Bengaluru: SMA Solar Technology AG, a leading German multinational inverter company specializing in Solar PV Inverters, Energy Storage, and Power Electronics, is thrilled to announce the successful grand opening of its Global Competence Center, named “SMA Sapience,” in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The momentous celebration took place at the prestigious Hilton Hotel, Manyata Business Park, on October 18, 2023.
This event marks a significant milestone in SMA Global’s history as it establishes a pivotal hub to cater to its extensive worldwide installation base and valued customers. It underscores SMA’s deep commitment to both the Indian market and its global operations.
Barbara Gregor, CFO of SMA Solar Global Competence Center, expressed her excitement about the inauguration, stating, “We are truly honored to inaugurate our Global Competence Center – SMA ‘Sapience’ in Bengaluru, India. This marks a pivotal moment in SMA Solar’s journey, and we look forward to furthering our commitment to renewable energies and the Indian market.”
The grand opening was graced by distinguished guests and dignitaries, including top executives and esteemed individuals such as Amita Bagga, Head of SMA Sapience in Bengaluru, India; Friedrich Birgelen, Deputy Consul General of the German Consulate General in Bengaluru; Hariram Prabhakaran, Head of Industry Solutions – Large Scale at SMA Solar Technology AG; Kai Ludolph, Head of Project Engineering Services at SMA Solar Technology AG. Additionally, the event hosted Dr. Jai Asundi, Executive Director of the Center for Study of Science, Technology, and Policy in Bengaluru, and Mr. Idris Mohammed, Climate Change Advisor from Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.
The establishment of the Global Competence Center in Bengaluru underscores SMA Solar’s unwavering commitment to driving innovation in renewable energy and enhancing its services for global customers.
About SMA:
For four decades, SMA has been at the forefront of technological trends and has played a pivotal role in advancing renewable energies. Their groundbreaking inverter technology has significantly contributed to transitioning renewable energies from a pioneering phase to a global norm.
In the era of energy industry digitization, SMA is poised to shape the future of the energy sector. Photovoltaics, in particular, are set to play a pivotal role, as they are poised to become the most cost-effective energy source globally.
SMA’s involvement in India dates back to 1996 when one of the first large solar PV plants was powered using an SMA central inverter. Recognizing the immense potential, SMA established its Indian subsidiary in October 2010, strategically positioning itself as the market expanded rapidly. The SMA India team has since expanded and is now present in six locations across the country.