Chinese module manufacturer JA Solar has entered into an agreement with renewables company BayWa r.e. to distribute solar modules in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. This collaboration between the two industry leaders aims to enhance the development of the distributed photovoltaic (PV) market in the region.
While the agreement does not specify a specific quantity, representatives from JA Solar expressed confidence in the partnership, citing the significant global and regional influence and recognition enjoyed by both companies. By joining forces, they aim to leverage their expertise and resources to address the growing demand for high-quality PV module solutions.
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Junrhey Castro, the managing director of BayWa r.e., emphasized the strategic alignment between the companies, stating, “The distribution partnership of high-quality PV module solutions forms a strategic fit to meet the needs of the growing business and customers in our region. We look forward to the signing of this agreement to further deepen exchange and cooperation between the two companies, creating even greater value in the APAC PV market.”
Steven Chen, assistant president of JA Solar, expressed optimism about the collaboration and its potential impact, saying, “We look forward to future collaborative efforts between both parties to promote the development of the APAC PV market and boost the popularization and application of new PV energy.”
Prior to this partnership, JA Solar had recently unveiled plans to establish a production hub in the Ordos High-Tech Zone. With an annual production capacity of 30GW of ingots, 10GW of silicon wafers, and 10GW of modules, the facility represents a substantial investment of RMB6.02 billion (US$870.1 million).
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This strategic partnership between JA Solar and BayWa r.e. signifies a significant step toward expanding the reach of solar energy in the Asia-Pacific region. By collaborating on the distribution of solar modules, both companies aim to contribute to the growth and adoption of clean and sustainable energy solutions in the APAC PV market.
