REC, the largest European supplier of solar panels, announces Sungate, a distributor of solar products, as its first Platinum Partner in Greece.
Founded in Greece in 2007, Sungate was a Gold-level member of the REC Partner Program in 2012 and used the tools and benefits to increase their sales growth and market development. In addition, they have trained and certified 32 companies and installers as REC Solar Professionals in 2012. Sungate sold 17,000 REC solar panels last year, ranking REC among the top three solar panel suppliers of Sungate. The REC solar panels were used in more than 100 installations – from residential to commercial and large scale solar plants.
In 2013, Sungate is focusing on Greece, Cyprus and the MENA region. “We are delighted that we’ve intensified our partnership with Sungate, underlining our commitment to these markets,” comments Luc Graré, Senior Vice President Solar Sales and Marketing, REC. “We rely on feedback and insights from our partners across markets to build solid long-term, mutually beneficial relationships that boost sales opportunities and profitability.”
Amang Aziz, CEO, Sungate adds: “The Platinum partnership between Sungate and REC points to the strong relationship that we have developed over the last few years, as well as the strong focus both companies have on delivering the best products, excellent customer service and continuous education to the solar marketplace.”
With its Partner Program, REC supports distributors and large installers to achieve their business objectives through intensive training programs and advanced sales and marketing cooperation. As a Platinum partner, Sungate will enjoy comprehensive marketing, sales and technical support through REC’s portfolio of partner services and tools. This will enable Sungate to select top installers to be certified as REC Solar Professionals, and as a result provide them with enhanced access to marketing and sales support, installation training and enhanced warranty options from REC.