Arctech, a Chinese tracker manufacturer has agreed to supply 2.3GW of its Skyline II solar trackers for ACWA Power's Haden project in Saudi Arabia.
Arctech Secures Solar Tracker Deal with China Energy Engineering
Arctech—a leading Chinese provider of solar trackers—has secured a significant 2.3 GW supply contract with China Energy Engineering Group for the PIF4-Haden project owned by ACWA Power in Saudi Arabia. This collaboration aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 and aims to enhance energy efficiency in the challenging desert environment.
Desert Solar Array (Image Collected)
The deal will involve the delivery of Arctech’s SkyLine II 1P single-axis solar trackers, further solidifying the company's presence in the MEA region and raising its total installed capacity there to over 15 GW. This milestone is part of Arctech’s ongoing efforts to expand its international business, having previously reported revenues exceeding CNY 1.9 billion (US$226.7 million) in the first half of 2023.
SkyLine II Boosts Resilience and Efficiency in Solar Projects
The project site—known for its vast desert terrain and frequent high winds—poses challenging conditions. However, the SkyLine II's advanced synchronous multi-point drive mechanism enables it to operate efficiently in these environments.
The SkyLine II mechanism features secure horizontal stowing at a wind speed threshold of 22 m/s, ensuring resilience and enhancing power generation while optimizing the power station's ROI throughout its operational life. Equipped with a synchronous multi-point drive mechanism, these solar trackers can withstand challenging conditions by stowing horizontally at the specified wind speed, which improves durability and maximizes investment returns.
Additionally, the modular design of the SkyLine II allows for flexible scaling within a single system, enhancing land use efficiency and reducing installation costs for solar plants. With a tracking range of ±60°, the single-axis tracker also facilitates easy installation.
Saudi Vision 2030 Project to Cut 147M Tons of CO2 by 2027
This project serves as a demonstration aligned with the "Saudi Vision 2030" initiative and is expected to begin commercial operations by early 2027. Over its 25-year lifespan, it is projected to produce around 156.189 billion kilowatt-hours, cutting nearly 147 million tons of carbon dioxide emissions.
Since launching its local operations in 2017, Arctech has established two offices in Dubai, UAE, and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, along with manufacturing facilities in Jeddah. The company now provides a full range of services tailored for Middle Eastern clients, including technical support, supply chain management, after-sales service, local operations and maintenance and brand marketing strategies.
As part of its Vision 2030 initiative, the national government aims for clean energy to comprise half of its total energy mix by the end of the decade, with solar power expected to play a major role in this new generation capacity. Looking ahead, Arctech plans to bolster its support for Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 by enhancing localization strategies and providing comprehensive white-glove services.