aleo
Aleo Solar GmbH manufactures premium monocrystalline photovoltaic modules at its Prenzlau, Germany facility under a "Made in Germany" brand. A subsidiary of Taiwan-based SAS since 2014, it serves European residential, commercial, government, and architectural customers through a certified system partner network.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2001
- HeadquartersPrenzlau, Germany
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What aleo does
Aleo Solar GmbH is a German manufacturer of high-performance monocrystalline photovoltaic modules, founded in 2001 by solar pioneer Marius Eriksen and headquartered at a single production facility in Prenzlau, Brandenburg, operating with approximately 180 employees. The company builds glass-foil and glass-glass modules using half-cell architecture, multi-busbar (up to 10-busbar) design, and a patented round-wire cell connector that improves light capture; its product portfolio centers on the LEO and LEO Black rooftop series, the LEO Sol in-roof line co-developed with Ernst Schweizer for Solrif BIPV systems, and the Elegante glass-glass modules for architectural and solar-façade applications. Aleo serves residential, commercial, government, and architectural-design customers in Germany and broader Europe through a network of certified installers, EPCs, and system partners (including SolarEdge, Fronius, SMA, Stäubli, K2 Systems, BYD, and Kostal), offering 25- to 30-year product and performance warranties backed by certifications under ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 45001, IEC 61215, and IEC 61730. Since 2014 Aleo has operated as a subsidiary of Taiwan-based SAS (Sino American Silicon Products Inc.), giving the company vertical integration across the ingot-to-module PV value chain, access to global distribution, and structural input-cost advantages over non-integrated European peers; the company monetizes exclusively through hardware sales of solar modules, with pricing handled via quote-based transactions through its channel and direct enterprise relationships.
aleo firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- aleo
- Legal name
- aleo solar GmbH
- Website
- https://aleo-solar.de
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2001
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Aleo Solar GmbH manufactures premium monocrystalline photovoltaic modules at its Prenzlau, Germany facility under a "Made in Germany" brand. A subsidiary of Taiwan-based SAS since 2014, it serves European residential, commercial, government, and architectural customers through a certified system partner network.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
aleo industry classification
Industry- akta.pro primary industry
- Solar PV Module Manufacturing (Cells, Modules, Thin-Film) (EUAMABAD)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Solar PV Module & Cell Manufacturing (Crystalline, Thin-Film) (EUAMAHAA), Solar Roofing & Roof-Mounted PV Systems (IMADAFAO)
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Where aleo is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Prenzlau
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
aleo business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Solar Module Sales: Aleo manufactures and sells high-performance photovoltaic modules for rooftop (on-roof) and in-roof applications, building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), solar architecture, carports, and terraces. Products are sold directly and through system partner networks to residential, commercial, and government customers.
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels6 records
aleo product offering
Product offeringCore offering
aleo manufactures and sells high-performance monocrystalline photovoltaic (PV) modules at its Prenzlau, Germany facility using 100% renewable energy. Its product portfolio covers roof-mounted (Aufdach) modules under the LEO and LEO Black brands, in-roof (Indach) modules under the LEO Sol brand designed for integration with Solrif mounting systems from Ernst Schweizer, and glass-glass Elegante modules for building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) such as facades, carports, and terraces. All modules carry 25-30 year product and performance warranties and are sold via certified system partners and direct enterprise sales to residential, commercial, industrial, and government customers.
Product overview
Aleo Solar is a German manufacturer of high-performance photovoltaic modules with a comprehensive product portfolio centered on the LEO series. The core offerings include LEO and LEO Black for traditional roof-mounted (Aufdach) installations, and LEO Sol modules designed for in-roof (Indach) integration with Solrif systems. The company also produces the Elegante glass-glass module series for solar architecture applications. All products feature monocrystalline cell technology with multi-busbar architecture and are manufactured at the Prenzlau facility using 100% renewable energy. The portfolio spans residential, commercial, and architectural applications with 25-year warranties across all product lines.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- LEO: Classic quality module with white backsheet and maximum performance, available in two interconnectable sizes for optimal roof coverage.
- LEO Black
- LEO Sol
- Elegante
Quantifiable outcome
- Modules withstand extreme conditions including Antarctic research station (-41°C, 250 km/h winds)
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Companies that use aleo
Customer profileNamed customers6 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
aleo technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
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App detail
Integration10 records
Feature5 records
aleo partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.
- SolarEdgecoreSolarEdge provides power optimizer and inverter technology that complements Aleo's high-efficiency solar modules for optimal system performance and monitoring.
- FroniuscoreFronius provides solar inverters that work with Aleo modules to convert DC power to AC power for grid connection.
