JA Solar and Australian solar innovator 5B have announced the signing of a landmark module supply agreement during the recently concluded All Energy Australia event in Melbourne. The agreement covers more than 100MW of JA’s DeepBlue 4.0 Pro modules for a large-scale solar project in Western Australia, marking the largest collaboration to date between the two companies.
The DeepBlue high-efficiency modules have been rigorously tested and optimized for seamless integration with 5B’s Maverick system, a prefabricated, re-deployable solar array designed so that solar farms can be built faster, safer and at lower cost.
Certified to withstand wind speeds of up to 93 metres per second, the system provides exceptional durability in extreme weather, a timely advantage as Australia enters its peak storm season. When paired with the DeepBlue 4.0 Pro modules, the combined solution enables fast-track installation, reduced balance-of-system costs and consistent energy output, the synergy resulting in shorter project timelines, lower operational risks and stronger returns for customers operating in challenging environments.
The signing ceremony brought together senior leaders from both companies, including Daniel Li (VP, East Asia & South Pacific, JA Solar) and David Griffin (CEO of 5B), alongside key regional and technical heads. Their presence highlighted the strategic depth of the partnership and the alignment across commercial, engineering and market development teams.
Li commented: “This agreement is more than a supply contract, it is a blueprint for how global technology and local ingenuity can come together to deliver real-world impact. By combining JA Solar’s proven module performance with 5B’s advanced deployment technology, we are empowering customers with solutions that are bankable, scalable and built for Australia’s unique conditions.”