The shipping these modules is expected to commence later this month.

JA Solar CEO Dr. Peng Fang termed the agreement one of its largest in the UK market and said that the company is looking forward to working with ASG to help the country meets its energy needs.

"Our modules are ideally suited to the rooftop market, and the reputation we share with ASG for providing customers with high-quality, high-efficiency products makes us a perfect match," added Fang.

ASG chairman Stewart Davies noted, "We aim to provide our customers with unrivalled product quality and reliability, which is why it’s so important that we select the right manufacturing partners to work with."