of € 142.4 million on the business and is expected to be closed during the...
2016年5月12日
Umicore welcomes ITC review

The United States International Trade Commission (ITC) has decided to review elements of the preliminary ruling made by an administrative law judge on February 29, 2016, regarding Umicore’s alleged infringement of patents licensed by the German chemical company BASF.  Umicore is pleased that the ITC will review key aspects including...
2016年5月3日
Transparency notifications by Franklin Templeton and Umicore

On 28 April 2016, Franklin Templeton Institutional LLC, has notified the FSMA and Umicore that on 27 April 2016 it has crossed the statutory threshold of 3%, holding 3.03% of Umicore's shares and voting rights.

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2016年5月2日
O & S highlight: Protection of functional surfaces - Umicore Sealing 691 optimal for reel-to-reel plating
A new tarnish and corrosion protection especially for functional layers is one of the highlight products of Umicore at this year's O & S in Stuttgart. From May 31 to Jun 2 (Tuesday to Thursday) the technology leader in electroplating presents at booth B28 / 42 in Hall 9, among others, Umicore Sealing 691. The product preserves surfaces, for...
2016年4月27日
Umicore to triple capacity for rechargeable battery cathode materials by 2018

Umicore announced today an acceleration of its capacity expansion investments for NMC (nickel manganese cobalt) cathode materials. The acceleration is required to meet a surge in demand for materials used in hybrid and electric vehicles.

The expansion program entails investments of some € 160 million over a period of three years at the...