Solward

What Solward does

Solward S.r.l. is an Italian designer and manufacturer of ground-mounted photovoltaic mounting structures, headquartered in Brescia, Lombardy, and founded in 2023 as a spin-off from a group of companies with over 20 years of experience in the photovoltaic sector. The company's product portfolio centers on three core structural lines — Tracker One (single-axis solar tracker for 1–15 MW utility-scale installations, delivering up to +30% energy yield versus fixed structures), Tracker Agro (a higher-clearance single-axis tracker engineered for agrivoltaic applications allowing farm machinery passage), and Sailfix (a fixed-tilt structure with adjustable 15°–30° angles and flexible pile or ballast foundations). A fourth product, Hydrosun, extends the portfolio into hydroponic agrivoltaics, integrating crop cultivation directly beneath PV panels. Technology differentiators include a proprietary 3D backtracking algorithm for terrain-aware shading prevention, ZigBee wireless communication between Tracker Control Units (TCUs) and Network Control Units (NCUs), self-powered TCUs fed by PV strings, Remote Sensor Units for wind/snow-triggered safety positioning, and wind tunnel certification through the University of Perugia.

The company operates a project-based B2B enterprise sales model targeting EPCs, project developers, and agricultural businesses, primarily in Italy. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales of physical structures, complemented by technical consulting services covering layout design, bill of materials, structural calculations, and on-site commissioning support. Pricing is custom-quoted per project, varying by MW capacity, configuration (1P/2P), foundation type, and material selection (hot-dip galvanized, pre-galvanized, or Corten steel). The go-to-market relies on direct enterprise field sales, event presence at major European renewable energy exhibitions (KEY Energy, Intersolar, Solar & Storage Live Italia), and earned media through Italian national press coverage. Customer segments include utility-scale developers and EPCs, the agricultural/agri-PV vertical, small-to-medium enterprises seeking on-site generation, and energy communities.

Solward has supplied over 100 MW to the Italian market as of 2025 and serves a documented customer base of more than a dozen energy-sector enterprises (including C-energy, Comal, Cva, Greenergy, Inse, Silmet, and others). The company holds CE marking, is pursuing ISO 9001:2015 certification, and benefits from IQNet international certification recognition. With only five employees and no disclosed external funding, Solward appears to operate as a lean, founder-led specialist with deep domain expertise but limited scale relative to global tracker competitors.

Name

Solward

Legal name

Solward S.r.l.

Website

https://solward.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

2023

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Solward S.r.l. designs and manufactures ground-mounted photovoltaic mounting structures — including single-axis trackers (Tracker One, Tracker Agro), fixed structures (Sailfix), and hydroponic agrivoltaic systems (Hydrosun) — for EPCs, project developers, and agricultural businesses in the 1–15 MW Italian utility-scale segment.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Mounting Structures

akta.pro primary industry

Solar Mounting, Racking, Trackers & Structural BOS Manufacturing (EUAMAHAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

PV Mounting & Tracking Systems (Fixed-Tilt, Single-/Dual-Axis Trackers) (EUACAGAD), Solar Mounting, Racking & Trackers (Fixed-Tilt, Single/Dual-Axis, Rooftop Mounts) (EUAMABAF)

Keywords

• Solar mounting structures
• Single-axis solar trackers
• Agrivoltaic systems
• Ground-mounted photovoltaic
• Utility-scale solar

Headquarters

HQ city

Brescia

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Photovoltaic Structure Sales: Solward generates revenue through the sale of physical photovoltaic structures including single-axis trackers (Tracker One, Tracker Agro) and fixed structures (Sailfix). Revenue is project-based and one-time per installation, with pricing determined by project specifications, size, and configuration requirements.
2. Technical Consulting and Support: The company provides technical support services including project layout, bill of materials, structural calculations, and on-site assistance during commissioning. These services complement hardware sales and are included as part of the overall project engagement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Solward designs, manufactures, and supplies ground-mounted photovoltaic mounting structures — including single-axis solar trackers (Tracker One, Tracker Agro), fixed-tilt structures (Sailfix), and the Hydrosun hydroponic agrivoltaic system — for utility-scale solar installations in the 1-15 MW segment. The company sells directly to EPCs, project developers, agricultural enterprises, and energy communities, providing integrated technical support from layout and bill of materials through structural calculations, delivery logistics, and on-site commissioning assistance.

