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April 8, 2025
UK Launches World’s First Graphene-Enhanced Road to Combat Potholes and Cut Emissions
UK Launches World’s First Graphene-Enhanced Road to Combat Potholes and Cut Emissions
A groundbreaking infrastructure project in the UK is setting a new global standard for road durability and sustainability. For the first time ever, a public road in Teesside, North East England, has been surfaced with a graphene-enhanced asphalt, promising longer life, fewer potholes, and smoother drives.
Developed by Redcar-based Universal Matter GBR Ltd in collaboration with Tarmac and Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council, this innovative material integrates graphene—a single layer of carbon atoms known for its strength and conductivity—into standard asphalt using the Genable Pavement additive.
More than 150 tonnes of modified asphalt were produced at Tarmac’s Coxhoe plant in Durham, then laid at Flatts Lane Country Park, marking the world’s first public application of graphene-enhanced asphalt. The material, previously tested in controlled environments across the U.S. and Canada, is now being evaluated in real-world conditions.
Graphene dramatically improves the mechanical properties of asphalt, reducing cracking and wear while extending the road’s lifespan. This advancement could significantly cut down on the UK's pothole repair costs, which reached £579 million in vehicle damage and £143.5 million in total annual economic burden in 2024.
By minimizing the need for frequent repairs, the graphene road also offers environmental benefits through lower maintenance emissions. As Brian Kent, Tarmac’s Technical Director, noted, this project represents a key step toward more durable and sustainable road networks. Learn more about this topic here.
Developed by Redcar-based Universal Matter GBR Ltd in collaboration with Tarmac and Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council, this innovative material integrates graphene—a single layer of carbon atoms known for its strength and conductivity—into standard asphalt using the Genable Pavement additive.
More than 150 tonnes of modified asphalt were produced at Tarmac’s Coxhoe plant in Durham, then laid at Flatts Lane Country Park, marking the world’s first public application of graphene-enhanced asphalt. The material, previously tested in controlled environments across the U.S. and Canada, is now being evaluated in real-world conditions.
Graphene dramatically improves the mechanical properties of asphalt, reducing cracking and wear while extending the road’s lifespan. This advancement could significantly cut down on the UK's pothole repair costs, which reached £579 million in vehicle damage and £143.5 million in total annual economic burden in 2024.
By minimizing the need for frequent repairs, the graphene road also offers environmental benefits through lower maintenance emissions. As Brian Kent, Tarmac’s Technical Director, noted, this project represents a key step toward more durable and sustainable road networks. Learn more about this topic here.
April 25, 2025
Veeco Receives Prestigious 2025 Intel EPIC Supplier Award
Veeco Receives Prestigious 2025 Intel EPIC Supplier Award
Veeco Instruments Inc. a leading provider of semiconductor process equipment, has been honored with the 2025 Intel EPIC Supplier Award—Intel’s highest supplier recognition. Veeco is one of only 37 companies worldwide to receive this award, distinguishing it among thousands of global suppliers for its exceptional performance, innovation, and commitment to excellence.
The Intel EPIC Supplier Award celebrates suppliers that demonstrate exemplary dedication to Excellence, Partnership, Inclusion, and Continuous Improvement. To qualify, suppliers must meet rigorous criteria and achieve strategic objectives aligned with Intel’s business priorities.
“Congratulations to Veeco on receiving the Intel EPIC Supplier Award,” said Frank Sanders, corporate vice president and general manager of Global Supply Chain Operations at Intel. “Their unwavering commitment to quality and innovation makes them vital to our success.”
Dave Bloss, corporate vice president and general manager of Global Sourcing for Equipment & Materials at Intel, added, “Veeco's performance sets a global benchmark. Their customer orientation and consistent results place them among the best in the industry.”
Veeco’s advanced technologies—including laser annealing, ion beam, single wafer etch & clean, lithography, MOCVD, and CVD—play a crucial role in enabling high-performance semiconductor fabrication and packaging. By optimizing performance, yield, and cost of ownership, Veeco continues to deliver cutting-edge solutions for the semiconductor industry.
This award reflects Veeco’s position as a key innovation partner in Intel’s supply chain and reinforces its commitment to driving results and setting industry standards. Learn more here.
The Intel EPIC Supplier Award celebrates suppliers that demonstrate exemplary dedication to Excellence, Partnership, Inclusion, and Continuous Improvement. To qualify, suppliers must meet rigorous criteria and achieve strategic objectives aligned with Intel’s business priorities.
“Congratulations to Veeco on receiving the Intel EPIC Supplier Award,” said Frank Sanders, corporate vice president and general manager of Global Supply Chain Operations at Intel. “Their unwavering commitment to quality and innovation makes them vital to our success.”
Dave Bloss, corporate vice president and general manager of Global Sourcing for Equipment & Materials at Intel, added, “Veeco's performance sets a global benchmark. Their customer orientation and consistent results place them among the best in the industry.”
Veeco’s advanced technologies—including laser annealing, ion beam, single wafer etch & clean, lithography, MOCVD, and CVD—play a crucial role in enabling high-performance semiconductor fabrication and packaging. By optimizing performance, yield, and cost of ownership, Veeco continues to deliver cutting-edge solutions for the semiconductor industry.
This award reflects Veeco’s position as a key innovation partner in Intel’s supply chain and reinforces its commitment to driving results and setting industry standards. Learn more here.
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