GT Solar International, Inc. (NASDAQ: SOLR), a global provider of
specialized production equipment, process technology and turnkey
manufacturing services for the solar power industry, today formally
opened its new Asia Headquarters in Shanghai, China.
GT Solar’s new facility makes it easier for Asian companies to conduct
business with GT Solar by reducing the time it takes to obtain products,
spare parts and service. The new facility will also be used to provide
product demonstrations and training to customers in the region. The
facility represents a significant expansion of GT Solar’s presence in
Asia, which was first established in 2006.
“This is an exciting day for GT Solar,” said Tom Zarrella, GT Solar’s
president and chief executive officer. “Our company has experienced
tremendous growth in Asia over the past several years, developing a
leading market position in polysilicon reactors, specialized furnaces,
and engineering and integration services for the photovoltaic industry.”
“The opening of our Asia Headquarters underscores our commitment to the
region and to further strengthening our relationship with our large
customer base in Asia,” said Jeff Ford, general manager of GT Solar’s
Asia region. “Our expanded presence will enhance the quality, timeliness
and responsiveness of our services and products in Asia, and enable us
to help our customers further lower the cost of producing solar energy.”
GT Solar’s four-story Asia Headquarters is strategically located in the
Gaodong Industrial Park between the Waigaoqiao Terminal Port and
Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone. The facility comprises more than 50,000
square feet including a state-of-the-art customer demonstration and
training center, an area dedicated to light manufacturing and assembly,
spares warehousing, and office space.
About GT Solar International, Inc.
GT Solar International, Inc., based in Merrimack, NH, USA is a leading
global provider of specialized production equipment, process technology
and turnkey manufacturing services for the solar power industry. The
company’s products and services allow its customers to optimize their
manufacturing environments and lower their cost of ownership
accelerating the drive towards grid parity. For additional information
about GT Solar, please visit www.gtsolar.com.
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