TrinaTracker, a global leader in smart solar tracking solutions and a subsidiary of Trinasolar Co. Ltd, has announced the opening of a new manufacturing facility [1] in Saudi Arabia. The factory, named Trina Tracker for Renewable Energy, is set to begin operations in the first quarter of 2025 and will have an annual production capacity of 3GW.
Located in Jeddah, the facility is part of a land-lease agreement with the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON). This new plant will focus on producing TrinaTracker’s Vanguard series of solar trackers and smart control systems, which are designed to optimize energy generation in challenging weather conditions such as sand, strong winds, and high temperatures.
Vincent Wu, Global Sales Vice President and MEA MU Head at Trinasolar, emphasized the strategic importance of this new facility. “The establishment of our new TrinaTracker factory in Saudi Arabia is a key step in advancing our localization efforts and reinforcing our commitment to sustainable energy solutions,” said Wu. “By enhancing our local presence, we are improving service capabilities, increasing delivery efficiency, and ensuring that customers in the region have access to innovative, high-quality solar tracking solutions.”
The factory aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to diversify the country’s energy mix, create local jobs, and drive growth in the renewable energy sector. The establishment of the factory is expected to contribute significantly to the Kingdom’s efforts to achieve long-term energy sustainability and strengthen both the Kingdom’s and the broader region’s energy resilience.
As part of its commitment to sustainability, the factory will operate with zero pollutant emissions during the production process, further supporting the region’s clean energy transition. TrinaTracker’s smart solar tracking solutions are specifically designed to enhance energy yield by 8% annually, significantly boosting the internal rate of return (IRR) for solar project owners.
This new facility marks TrinaTracker’s fourth manufacturing plant, joining its existing operations in China, Spain, and Brazil. The establishment of the factory is part of Trinasolar’s broader strategy to support the Middle East’s transition to renewable energy. One notable project contributing to this vision is the Abydos Battery Energy Storage Project in Aswan, Egypt, in partnership with AMEA Power.
With this new factory, TrinaTracker is poised to play a crucial role in advancing renewable energy goals in the region, ensuring a sustainable and resilient energy future for Saudi Arabia and beyond.
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[1] TrinaTracker opens 3GW factory in Saudi Arabia, strengthening regional renewable energy goals https://www.zawya.com/en/press-release/companies-news/trinatracker-opens-3gw-factory-in-saudi-arabia-strengthening-regional-renewable-energy-goals-dlxq5l8t