Locations

Our global headquarters in Brussels serves as the strategic hub of Umicore’s worldwide operations. From here, teams in sales, finance, people & organization, and more provide the backbone that supports our global impact – working together to deliver materials for a better life.

Olen is a center of excellence for research and development, clean technologies, and the production of advanced cobalt- and germanium-based materials. These materials are essential for applications such as rechargeable batteries and solar panels that power space applications. The site combines specialized manufacturing with cutting-edge innovation and is home to several pilot lines for next-generation solutions.

Chengdu is a sub-branch of Umicore Market Solutions in Shanghai.

Umicore maintains a major presence in Guangzhou, where it operates its battery materials business, hosts shared operational services, and conducts sales activities.

Umicore Battery Materials China was established in 2006 as a joint venture of Umicore specializing in NMC precursor and cathode materials which are widely applied in electric vehicles, portable electronics, power tools, and stationary energy storage.

Umicore Shanghai includes 3 offices: RHQ, UMS & Battery Materials. Umicore's Greater China headquarters (RHQ) serves as a platform for the Group to implement mergers and acquisitions in Greater China as well as providing professional strategic guidance. Umicore Market Solutions China (UMS) provides the Group with services in market development, recovery of rare precious metals, sales of products and sourcing of raw materials, as well as localized support in various areas such as international business, capital operations, metal and foreign currency hedging and logistics services. Battery Cathode Materials in Shanghai is mainly engaged in battery materials and other related trading business.

Umicore's Hong Kong presence encompasses dedicated marketing services support for the region. It also operates a significant entity focused on the trading of battery materials and related commodities.

Kobe is one of the main R&D centers for automotive catalysts within the Umicore Group. Thanks to its extensive experience, wealth of knowledge and exceptional development capabilities, Kobe continues to produce cutting-edge technologies. These technologies remove harmful substances from automotive exhaust gases worldwide and improve fuel efficiency, thereby helping to protect the global environment.

Cheonan is home to Umicore Battery Materials Korea, a pioneer in Korea’s battery industry. The company has played a leading role in both R&D and manufacturing since its establishment in 1999, helping lay the foundation for the domestic cathode materials sector and earning a strong reputation for the high quality of its products.

Seoul serves as the hub of Umicore’s multi-business unit commercial operations in Korea, offering a broad portfolio through a unified platform while maintaining close collaboration with each business unit. It plays a vital role in strengthening customer relationships and delivering valuable market insights.

Located in the southwest region of Poland, Umicore’s Nysa site is a pioneering facility in the transition to clean mobility. As carbon-neutral cathode materials plant, Umicore Nysa plays a strategic role in supporting the electrification of transport. The factory combines cutting-edge technology with sustainable operations, powered by renewable energy. With its central location near major automotive hubs, Nysa ensures efficient distribution and close collaboration with European carmakers. The site is designed for long-term growth, operational excellence, and international knowledge exchange—making it a cornerstone of Umicore’s global battery materials strategy.

Umicore Taiwan was established in 1998 to carry out market development, product sales and raw material procurement for Umicore Group in Taiwan. The products it handles include optoelectronic materials, precious metal catalysts, zinc chemicals, cobalt and specialty metals, electroplating raw materials, inorganic chemicals, precious metal compounds, catalysts and spent catalysts for recycling, as well as waste batteries, electronic scrap and lithium battery materials.

Autocat USA develops catalytic coatings—comprising precious metals and chemicals—that serve as the active component in catalytic converters, enabling their function. The Auburn Hills facility is the North America headquarters of customer management, and the technical center for Automotive Catalysts. Umicore collaborates closely with vehicle manufacturers to create optimized, cost-effective catalyst systems.