Premier Energies named Grade A solar module maker in 2026 ranking
Premier Energies Limited secured a position in the Top 25 global and Top 3 Indian categories in Wood Mackenzie's 2026 Global Solar PV Module Manufacturer Ranking. The company operates 11.1 GW of module capacity and is investing ₹12,500 crore to expand its cell manufacturing and diversify into clean energy segments. The assessment evaluated 48 manufacturers on financial strength, supply chain resilience, and technology.

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Premier Energies Limited has been recognised as a Grade A manufacturer in Wood Mackenzie's Global Solar PV Module Manufacturer Ranking 2026, placing it among the Top 25 global and Top 3 Indian solar PV module manufacturers. This classification serves as an independent benchmark for developers and asset owners seeking dependable suppliers, assessing manufacturers on criteria such as capacity utilisation, technology maturity, financial strength, and supply chain resilience.
Wood Mackenzie evaluated 48 module manufacturers across 10 countries, which collectively account for 65% of global production capacity and 83% of global module shipments. The ranking highlights manufacturers based on their reliability, ESG performance, and research and development capabilities.
Premier Energies currently operates 11.1 GW of annual solar PV module manufacturing capacity. The company is expanding its annual solar cell manufacturing capacity to 10.6 GW later this year. It is also executing a ₹12,500 crore capital expenditure programme to strengthen upstream solar manufacturing capabilities and diversify into adjacent clean energy segments, including inverters, batteries, and transformers.
| Capacity Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Solar PV Module Manufacturing Capacity | 11.1 GW |
| Upcoming Annual Solar Cell Manufacturing Capacity | 10.6 GW |
| Capital Expenditure Programme | ₹12,500 crore |
Mr. Chiranjeev Saluja, Managing Director of Premier Energies Limited, stated that the recognition validates the company's manufacturing excellence and technological leadership. He noted that global customers increasingly assess suppliers based on quality, scale, financial strength, ESG performance, and supply chain resilience.
The inclusion in the Grade A list reinforces Premier Energies' position as a globally competitive Indian solar company. It reflects the growing prominence of India in the global renewable energy manufacturing landscape.
Historical Stock Returns for Premier Energies
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
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| +0.21% | +3.26% | +4.35% | +14.67% | +2.09% | +28.60% |
How will the Grade A ranking influence Premier Energies' ability to secure international contracts compared to lower-tier competitors?
What impact will the ₹12,500 crore capital expenditure programme have on the company's debt levels and financial leverage in the near term?
How does the planned diversification into inverters and batteries align with current global supply chain trends and demand forecasts?


































