What Gokin Solar does

Gokin Solar (高景太阳能股份有限公司) is a privately held, vertically integrated Chinese photovoltaic manufacturer founded in 2019 and headquartered in Guangzhou. It produces high-efficiency silicon wafers, solar cells, and modules, operating at a top-three global position in wafer supply with approximately 100GW of annual wafer capacity and cumulative shipments exceeding 200GW. The company achieved the 3 millionth Back Contact (BC) module milestone at its Guangzhou facility in May 2026, making it the third company globally to reach large-scale BC mass production.

Gokin's core product portfolio spans four distinct BC module series (targeting premium architectural, standard commercialization, and full-screen premium segments) as well as the GK-2-66HTBD 700M TOPCon module, which is engineered for harsh desert, coastal, and industrial environments. Underlying technology includes a vertically integrated wafer-cell-module supply chain and BC patents accessed through an April 2026 strategic cooperation agreement with AIKO, which provides access to BC cell IP and joint R&D.

The company monetizes primarily through hardware sales of wafers, cells, and modules to B2B buyers including EPC companies, distributors, and project developers across more than 30 countries. Its go-to-market relies on regional field sales managers (e.g., Hasan Alkarawi in the Middle East) and channel partnerships, with a stated Middle East target of 1.5GW of module supply in 2026 scaling to 4GW by 2028. Disclosed equity funding exceeds USD 600M across 2021–2022 rounds; revenue is not publicly disclosed.

Name

Gokin Solar

Legal name

高景太阳能股份有限公司

Website

https://mail.gokinsolar.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Gokin Solar is a vertically integrated Chinese photovoltaic manufacturer producing high-efficiency silicon wafers, BC modules, and TOPCon modules. It serves B2B buyers including EPCs, distributors, and project developers across 30+ countries and ranks among the top three global wafer suppliers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Photovoltaic Modules and Silicon Wafers

NAICS

Solar Electric Power Generation (221114)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar PV Module Manufacturing (Cells, Modules, Thin-Film) (EUAMABAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Solar PV Module & Cell Manufacturing (Crystalline, Thin-Film) (EUAMAHAA)

Keywords

• Photovoltaic silicon wafers
• Solar module manufacturing
• Back contact solar cells
• TOPCon solar technology
• Vertically integrated solar

Headquarters

HQ city

Zhuhai

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Solar Module Sales: Sale of photovoltaic modules including BC technology modules and TOPCon modules for various market segments from standard commercialization to premium full-screen modules.
2. Silicon Wafer Sales: Manufacturing and sale of photovoltaic silicon wafers, positioning the company as a top-three global wafer supplier.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Gokin Solar is a vertically integrated photovoltaic manufacturer focused on the R&D and production of high-efficiency large-size silicon wafers and solar modules. The company produces BC (Back Contact) solar module series, TOPCon modules, and silicon wafers spanning the entire wafer-cell-module value chain. Its modules serve utility-scale, commercial, residential, and premium architectural solar installations across more than 30 countries.

Product overview

Gokin Solar operates as a vertically integrated photovoltaic company offering silicon wafers, solar modules, and BC technology products. The core product portfolio consists of photovoltaic silicon wafers (the foundational component with 100GW annual capacity), BC (Back Contact) solar module series (four distinct product lines ranging from standard to premium full-screen modules), and the GK-2-66HTBD 700M TOPCon module (flagship product for Middle East markets). The company has transitioned from R&D to large-scale commercial production, achieving the rollout of 3 million BC modules and ranking among the top solar module suppliers globally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BC (Back Contact) Solar Module Series Back Contact solar modules featuring a front-side gridless design that meets stringent European architectural standards. Four distinct product series are tailored for different global market segments, ranging from standard commercialization to premium full-screen modules for utility, commercial, residential, and architectural installations.
• GK-2-66HTBD 700M TOPCon Module Flagship high-performance TOPCon module designed for harsh desert, coastal, and industrial environments. Features high efficiency, low degradation rates, and durability in extreme temperatures, targeted at Middle East utility-scale and distributed generation solar projects.
• Photovoltaic Silicon Wafers High-efficiency large-size photovoltaic silicon wafers serving as the foundational component for solar cell and module manufacturing. The company operates as a top-three global wafer supplier with 100GW annual capacity and vertically integrated supply chain spanning wafer-cell-module value chain.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3 million BC modules produced as milestone marking successful transition from R&D to large-scale commercial production
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• AIKOflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 April 2026Gokin Solar and AIKO signed a strategic cooperation agreement on April 17, 2026 in Guangzhou to accelerate large-scale commercialization and technological advancement of back contact (BC) solar technology. The partnership combines Gokin Solar's silicon wafer expertise and module manufacturing capacity with AIKO's R&D capabilities and extensive BC cell patent portfolio. The collaboration spans the entire wafer-cell-module value chain including joint technology roadmaps, supply chain integration, and global market expansion to drive adoption of high-efficiency BC modules.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• LONGi Green Energy Technology: LONGi is the world's largest monocrystalline silicon wafer producer and a vertically integrated module manufacturer. It is the most direct peer to Gokin's wafer-cell-module business, competing head-to-head on wafer capacity, n-type cell technology, and global module shipments.
• JinkoSolar Holding: JinkoSolar is one of the top global PV module manufacturers by shipment volume with vertically integrated wafer-to-module operations. Like Gokin, it competes on TOPCon and next-gen cell technology and ships to 30+ countries, making it a direct benchmark on global market share.
• Trina Solar: Trina Solar is a top-five global module supplier with integrated wafer-cell-module manufacturing. It overlaps directly with Gokin on n-type TOPCon product lines and competes for Tier-1 utility-scale and distributed generation offtake.
• JA Solar Technology: JA Solar is a vertically integrated PV module and cell manufacturer ranked among the global top suppliers. It is comparable to Gokin in product mix (TOPCon and next-gen n-type), customer base (utility and distributed), and shipment scale.
• Tongwei Co., Ltd. Tongwei is one of the world's largest polysilicon and solar cell producers and a key upstream competitor to Gokin's wafer business. As a major wafer feedstock and cell supplier, it directly competes with Gokin on cost and capacity in the wafer-cell value chain.
• AIKO Solar: AIKO is the global pioneer in BC cell technology and Gokin's named strategic partner for BC commercialization. Beyond collaboration, AIKO also produces BC cells and modules independently, making it both a partner and a direct competitor in the BC segment.
• Canadian Solar: Canadian Solar is a top-ten global module manufacturer with vertically integrated cell and module production. It is comparable to Gokin in product portfolio (TOPCon/HJT) and target markets (utility-scale and C&I across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia).
• Risen Energy: Risen Energy is a vertically integrated PV module manufacturer with strong global shipment presence and a focus on n-type TOPCon technology. It competes with Gokin on Tier-1 module supply and international project channels.
• Hanwha Q CELLS: Q CELLS is one of the largest global module suppliers with manufacturing in Korea, Malaysia, and the U.S. It is comparable to Gokin in module product range and competes directly for utility and distributed generation projects, while offering a non-China-headquartered alternative.

Broad incumbents

• First Solar: First Solar is the largest Western-headquartered thin-film (CdTe) PV module manufacturer and a broader incumbent in utility-scale solar. While using a different cell technology, it competes for the same utility-scale and project-financed offtake that Gokin targets with its TOPCon and BC modules.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds5 records

Investors24 records

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M&A

Investments

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