Product overview

Solward offers a complete portfolio of ground-mounted photovoltaic structures comprising three main product lines: Tracker One (single-axis solar tracker for utility-scale installations 1-15 MW), Tracker Agro (single-axis tracker optimized for agricultural and agrivoltaic use with increased height for machinery passage), and Sailfix (fixed photovoltaic structure for sites with regulatory, environmental, or budget constraints). The company also offers Hydrosun, an innovative hydroponic agrivoltaic system integrating crop cultivation directly under panels. Products feature modular design, certified materials (hot-dip galvanized steel, pre-zinced, Corten), flexible foundations (driven piles or ballasted systems), and configurations in 1P or 2P formats. The portfolio targets EPC contractors, developers, and agricultural businesses seeking reliable, certified photovoltaic mounting solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tracker One Single-axis solar tracker designed for small and medium-sized ground-mounted photovoltaic installations in the 1-15 MW range. Features automated east-west movement via electric actuators, intelligent control based on solar sensors or astronomical calculation, wind-tunnel-certified structural resistance, and an energy production gain of up to +30% compared to fixed structures, with payback achieved in 4-6 years. Targeted at EPCs, project developers, and agricultural businesses.
• Tracker Agro Single-axis solar tracker specifically designed for agricultural and agrivoltaic applications. Features single-axis movement of up to ±55°, self-powering via tracker string or dedicated 60W panel with integrated rechargeable battery, 3D backtracking algorithm to reduce shading and optimize production, ZigBee wireless communication between TCU and NCU, and increased clearance height to allow agricultural machinery passage beneath the panels. Targeted at farms, agricultural cooperatives, and agri-PV developers.
• Sailfix Fixed photovoltaic mounting structure designed for ground-mounted installations. Features adjustable tilt between 15° and 30°, flexible foundations (driven piles or ballasted systems), certified materials in hot-dip galvanized steel, modular design for rapid installation, universal compatibility with all major PV modules including bifacial modules, and certified wind and weather resistance with longevity exceeding 25 years and minimal maintenance. Targeted at EPCs and developers requiring stable, low-cost structural solutions.
• Hydrosun Hydroponic agrivoltaic system integrating hydroponic crop cultivation directly under photovoltaic panels. Features closed-loop irrigation reducing water consumption by up to 95%, pesticide-free cultivation with 50% reduction in fertilizer use, cultivation density up to 240 plants per 6 linear meters, and integration with Solward's photovoltaic structures. Targeted at farms, agricultural cooperatives, and agrivoltaic developers seeking to combine solar generation with controlled-environment crop production.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy production increase of +25-30% with single-axis trackers vs. fixed structures
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers17 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• University of PerugiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership for wind tunnel testing of photovoltaic structures. The University of Perugia's wind tunnel facility is used for structural certification, verifying resistance to extreme wind conditions and weather agents. This collaboration provides independent third-party validation of structural integrity.
• C-energyminorOthersEnergy sector company appearing in Solward's customer/partners logo section on homepage.
• GreenergyminorOthersEnergy sector company appearing in Solward's customer/partners logo section on homepage.
• SilmetminorOthersEnergy sector company appearing in Solward's customer/partners logo section on homepage.
• TresunminorOthersEnergy sector company appearing in Solward's customer/partners logo section on homepage.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• PV Hardware: Spanish manufacturer of solar trackers and fixed-tilt structures for utility-scale projects globally. Directly comparable to Solward in single-axis tracker technology, structural engineering capabilities, and EPC/developer customer base across European and Latin American markets.
• K2 Systems: German manufacturer of mounting systems for photovoltaic installations across all scales. Comparable to Solward in ground-mount structural engineering, though with a wider portfolio spanning residential, commercial, and utility-scale segments across European markets.
• STI Norland: Spanish-headquartered manufacturer of single-axis solar trackers for utility-scale projects across Europe, the Americas and the Middle East. Directly comparable to Solward in core single-axis tracker technology, customer base of EPCs and developers, and focus on the European utility-scale market.
• Schletter Group: German manufacturer of solar mounting systems for ground-mounted and rooftop installations across Europe. Comparable to Solward in ground-mount structural solutions, materials engineering expertise, and European EPC customer base, though with a broader product portfolio including commercial rooftop systems.
• Esdec: Netherlands-based developer and manufacturer of mounting systems for solar panels on roofs and ground installations. Comparable to Solward in mounting structure technology and European EPC customer base, with a stronger focus on rooftop segments but with overlap in ground-mount utility-scale projects.
• Soltec: Spanish-headquartered global manufacturer of single-axis solar trackers with operations across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Directly comparable to Solward in tracker technology, though operating at significantly greater scale and serving larger utility-scale projects as well as the 1-15 MW segment.
• SunBallast: Italian manufacturer specializing in ballasted mounting systems for flat-roof and ground-mounted photovoltaic installations. Comparable to Solward as an Italian-based mounting structure specialist, with overlapping ballast foundation offering and shared target market of small-to-medium utility-scale projects.
• Convert HE: Italian manufacturer of photovoltaic mounting structures and tracking systems for ground-mounted installations. Directly comparable to Solward as a domestic Italian competitor in the same product category, targeting similar EPC and developer customers in the 1-15 MW segment.

Broad incumbents

• Array Technologies: US-headquartered global market leader in solar tracker manufacturing with multi-gigawatt annual production capacity. Comparable to Solward as a competitor in single-axis tracking technology but operates at dramatically greater scale, serving primarily large utility-scale projects above 50 MW while progressively moving down-market into smaller segments where Solward competes.
• Nextracker: US-headquartered global leader in solar tracker technology and intelligent PV solutions, now part of Flex. Comparable to Solward as a single-axis tracker competitor but with vastly greater scale, broader geographic footprint, and deeper R&D resources that enable them to progressively enter smaller utility-scale segments across Europe.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/solward-energy

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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