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This spring, an average lead value of 2.70 micrograms per deciliter (µg/dl) was measured in the study area. This is a sharp decrease compared to the fall 2023 survey (3.45 µg/dl).
Exceptionally high concentrations of lead in fine particulate matter near Umicore's Hoboken site
On March 1 and 5, 2024, exceptionally high concentrations of lead in particulate matter were measured close to Umicore's Hoboken site.
We are very proud to announce that Umicore has once again been recognized as a Top Employer in Belgium, for the 19th time in a row! This prestigious certification, awarded by the independent Top Employers Institute, reaffirms our commitment to…
The Provincial Institute of Hygiene (PIH) today announced the results of six-monthly blood lead measurements among children living near the Umicore site in Hoboken.
The Umicore Olen site invites residents of Olen and surrounding areas to come to the Open Wharf on Sunday, Oct. 8.
The Provincial Institute of Hygiene (PIH) today announced the results of its six-monthly measurements of lead in blood among children living near the Umicore site in Hoboken. The average blood lead level of the children in the Moretusburg and…
Expression of support
In the morning of Saturday, March 11, 2023, a serious accident occurred while a contractor was working near the Water Treatment Plant at our site in Hoboken, Belgium.
The Provincial Institute for Hygiene (PIH) today announced the results of an additional lead-in-blood test it conducted among 291 toddlers in the wider vicinity of Umicore's Hoboken site.
Top Employer is a quality mark that the independent Top Employers Institute awards annually. This year, Umicore has received the title of Top Employer in Belgium for the 18th consecutive time.
Being a Young Graduate at Umicore is about more than just getting involved at the various departments of our innovative company. It all starts by going that extra mile to attract them – and we do that by attending job fairs and other events…
The Provincial Institute of Hygiene (PIH) today announced the results of its six-monthly measurements of lead in blood among children living near the Umicore site in Hoboken. The average blood lead level of the children in the Moretusburg and…
27 November is Science Day
Want to know how much precious metal there is in your ring or necklace? Or what your precise body temperature is with the help of an infrared thermal camera? Find out at the Umicore stand during Science Day, Flanders’ biggest science festival for…