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Recently, Junda Co. reported a projected net loss of 591 million yuan for 2024. The company leads in market share in key overseas markets such as India, Turkey, and Europe. Additionally, the company has successfully implemented multiple demonstration projects across various regions including Shandong, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Anhui, Fujian, and Guangdong. Among these projects are the largest floating photovoltaic project in Europe and the largest single floating photovoltaic project globally.
On March 17, discussions regarding the distribution of the 100 billion euro clean industrial aid were initiated, with the European Photovoltaic Association welcoming the clean industrial agreement. The association urges the EU to expedite financing support to foster the growth of local photovoltaic manufacturing.
On March 14, Aikou officially announced the global delivery of its third-generation “Black Hole” series modules at the largest solar trade show in Northwest Europe, the 2025 Netherlands Solar PV Exhibition. This event highlights the company’s commitment to innovation in the solar module sector.
Chinese companies are accelerating their international expansion, leading to shifts in the global mounting structure market. As orders from European clients confirmed late at night, the Xingcheng Overseas Team responded with a robust digital system integration, triggering a full chain response for order processing.
By 2024, Jiangsu Guoqiang Xingcheng had secured numerous large orders across various regions including Africa (Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ghana), South America (Cuba, Guyana), Southeast Asia (Philippines, Laos), the Middle East (Iraq), and Europe, accumulating a total scale exceeding 6 GW. The company is recognized for its high-quality products and services.
In March, the 2025 Netherlands International Solar Exhibition showcased various innovative photovoltaic products. Huasun introduced its elegant G12R-96 black modules, which resonated well with European users’ demands for performance and architectural aesthetics.
In terms of sponsorship, sports events represent only 9.33% of total sponsorship, but there is significant potential for high returns in specific markets like Latin America and Europe.
Looking back at 2024, the highest growth areas for overseas business were Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Russia, while Africa, Europe, and Latin America showed moderate growth.
Due to tariff concerns, Pakistan has seen increased imports, causing prices to rise slightly to $0.09 per watt. Similarly, Europe has experienced a slight price increase to between $0.085 and $0.095 per watt due to insufficient supply.
At the Key Energy Exhibition, Zhonglai showcased balcony photovoltaic solutions, effectively demonstrating the versatility of its Niwa modules in the residential market and attracting significant customer interest.
Recently, LONGi Green Energy signed a framework cooperation agreement with European independent power producer BNZ Energy, further advancing their collaboration in clean energy project development in Europe.
However, the EU’s sluggish demand has impacted China’s inverter export business significantly. Domestic downstream companies primarily import polysilicon to meet European requirements for origin tracing and carbon footprint certification.
Moreover, Trina Solar has successfully delivered an integrated smart energy storage solution to the UK, featuring components that significantly lower the cost per kilowatt-hour while meeting high standards for flexibility and reliability.
At the KEY ENERGY 2025 event, Antai New Energy showcased its commitment to the European market by establishing a research center in Spain and a subsidiary in the Netherlands, along with a global delivery center and production base.
Chint New Energy introduced its Astro N7S series tailored for the European market, achieving a 5%-6% increase in energy production on the same rooftop area.
In Austria, the new government plans to increase tax burdens on photovoltaic systems, with an anticipated installation of 2.5 GW in 2024, reflecting a decrease of 14% year-on-year.
Yingli Green Energy participated in the International Renewable Energy Exhibition in Italy, aiming to support the European green transition by providing efficient and reliable clean energy solutions.
As the second-largest energy exhibition in Europe, this event attracted over 1,500 exhibitors and more than 120,000 visitors, focusing on cutting-edge fields such as photovoltaics and energy storage.
Kstar has been expanding its presence in Europe, establishing localized marketing teams in various countries including the Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Spain, Italy, and Hungary, to better serve customers and address energy transition challenges.
Lastly, the European Photovoltaic Association has announced the launch of the International Solar Manufacturing Initiative (ISMI) aimed at promoting European products and technologies in overseas markets.
The EU plans to mobilize up to 300 billion euros between 2021 and 2027 to support sustainable and high-quality projects, enhancing the global competitiveness of European enterprises.
As one of the regions with the highest demand for photovoltaic power generation, Europe plays a crucial role in the global strategy of Yida New Energy, especially in Italy, which has seen significant growth in its photovoltaic industry.
As the G12R silicon wafer prices stabilize, the demand from regions like Europe, the Middle East, Pakistan, and South Africa continues to show steady growth, with expectations for support through May and June.
Lastly, LONGi Solar aims to meet the diverse needs of the European market with high-quality modules and comprehensive service systems, contributing to the global sustainable energy development.