- SMAcoreSMA Solar Technology provides inverter solutions for Aleo solar installations, enabling efficient conversion and grid integration.
- StäublicoreStäubli provides electrical connectors for Aleo modules, using MULTILAM technology that ensures minimal connection losses over the module lifetime.
- K2 SystemscoreK2 Systems provides mounting systems for Aleo solar modules, offering reliable structural solutions for various roof types.
- BYDcoreBYD provides battery storage solutions that can be combined with Aleo solar modules for complete residential and commercial energy systems.
- KostalcoreKostal provides solar inverters and energy management systems compatible with Aleo photovoltaic modules.
- Ernst Schweizer AGflagshipErnst Schweizer is the worldwide market leader in in-roof PV mounting systems. Aleo and Schweizer co-developed the Solrif-compatible LEO Sol modules for seamless building integration. The partnership combines Aleo's module expertise with Schweizer's mounting system technology for premium BIPV solutions. The Solrif system is self-cleaning and requires practically no maintenance.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
aleo competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- LONGi Green Energy: Global leader in mono-crystalline silicon wafers, cells, and modules including BC (back-contact) high-efficiency products. Comparable to Aleo on monocrystalline module technology but operates at incomparably larger scale and cost position.
- Canadian Solar: Global vertically integrated PV manufacturer across ingot-wafer-cell-module with both utility and rooftop product lines. Comparable to Aleo on full-value-chain PV operations and premium residential module lines.
- JinkoSolar: World's largest PV module maker with TOPCon and N-type product ranges across residential, commercial, and utility. Comparable to Aleo on crystalline mono modules though at far greater scale and lower ASPs.
- Hanwha Q Cells: One of the world's largest PV module manufacturers with significant German production footprint and broad premium-half-cell residential line. Comparable to Aleo on premium mono-crystalline residential modules though at much greater scale.
- Viessmann Photovoltaics: German energy systems major with PV module and inverter offerings as part of broader HVAC/heat-pump portfolio. Comparable to Aleo in targeting German residential installers with integrated solar solutions.
- SunPower (Maxeon): US-based high-efficiency back-contact module brand targeting premium residential and light commercial customers. Comparable to Aleo on premium ASP positioning and warranty-driven sales motion.
Direct peers
- Meyer Burger Technology: Swiss/German-headquartered premium module manufacturer producing high-efficiency rooftop and in-roof PV modules. Comparable to Aleo in its premium positioning in Europe and recent European production reactivation.
- Solarwatt: German premium manufacturer of crystalline solar modules with strong focus on residential and commercial rooftop plus BIPV/glazing. Comparable to Aleo as a 'Made in Germany' brand competing on warranty, quality, and integrated solutions rather than commodity scale.
- IBC Solar: German PV system house and module distributor installing rooftop and BIPV solutions with strong installer channel. Comparable to Aleo as a German-centric competitor in residential and commercial PV projects.
- REC Group: Norwegian-headquartered premium solar module maker focused on high-efficiency half-cut and N-type cells for residential and commercial rooftops. Compares to Aleo on premium European positioning and half-cell technology roadmap.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
aleo social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance5 records
aleo financial estimates
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aleo leadership team
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aleo funding detail
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Funding rounds
Investors
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aleo M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about aleo
What does aleo do?
aleo manufactures and sells high-performance monocrystalline photovoltaic (PV) modules at its Prenzlau, Germany facility using 100% renewable energy. Its product portfolio covers roof-mounted (Aufdach) modules under the LEO and LEO Black brands, in-roof (Indach) modules under the LEO Sol brand designed for integration with Solrif mounting systems from Ernst Schweizer, and glass-glass Elegante modules for building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) such as facades, carports, and terraces. All modules carry 25-30 year product and performance warranties and are sold via certified system partners and direct enterprise sales to residential, commercial, industrial, and government customers.
Is aleo a public or private company?
aleo is a private company. It is currently operating.
When was aleo founded?
aleo was founded in 2001. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is aleo based?
aleo is headquartered in Prenzlau, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does aleo make money?
One revenue line is on record: solar Module Sales.
Who are aleo's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are LONGi Green Energy, Canadian Solar, JinkoSolar, Hanwha Q Cells, Viessmann Photovoltaics and SunPower (Maxeon). Direct peers are Meyer Burger Technology, Solarwatt, IBC Solar and REC Group.
Does aleo have an API?
No public API is recorded for aleo.
What industry is aleo in?
Its primary akta.pro industry code is EUAMABAD, Solar PV Module Manufacturing (Cells, Modules, Thin-Film), with a secondary code of EUAMAHAA, Solar PV Module & Cell Manufacturing (Crystalline, Thin-Film).