Trina Solar Supplies 7 MW to Ikaros Solar for Large-scale Project in the UK

CHANGZHOU, China, July 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Trina Solar Limited (NYSE:TSL) ("Trina Solar" or "the Company"), a global leader in photovoltaic modules, solutions and services, announced today that it has recently supplied 7 MW of photovoltaic modules to Ikaros Solar, a leading company dedicated to the installation of green solar energy systems, for an agricultural project in the UK.

Large-scale solar systems will be installed at Goose Willow Farm in the town of Abingdon in the UK, with the capacity to generate 7 MW using a total of 24,000 Trina Solar modules with power outputs of 290 Wp and 295 Wp.

"Trina Solar panels offer excellent efficiency, performance, and quality standards, and the company provides a wide range of solutions and services. Ikaros Solar is glad to begin this new collaboration with Trina Solar with this large project in the UK, and we hope this will be the first of many projects," commented Mr. Yves Devis, Group CEO of Ikaros Solar.

Trina Solar's multicrystalline PC14 series modules were chosen because they are especially adapted to large scale projects, as well as for their 15.2 percent efficiency, ability to generate up to 295W, and high performance under low light conditions. Furthermore, this Trina Solar module is able to bear snow loads of up to 5,400 Pa and wind loads of up to 2,400 Pa. All of Trina Solar's panels come with a 10-year workmanship warranty and a 25-year linear power output warranty.

"This first collaboration with Ikaros Solar is very important to us and we are looking forward to the continuation of our fruitful partnership. The proven quality of our products positions us as one of our customers' brands of choice because we are internationally recognized for our track record in product quality and reliability," said Mr. Ben Hill, President of Trina Solar Europe.

Trina Solar is well known for its world-class, state-of-the-art quality testing center and stringent quality control checks, many of which go beyond international criteria and standards.

About Trina Solar Limited

Trina Solar Limited (NYSE:TSL) is a global leader in photovoltaic modules, solutions and services. Founded in 1997 as a PV system integrator, Trina Solar today drives smart energy together with installers, distributors, utilities and developers worldwide. The company's industry-shaping position is based on innovation excellence, superior product quality, vertically integrated capabilities and environmental stewardship. For more information, please visit www.trinasolar.com.

About Ikaros Solar

Ikaros Solar, headquartered in Schoten, is one of Belgium's top companies operating in the photovoltaic market. We provide photovoltaic solutions for companies and individuals. In addition, we are a wholesaler for certified installers. We offer our clients a total service during the selection and installation of solar energy and for maintenance and monitoring afterwards. Ikaros Solar, founded in 2006, has evolved into an international company with offices in Belgium (Schoten and Gembloux), Great Britain (Wales), Portugal (Lisbon), India (Mumbai), Mexico (Mexico City) and Turkey (Istanbul). Ikaros Solar has installed more than 2,000 private photovoltaic systems and supplied installations to companies including IKEA, Carrefour, Philips/Massive, Janssen Pharmaceutica, DP World, Molenbergnatie, Regie der Gebouwen, Renson, Stad Antwerpen, Miko. Furthermore, Ikaros Solar has partnerships with certified installers for the private sector.

SOURCE Trina Solar Limited