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(Sharecast News) - Directa Plus on Friday began a trial of re-surfacing of a section of a UK road with asphalt infused with one of its graphene products.
The graphene-based products producer said the trial in Curbridge, Oxfordshire will involve the refurbishment of a 750m long section of road using asphalt concrete coupled with a graphene-enhanced super modifier.

The trial, which follows similar successful tests in Italy, is being conducted by the AIM -traded company and its partner Iterchimica, along with co-operation from Oxfordshire County Council and prime contractor Skanska AB.

After the surface has been laid, factors such as service life, resistance to the passage of vehicles, resistance to deformation and permanent plastic deformation will be monitored.

Founder and chief executive Giulio Cesareo said: "This trial is an important step for Directa Plus and Iterchemica, in partnership, in proving the business and use case for the next generation of graphene enhanced road surfaces. This technology will allow governments to supply better quality roads for drivers and other road users, at better value for money, and in a more environmentally sustainable way."

Directa Plus shares were up by 2.04% at 75.00p at 1013 GMT.