New all-aluminum solar carport from France
Gamme Telco has launched an all-aluminum solar carport compatible with nearly all standard PV modules and customizable in size and color. The system offers concealed wiring, integrated rainwater management, and scalable configurations for residential and commercial use.
Trina Solar to invest in Holosolis PV gigafactory in France
Trina Solar and Holosolis signed a strategic cooperation agreement at the recent France–China summit, consolidating the Chinese manufacturer’s role as a key partner in a plan to manufacture 5 GW of solar cells and panels a year.
Eternal Sun offers solar simulators for space PV testing
A new optional light emitting diode (LED) board pre-calibrated for AM0 testing is available for the company’s flagship LED solar simulators.
Beijing group creates official entity to guide China’s polysilicon capacity
Industry analysts say a new Beijing-based coordination platform created by China’s top polysilicon producers signals a turn toward managed capacity, as the sector tries to halt a steep price slide and mounting consolidation pressures.
GCL Technology forms $287 million entity to buy stake in Chinese rival
GCL Technology Holdings has set up a CNY 2.06 billion ($287 million) partnership to acquire a 42.5% stake in Inner Mongolia Xinyuan Silicon Material Technology, in a move that may point to emerging consolidation in China’s polysilicon sector.
DMEGC launches framed solar module weighing 7.5 kg/m2
In response to the growing demand for solutions for low load-bearing roofs, Chinese manufacturer DMEGC is presenting an IEC-certified lightweight 460 W module at France’s largest PV trade show – EnerGaïa.
Renolit showcases reflecting cool roof membrane for bifacial rooftop PV
Renolit France has introduced the Alkor Bright reflective membrane for bifacial rooftop PV systems, offering high solar reflectivity and durability for flat or pitched roofs. The membrane helps keep buildings cooler while boosting the energy output of bifacial solar modules.
France’s S’tile offers custom PV modules for repowering, revamping
S’tile has launched fully customized solar modules for repowering and revamping rooftop PV systems, providing exact-fit replacements or higher-output upgrades tailored to each project.
Indonesia’ Pertamina to build 50 MW flexible PV production line in Indonesia
PT Pertamina Power Indonesia and HyET Solaris Netherlands are planning to construct a 50 MW pilot factory manufacturing the Dutch company’s lightweight and flexible PV products in Indonesia, with ambitions to scale-up to a GW-size manufacturing facility.
Sunwafe secures land for 20 GW silicon wafer plant in Spain
Sunwafe says it has formally applied to reserve land in Asturias, Spain, for a 20 GW silicon wafer and ingot factory backed by Chinese capital, EIT InnoEnergy, and a €200 million ($232.6 million) Spanish government grant.
