Premier Energies Secures $19.95 Million Solar Electrification Orders

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Premier Energies Limited has secured contracts worth USD 19.95 million for the supply and installation of solar power systems in the Republic of Benin, West Africa. The contracts include the installation of 750 rooftop solar systems at key socio-community facilities, including district police stations, educational institutions, health centers, and special border surveillance units, along with the installation of over 4,400 high-efficiency solar streetlights and 650 solar water heaters.

These projects are part of a national initiative by the Government of Benin aimed at expanding access to reliable, sustainable clean energy. Premier Energies will carry out the implementation in collaboration with the General Directorate of Energy Planning and Rural Electrification, under the Ministry of Energy, Water and Mines, Republic of Benin.

The project's financing is secured through a Line of Credit from the Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank) and the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID).

Chiranjeev Saluja, Managing Director & CEO of Premier Energies, stated that these projects are expected to enhance community safety, healthcare services, educational infrastructure, and overall energy sustainability in the Republic of Benin. He added that the contract award represents a strong endorsement of their operational capability and global competitiveness and that they are committed to delivering sustainable energy solutions, empowering communities, and advancing renewable energy in emerging markets.

Premier Energies Limited is a publicly listed company and one of India's largest vertically integrated solar cell and module manufacturers, with over 30 years of industry leadership.