Trina Solar to Locate North American Base in San Francisco

CHANGZHOU, China - Trina Solar Limited, an integrated manufacturer of solar photovoltaic products from the production of ingots, wafers and cells to the assembly of PV modules, founded in 1997, announced it has chosen the City of San Francisco as the location for its North America base.

"This is an important step in our continuing commitment to deliver high quality Trina Solar PV modules to customers in the North American markets," commented Mr. Jifan Gao, Chairman and CEO of Trina Solar. "As our geographic footprint continues to expand, we remain committed to a location with tremendous talent to provide the support and services that have allowed us to create strong customer relationships throughout the world."

"In the race to become the premiere US gateway for Chinese companies expanding into the North American market, San Francisco has scored another important win with Trina Solar," said San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom. "Trina Solar's decision to locate their North American base in San Francisco highlights the City's strength as both a center for cleantech innovation and as a destination for leading Chinese companies looking for a world-class location for their US operations. I am proud to welcome Trina Solar to San Francisco. Arturo Herrero, VP of Sales & Marketing remarked: "We are very pleased to expand our sales & marketing and customer service in the U.S. in 2009. By enhancing direct and closer interaction with our customers, we will be able to manage the significant demand for Trina Solar products we are seeing in the region."

"We recognize the importance of solar as the need for efficient, clean energy in America continues to accelerate," commented Yimei Wong, who manages North America operations. "As the first global solar company entering the city through Mayor Gavin Newsom's 'ChinaSF' International Economic Development Program, we are honored to help build long-lasting business partnerships and be part of a premier gateway between China and North America."

Source: IWR Online, 12 Nov 2008