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Krannich Solar has partnered with Bosch and Samsung to form their first distribution partnerships in the UK. Both brands have gained MCS accreditation, and have not partnered with anyone else for distribution within the UK solar market.

The Solar Building, the trade brand for The Solar Building Company, has secured exclusive distribution agreements with Samil Power and CETC48. The company will now provide Samil Power’s range of grid tied inverters and accessories alongside CETC48’s monocrystalline and polycrystalline PV modules for customers in the UK.

Specialist glass manufacturer Romag, which has recently been acquired by the Gentoo Group, has appointed 20 new staff members in order to meet demand for its increasing product portfolio, which includes solar photovoltaics.

The Wagner Academy solar training school is holding a one-day training event featuring photovoltaic module and inverter product training from Sanyo and SMA. Taking place on Tuesday July 19 at The Building Centre in Central London, the session will also feature a presentation from CREST (Centre for Renewable Energy Systems Technology), where the Head of Applied Photovoltaics Research Group Professor Ralph Gottschalg will speak on the importance of type testing for ensuring quality in performance.

Solar Power PV, based in Lancashire, has recently completed a 50kWp installation for Hackings Caravan Park in Billington. Pendle Hill provides a picturesque backdrop for the installation, which comprises 250 200W CNPV Monocrystalline panels and three SolarMax MT13 inverters.

ET Solar has completed a 33kW commercial rooftop installation in Bow Common Lane, London. Designed and developed by Dabbrook Service Limited, the project features ET 280 watt multi-crystalline modules.

First Solar has become the latest solar module manufacturer to receive the UK Government's Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) accreditation. The certification, which is a prerequisite in order to sell PV systems in the UK under the feed-in tariff (FiT), has been awarded to the company’s thin-film Series 3 modules.

The UK has underestimated the potential of solar power and needs to re-evaluate its role in the country’s energy generation portfolio, according to Greg Barker. These comments were made in response to a report from the STA, which claims that inadequate support from the Government is clipping the wings of its fledgling solar industry.

Taiwan-based module manufacturer Ritek Solar has today announced that its polycrystalline solar panels are now certified for use in the UK. Having received Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) accreditation, the photovoltaic specialist is able to expand into the country’s escalating market.

After months of uncertainty surrounding the UK’s solar market, the Solar Trade Association has today launched an in-depth report that claims Government could do more to support the burgeoning industry. According to the STA’s findings, the real potential for solar in the UK is simply not being recognised.