On Friday, a fire broke out at one of JinkoSolar’s silicon wafer slicing and solar cell manufacturing workshops, located in China’s Shanxi province. The incident is expected to have repercussions on the company’s operations and financial results throughout 2024.
In response to the fire, JinkoSolar announced plans to reallocate wafer and cell production among different workshops to mitigate disruptions in its manufacturing process. Despite the incident, there were no reported casualties, and investigations are underway to determine the cause of the blaze.
JinkoSolar, headquartered in Shanghai, is a prominent solar module manufacturer known for its expertise in building solar power products from silicon wafers to solar modules. The company’s proactive measures post-fire reflect its commitment to maintaining operational efficiency amid challenges.
Source: Reuters
