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Saudi Arabia Solar Photovolatic (PV) Market Analysis, 2020

By Type (Thin Film, Multi-Si, Moni-Si), By End Users (Residential and Commercial), By Type of Solutions (Rooftop, Ground Mounted), By End Users (Manufacturing, Power and Utilities,... Transport Infrastructure, Others), By Region (Central, South, West, East), By Company (First Solar, Inc., Gtek Solar, Sharp Corporation, Hanwha Q Cells Co. Ltd, National Solar System, Egphil Solar Solutions, Vista Eco Solutions, Gulf Batteries Co Ltd, SunPower Corporation, JinkoSolar Holding Co. Ltd, etc.) Read more

  • Energy
  • Oct 2020
  • Pages 115
  • Report Format: PDF, Excel, PPT

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Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market Analysis, 2020 research report depicts a deep-dive market analysis of statistics of Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) market which consists of regional and country-wise market size, market forecast, CAGR market segmentation, market shares of diverse regions and countries, market share of various end-users, applications, product type, technologies, competitive benchmarking, etc.

Market Opportunities

According to MarkNtel Advisors’ research report titled “Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market Analysis, 2020”, the Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5% during 2021-26. The growth in the solar energy sector witnessed under the Saudi Vision 2030 that plans for economic diversification. KSA has planned to install 27.3 GW of renewable energy by 2023, most of which, 20 GW, will be solar PV. By 2030, the country planned to reach 40 GW, 16 GW, and 2.7 GW for solar PV, wind, and CSP, respectively. The reduction in the cost of solar panels would help in achieving the targets in the country, therefore, a sudden momentous rise in the demand for solar photovoltaic is anticipated during 2021-2026.

Impact of COVID-19 on Solar Photovoltaic (PV)

Lockdowns & restrictions in the wake of the COVID-19 have negatively impacted the whole economy and also the sales of solar PV by disrupting supply chains, creating a shortage of labor.and delay in projects.



Market Segmentation

Thin Film Segment Projected to Witness a Sturdy Growth

Thin-film segment acquired the majority market share in 2019 since the thin-film segment is made from non-silicon materials which are known as second-generation solar cells. Thin film is also preferred as it is flexible, thin-film solar cells can double as rooftop shingles and tiles. Solar PV is a technology that is extensively used to produce electricity without moving parts as stated in the MarkNtel Advisors’ research report “Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market Analysis, 2020”. 

Competitive Landscape

According to MarkNtel Advisors, the key players with a considerable market share in the Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) market include First Solar, Inc., Gtek Solar, Sharp Corporation, Hanwha Q Cells Co. Ltd, National Solar System, Egphil Solar Solutions, Vista Eco Solutions, Gulf Batteries Co Ltd, SunPower Corporation, JinkoSolar Holding Co. Ltd, etc.

Key Questions Answered in the Market Research Report:

  1. What are the key overall market statistics or market estimates (Market Overview, Market Size- By Value, Forecast Numbers, Market Segmentation, Market Shares) of Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market?
  2. What is the country wise industry size, growth drivers and challenges key market trends?
  3. What are the key innovations, technology upgrades, opportunities, regulations in the Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market?  
  4. Who are the key competitors or market players and how they perform in Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market on the basis of the competitive benchmarking matrix?
  5. What are the key results derived from the market surveys conducted during the course of Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market study?   

 Market Outlook, Segmentation and Statistics:

  • Impact of Covid-19 on Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market in Saudi Arabia Countries
  • Market Size & Analysis
    • By Revenues
  • Market Share & Analysis
    • By Type
      • Thin Film
      • Mono-Crystalline
      • Poly-Crystalline 
    • By End Users
      • Residential
      • Commercial
    • By Deployment
      • Rooftop
      • Ground Mounted
    • By Region
      • East
      • West
      • South
      • Central
    • By Company
      • Revenue Shares
      • Strategic Factorial Indexing
      • Competitor Placement in MarkNtel Quadrant
  • Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market Policies, Regulations, Product Standard
  • Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market Intellectual Property Rights Analysis
  • Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market Hotspots & Opportunities
  • Competition Outlook
    • Competitor Wise Growth Strategies
    • Company Profiles

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What are the units or denomination for measuring market value and volume in the report?
A. The market size/industry size or the market value is measured in terms of USD Million.

Q. What would be the growth rate or CAGR of Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market during 2021-26?
A. The Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5% during 2021-26.

