Umicore SA/NV

Activities related to the development and implementation of a battery material production project in Canada, including engagement with the federal government regarding related programs, financial assistance, and project matters. Steps taken to obtain funding to support tariff impacted business operations Steps taken to respond to government consultations related to the implementation of tariffs Steps taken to secure financial assistance (grants, investment tax credits, or other) from the federal government, among other things through the Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) program. The financing will be used to build a battery materials production plant including the purchase of equipment for its production activities.