MEMC, through its subsidiary Sun Edison, develops solar power projects particularly in North America and Europe. JA Soar through this supply agreement with MEMC hopes to establish a foothold in the in the global PV industry.

Dr Peng Fang, CEO of JA Solar, said: “Our partnership with MEMC greatly enhances JA Solar’s position in the solar value chain, further diversifying our geographic presence and enhancing our order visibility, as well as providing us with access to its large project development pipeline.”

Sean Hunkler, senior vice president of customer advocacy at MEMC, said: “MEMC is pleased to have selected JA Solar as a key supply partner due to the quality, performance and cost profile of their products.

“Our two companies have complementary strengths in their respective segments of the solar value chain, and we look forward to a mutually beneficial long-term partnership with JA Solar.”