U.S.-based photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturer SEG Solar officially commenced operations at its new factory in the Batang Integrated Industrial Zone, Central Java, Indonesia, marking the successful progress of Phase I of its 5GW project.
Last Friday, Texas-headquartered SEG Solar announced a major technological breakthrough with the launch of its first N-type solar cell, achieving an average conversion efficiency of 26.4%. This milestone came just seven months after the project’s construction initiation.
The newly operational plant focuses on full vertical integration, covering ingot, wafer, cell, and module production. Phase I of the project plans to establish four production lines with a total capacity of 2GW.
SEG Solar aims to build a fully vertically integrated supply chain encompassing polysilicon rods, wafers, solar cells, and modules. This integration will enable the company to effectively control production costs, ensure product quality, and enhance market responsiveness. The firm also stated it would continue strengthening global partnerships and deepening local collaborations in Indonesia to achieve mutual benefits.
In terms of market expansion, products from the new factory will supply projects in the U.S., Europe, and Indonesia. SEG Solar currently operates manufacturing bases in both the U.S. and Indonesia, with annual module capacity set to exceed 6GW by the end of 2024. Notably, the company opened a 2GW N-type module factory in Texas last summer.
