As published on Manila Standard. MRC Allied Inc. is diversifying into the sand export business this year even as it is set to continue expanding its energy portfolio. The company signed a sale and purchase agreement with Shining Star Ningbo Import & Export Co. LTD. (Shining Star) over sand supply. “Under the agreement, MRC will be delivering Shining Star a natural river sand in bulk... The contract will be effective for five years. The company will have a gross revenue of $76