LONGi, a leading solar technology company, has announced the appointment of Ross Kent as the new General Manager for the UK and Ireland. In this role, Kent will oversee the company’s distributed generation and C&I business, with a focus on driving growth, strengthening customer relationships, and introducing new module and solar technology innovations, including LONGi’s high-performance back contact technology, HPBC.
Kent brings over 13 years of experience in the solar industry to his new role. Prior to joining LONGi in Europe, he spent more than 10 years at Hanwha Q Cells, where he served as the Head of Sales for the UK, Ireland, and Scandinavia for the past four years.
“I am excited to join LONGi’s UK and Ireland team at such a crucial time,” said Kent. “I am confident in the dedication and determination of our team and I am looking forward to the next phase of our journey. LONGi is already a well-respected brand in the UK and Ireland market, and with the transition to back contact technology in full swing, our focus will be on educating distributors, installers, and end-users about the unmatched benefits of this technology.”
He added, “With the recent election of a new UK government, the potential for growth in the renewable energy sector has significantly increased. We are optimistic that the government’s plans will bring stability and encourage reliable investments in the market. This optimism has the potential to drive change and new growth.”
The appointment of Kent as General Manager reflects LONGi’s commitment to expanding its presence and driving growth in the UK and Ireland market. For media inquiries, please contact Nadinebuetow@longi.com. This release is distributed by https://pressat.co.uk/.
