Umicore

Company Overview

Umicore is a market-leading provider of circular materials technology with deep knowledge in metals, chemistry, and material science. The company focuses on Catalysis, Energy and Surface Technologies, and Recycling as its three main industry segments addressing worldwide megatrends. Its experts apply cutting-edge innovation, application know-how, and unwavering ambition to every aspect of their work to produce material-based solutions that promote sustainable living throughout the globe.

Most of Umicore's revenue comes from clean technologies, such as emission control catalysts, rechargeable batteries components, and recycling, which also receive most of the company's R&D resources. Umicore aspires to develop, produce, and recycle materials in a manner that satisfies its mission: materials for a better living. This ambition forms the foundation of Umicore's overarching goal of sustainable value creation.

Financial Highlights (FY 2025)

Company's Business Segments

• Battery Materials Solutions : This segment groups businesses linked to the evolving EV market, as these contain activities with a shared technology base.
• Catalysis : This segment provides automotive catalysts for light-duty gasoline and diesel light applications as well as for heavy-duty diesel applications, including on-road and off-road vehicles.
• Recycling : This segment treats complex waste streams containing precious and other specialty metals.
• Specialty Materials : This segment develops, manufactures and distributes metal-based materials and chemicals for applications that are vital in everyday life.