Q. Who are the key competitors or players operating in Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market? 
A.   First Solar, Inc., Gtek Solar, Sharp Corporation, Hanwha Q Cells Co. Ltd, National Solar System, Egphil Solar Solutions, Vista Eco Solutions, Gulf Batteries Co Ltd, SunPower Corporation, JinkoSolar Holding Co. Ltd, etc. are a few of the leading players in the Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market.

Q. Which type segment would emerge as an opportunity area for players in Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market?
A. Thin Film segment is expected to attain the highest CAGR during the forecast period and maintain its significant market share.

Q. Which region would emerge as an opportunity area for players in Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market?
A. West grabbed a significant market share continue to grow at a highest CAGR, presenting immense opportunities for market players of Saudi Arabia Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market.

Frequently Asked Questions

   A. The historical data has been provided since 2016, while the base year is 2020 and the data is forecast up-to 2026.

  1. Introduction
    1. Product Definition
    2. Research Process
    3. Assumptions
    4. Market Segmentation
  2. Executive Summary
  3. Impact of COVID-19 in Saudi Arabia Photovoltaic (PV) Market
  4. Saudi Arabia Solar Industry Overview
    1. Strategic Framework
    2. Initiatives Timeline
    3. New Energy Master Plan
      1. Future of Solar Energy in Saudi Arabia
  5. Saudi Arabia Photovoltaic (PV) Market Outlook, 2016-2026F
    1. Market Size & Analysis
      1. By Revenues
    2. Market Share & Analysis
      1. By Type
        1. Thin Film
        2. Mono-Crystalline 
        3. Poly-Crystalline
      2. By End Users
        1. Residential
        2. Commercial
      3. By Deployment
        1. Rooftop
        2. Ground Mounted
      4. By Region
        1. East
        2. West
        3. South
        4. Central
      5. By Competitor
        1. Competition Characteristics
        2. Market Share
        3. Competitor Alignment in Competition Metrix
  6. Saudi Arabia Photovoltaic (PV) Market Pricing Analysis, 2020
  7. Saudi Arabia Photovoltaic (PV) Market Import-Export Statistics, 2016-2019
  8. Saudi Arabia Photovoltaic (PV) Market Value Chain Analysis, 2020
  9. Saudi Arabia Photovoltaic (PV) Market Dynamics
    1. Growth Drivers
    2. Challenges
    3. Impact Analysis
  10. Saudi Arabia Photovoltaic (PV) Market Trends & Insights
  11. Saudi Arabia Photovoltaic (PV) Market Hotspots & Opportunities
  12. Saudi Arabia Photovoltaic (PV) Market Regulations
  13. Competitive Benchmarking
    1. Competition Matrix
      1. Product Portfolio
      2. Target Markets
      3. Target End Users
      4. Research & Development
      5. Strategic Alliances
      6. Strategic Initiatives
    2. Company Profiles (Business Description, Product Offering, Target Markets, Assets, Strategic Alliances or Partnerships, etc.)
      1. First Solar, Inc.
      2. Gtek Solar
      3. Sharp Corporation
      4. Hanwha Q Cells Co. Ltd
      5. National Solar System
      6. Egphil Solar Solutions
      7. Vista Eco Solutions
      8. Gulf Batteries Co Ltd
      9. SunPower Corporation
      10. Jinko Solar Holding Co. Ltd.
      11. ACWA Power
  14. Disclaimer


MarkNtel Advisors follows a robust and iterative research methodology designed to ensure maximum accuracy and minimize deviation in market estimates and forecasts. Our approach combines both bottom-up and top-down techniques to effectively segment and quantify various aspects of the market. A consistent feature across all our research reports is data triangulation, which examines the market from three distinct perspectives to validate findings. Key components of our research process include:

1. Scope & Research Design At the outset, MarkNtel Advisors define the research objectives and formulate pertinent questions. This phase involves determining the type of research—qualitative or quantitative—and designing a methodology that outlines data collection methods, target demographics, and analytical tools. They also establish timelines and budgets to ensure the research aligns with client goals.

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3. Data Analysis and Validation Once data is collected, MarkNtel Advisors undertake a rigorous analysis process. This includes cleaning the data to remove inconsistencies, employing statistical software for quantitative analysis, and thematic analysis for qualitative data. Validation steps are taken to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the findings, minimizing biases and errors.

Data Trangulation

4. Data Forecast and FinalizationThe final phase involves forecasting future market trends based on the analyzed data. MarkNtel Advisors utilize predictive modeling and time series analysis to anticipate market behaviors. The insights are then compiled into comprehensive reports, featuring visual aids like charts and graphs, and include strategic recommendations to inform client decision-making