Solar Equipment Provider Strengthens Commitment to Asian Customers
SHANGHAI, China–(Business Wire)–
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.
