Vikram Solar Secures 200 MW Order From AB Energia

17 Sep 2025 CW Team

Vikram Solar added 1.44 per cent to Rs 362.45 after announcing a significant order win of 200 MW high-efficiency solar modules from AB Energia, a specialist in end-to-end EPC solutions for commercial and industrial (C&I) solar projects.

The modules, rated at 590 Wp and above, will be deployed across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in September 2025 and continue into early 2026.

Gyanesh Chaudhary, chairman and managing director of Vikram Solar, stated, “We are proud to continue our collaboration with partners who share our vision for accelerating India’s renewable energy transition. This order reflects the trust AB Energia places in our technology and execution and reinforces Vikram Solar’s position as a dependable and future-ready solar solutions provider. We remain committed to delivering high-performance products and building long-term partnerships that drive sustainable progress.”

Vikram Solar Limited is a leading Indian solar module manufacturer, specialising in efficient photovoltaic (PV) modules, with an international presence across 39 countries.

The company’s consolidated net profit surged to Rs 1.33 billion in the quarter ended June 2025, compared with Rs 228 million in the same quarter last year. Sales rose 79.67 per cent to Rs 11.34 billion in Q1 FY26 over Q1 FY25.

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