Middle East Embarks on Localization Drive for Photovoltaics
Middle East Embarks on Localization Drive for Photovoltaics
2026-07-22
Middle East Embarks on Localization Drive for Photovoltaics; Large-scale Ground-mounted Power Stations Favor Heavy-wall High-strength Section Steel
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia issued new regulations in 2026, mandating local production of aluminum materials for large-scale photovoltaic projects, while fully opening imports of hot-dip galvanized steel brackets. The annual demand for photovoltaic brackets has exceeded 8 gigawatts (GW). Q235 hot-dip galvanized section steel delivers prominent cost advantages, and its load-bearing performance can fully meet the wind and sand load requirements of local projects.