Despite vast desert landscapes, Saudi Arabia imports construction-grade sand due to its smooth, wind-shaped grains being unsuitable for concrete. The kingdom requires angular, rough sand for its ambitious Vision 2030 projects, highlighting a global shortage and the need for sustainable alternatives like recycled materials.

Sin embargo, la demanda mundial de arena supera el suministro, advirtiendo sobre su impacto ambiental. Se estima que el uso de este recurso en la construcción crecerá un 45 %…

Despite vast desert landscapes, Saudi Arabia imports construction-grade sand due to its smooth, wind-shaped grains being unsuitable for concrete. The kingdom requires angular,…