ITmedia’s MONOist reports that PathAhead is proposing its new material “Rising Sand,” made from desert sand, as an artificial aggregate and presenting a vision of the future of road construction.
In a feature article, ITmedia explained how people associated with PathAhead introduced “Rising Sand,” a new material made from desert sand, and described efforts to produce artificial aggregate from the sand.
The material is distinguished by its use of desert sand and is intended to create new possibilities in areas including road construction and repair. The initiative was presented as part of ITmedia Virtual EXPO 2026, and its potential applications and practicality are drawing attention.