JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (“JinkoSolar” or the “Company") (NYSE: JKS), a fast-growing, vertically integrated solar power product manufacturer based in China, deepened its commitment to the North American market today with the opening of its newest office in Ontario, Canada. The Company also announced cooperation with local manufacturer,Heliene Inc. to produce Jinko modules in Ontario, satisfying Canada’s local content manufacturing requirement and ensuring a shorter time-to-market for its products. The newly opened bureau will serve as a convenient, centralized sales and delivery hub for JinkoSolar customers in the region.
“Being able to expand our services in a region as competitive as Canada is a definite advantage for us. We take pride in providing stellar customer service, so having a physical presence in the markets we serve is a critical asset for us and our customers,” said David Li, JinkoSolar’s Chairman. “CanSIA predicts a steady growth in the Canadian solar PV market, increasing from less than 500 MW per year between 2011 and 2015 to up to 1,000 MW per year from 2016 to 2020. It is a strategic time for us to deepen our commitment to Canada’s flourishing market.”
The new JinkoSolar facility is located in a high profile business zone easily accessible for most of its customers and local partners, including its local Ontario OEM partner, Heliene.