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Vietnamese solar manufacturer Boviet Solar has officially opened its first U.S. module assembly plant in Greenville, Pitt County, North Carolina, marking a major milestone in its global expansion. With an annual nameplate capacity of 2GW, this new facility represents a significant investment of US$294 million and the completion of Phase 1 of Boviet’s U.S. manufacturing plans.
The plant will produce Boviet Solar’s high-performance Gamma Series monofacial and Vega Series bifacial PV modules, utilizing advanced PERC and n-type solar cell technologies. These modules are designed to meet the needs of the residential, commercial and industrial (C&I), and utility-scale markets.
"This facility allows us to manufacture high-performance PV modules on American soil, strengthening domestic clean energy supply chains and making meaningful contributions to North American energy independence and economic growth," said Marco Marques, General Manager of Boviet Solar USA Manufacturing Operation.
Covering over 1 million square feet of advanced manufacturing and R&D space, this project represents one of the largest clean energy manufacturing investments in North Carolina, further reinforcing the state’s industrial base. Phase 1 will create approximately 460 direct skilled local jobs, while Phase 2, scheduled to begin operations in the second half of 2026, will add another 908 jobs, for a total of more than 1,310 direct positions. The expansion is expected to support about 1,965 indirect jobs, bringing over 3,200 jobs to the region overall.
With an additional US$100 million investment, Phase 2 will involve the construction of a solar cell processing plant covering nearly 600,000 square feet, also with an annual capacity of 2GW.
Local and state leaders praised Boviet Solar’s investment. Senator Kandie Smith noted, "This facility is not just creating jobs, but creating opportunity, innovation, and a stronger foundation for Eastern North Carolina." Governor Josh Stein added, "North Carolina continues to be a leader in the clean energy economy, and I am proud to welcome Boviet Solar as it opens its first U.S. manufacturing facility."
