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It all started back in October of 2021 when we invited KLIQ – advocates of LGBTQIA+ – to give a webinar called 'Diversity in orientations and gender identities'. The purpose: correct assumptions, bring the LGBTQIA+ community closer and to make a…

At Umicore, we believe fuel cell electric vehicles are part of the way forward for cleaner mobility. That is why we have been working hard on developing Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cell catalysts, doing our part to lead the charge. Now, we…

The Provincial Institute of Hygiene (PIH) announced today the results of the six-monthly measurements of lead in blood of children living near the Umicore site in Hoboken*. The average test result of 3.03 micrograms per deciliter of blood (µg/dl)…

At Umicore, we believe fuel cell electric vehicles are part of the way forward for cleaner mobility. That is why we have been working hard on developing Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cell catalysts, doing our part to lead the charge. Now, we…

Getting to know colleagues, their culture and background isn’t always easy, especially in the production department. Through our “buddy” program in Hoboken, two colleagues from different backgrounds, generations and cultures are paired together to…

Industrial hygiene is the discipline of anticipating, recognizing, evaluating and controlling health hazards in the work environment. This hazards are measured and assessed to meet the industry standards. In order for the industry to have reliable…

At Umicore, we believe fuel cell electric vehicles are part of the way forward for cleaner mobility. That is why we have been working hard on developing Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cell catalysts, doing our part to lead the charge. Now, we…

Becoming aware of our unconscious bias is an important step in becoming a more inclusive organization. We need to be diverse and inclusive to tackle our business challenges. We achieve this by having engaged employees who feel welcome and respected…

We care for our people. Wellbeing is high on the agenda and a key priority in our Let’s go for Zero strategy. Why is it a key priority and how do you take care of your own wellbeing and that of your colleagues’ in these challenging times?

At Umicore, we believe fuel cell electric vehicles are part of the way forward for cleaner mobility. That is why we have been working hard on developing Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cell catalysts, doing our part to lead the charge. Now, we…

Interior Minister Annelies Verlinden wants to ensure that soils contaminated by radioactive substances can be remediated. The Council of Ministers approved a preliminary draft law at her request. This will allow the Federal Agency for Nuclear…

Umicore today inaugurated its new global R&D center for cathode materials in Cheonan, Korea. The new center marks another important step as Umicore’s rechargeable battery materials activity prepares for further growth and is strengthening its…