LONGi and Chiron Energy, one of Italy’s leading independent renewable energy producers, have entered into a partnership through a framework agreement for the supply of the former’s high-efficiency Hi-MO 9 modules during 2026 and 2027.
The modules will be deployed throughout Italy, mainly in the north and centre, and will include both greenfield (new) and brownfield (repowering) projects. The latter projects are part of the CONTO ENERGIA incentive schemes, where the integration of LONGi’s advanced modules could double existing energy production capacity. while all new projects could also be eligible for incentive mechanisms under the FER X decree.
The technological strength of the Hi-MO 9 modules, known for their exceptional performance and reliability, lies in Back Contact technology, specifically HPBC (Hybrid Passivated Back Contact) 2.0. This innovative cell architecture eliminates metal grid lines from the front of the solar cell, allowing for maximum light absorption and significantly boosting conversion efficiency, reaching up to 24.8%.
Chiron Energy CEO Claudio Gigli commented: “Our decision to partner with LONGi is part of our corporate strategy to propose projects with high ratings from the stakeholders involved in their implementation, starting with the quality of the authorised project, financing and the construction of the plants themselves. Our Engineering and Technical Compliance team pays particular attention to identifying win-win solutions from a technical and economic point of view, and we are particularly focused on technologically reliable and innovative solutions in the context of ESG practices and supply chain traceability and transparency with reference to the innovative Back Contact technology industrialised by LONGi.”
LONGi sales director for Italy Stefano Salica added, “This agreement with Chiron Energy is a landmark achievement for LONGi in the Italian market. It signifies the mutual commitment of both companies to drive the green energy transition forward. The integration of our Hi-MO 9 modules into multiple PV plants across Italy reinforces our position as a trusted partner for large-scale solar projects and further solidifies our contribution to the nation’s ambitious renewable energy targets.”
LONGi GM for Italy and Greece Francesco Emmolo concluded: “The strategic alliance with Chiron Energy represents a powerful synergy between two leaders in their respective fields. By deploying these PV plants with our advanced Hi-MO 9 modules, we are not just supplying technology; we are enabling Italy to significantly reduce its carbon emissions and stabilize its energy costs. This collaboration exemplifies our shared vision for a greener, more resilient energy landscape in Italy and beyond.”