<p>Salzgitter AG and Umicore’s Business Unit MDS have established a process to recover the rare precious metal iridium from anodes used in electrolytic strip galvanizing. The collaboration enables the return of iridium, a strategic raw material, to the material cycle. The process was developed through a joint project involving Umicore Galvanotechnik GmbH, Salzgitter Flachstahl GmbH, and Salzgitter Mannesmann Forschung GmbH. The initiative is aimed at promoting resource conservation and supporting a broader circular economy by facilitating the economic recycling of iridium, which is considered difficult to recover and has limited providers in the market. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Salzgitter AG published the original content used to generate this news brief on December 03, 2025, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2025 - Public Technologies (PUBT) Original Document: here</p>

<p>Salzgitter AG and Umicore have developed a process to recycle iridium from electrolytic strip galvanizing anodes, promoting resource conservation and a circular economy. This collaboration involves Umicore Galvanotechnik GmbH, Salzgitter Flachstahl GmbH, and Salzgitter Mannesmann Forschung GmbH, addressing the challenge of recovering this rare metal.</p>

Salzgitter AG and Umicore Launch Iridium Recycling Process for Electroplating Anodes