A monumental renewable energy project in Saudi Arabia, the Al Kahfah Solar Power Plant, has selected Nextracker’s advanced solar tracking systems for a 1.17 GW installation. ACWA Power and Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) have partnered with Nextracker for this strategic project, which aligns with the country’s National Renewable Energy Program and Vision 2030 goals to enhance the share of renewable energy to 50% by 2030.
Nextracker’s NX Horizon-XTR smart solar trackers will be deployed in the Al Kahfah project, which is part of the National Renewable Energy Program and led by Badeel and ACWA Power. The solar plant will supply clean energy to the Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC), contributing significantly to the nation’s renewable energy targets.
The area for the solar park is characterised by hilly, hard-soil terrain, making it challenging for conventional land grading processes. However, Nextracker’s all-terrain solar tracker systems can adapt to the natural landscape, reducing the need for costly land modifications while minimising environmental impact.
The Al Kahfah project represents Nextracker’s largest deployment of its NX Horizon-XTR solar tracker technology in a single order. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the growing Middle East, India, and Africa (MEIA) solar energy market, where Nextracker has over 10 GW of smart solar trackers operational or under fulfillment.
Nextracker’s commitment to the Saudi market extends beyond technology deployment. The company has initiated a domestic content and capacity development program in the Kingdom, engaging local partners to provide raw materials and manufacturing support for its solar trackers.
Nextracker has previously partnered with ACWA Power and L&T on the Sudair Solar PV Plant, further strengthening its collaboration in the region. Dan Shugar, Nextracker’s founder and CEO, expressed gratitude for the continued partnership and the company’s contribution to the energy transition in Saudi Arabia.
ACWA Power CEO Marco Arcelli highlighted the importance of technology partnerships like Nextracker’s in achieving Saudi Arabia’s renewable energy goals. Similarly, Larsen & Toubro Construction’s General Manager (Renewable International) Bharathi Kumar praised Nextracker’s solutions for their flexibility, efficiency, and robust design, making them ideal for the region’s needs.
