Canadian Solar and Samsung open Ontario module fab
The factory, in London, started operations in November and will supply modules for Samsung’s 300 MW Ontario solar pipeline. Samsung says it will create 9,000 renewables jobs in Ontario under the Green Energy Investment Agreement signed with the provincial government.
Solon shifts global HQ from Berlin to UAE
The solar module producerÂ’s evolution to international markets has prompted the company to relocate its headquarters to the emerging Middle East.
Platinum files for insolvency
The German inverter manufacturer opens bankruptcy proceedings, citing poor market conditions.
Modest solar growth forecast for Asia-Pacific region by 2015
Research from GlobalData predicts steady growth for the APAC PV module market of around 7.9% over the coming 12 months.
Chaori Solar debt warning raises prospect of first onshore China default
The Shanghai-based solar cell maker has said it may not meet a $14.6 million interest payment in what would be the first onshore default for China’s PV industry.
ReneSola modules power 11.7 MW Italy PV plant
The solar company’s high-efficiency modules have been chosen for Italy’s Ferrara Aranova PV project.
SolarWorld AG revenues fall 25% in 2013
Module shipments were down as business in Germany suffered, but increases in U.S., Japan and South Africa lift gloom.
Canadian Solar receives C$48 million financing
ManufacturerÂ’s Life Insurance Company provides funding for solar company’s Val Caron PV project in Ontario.
22 MW Philippines solar park spurring local PV market
Construction work at the largest solar park in the Philippines is making good progress, with a nationwide ripple effect expected.
Anticipation building for inaugural AfricaPVSEC show
The exhibition will be the first PVSEC event on African soil, reflecting the industry’s growing presence on the continent.
