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On the 20th August 2007, solarcentury announced an exciting new partnership with the Sony UK Technology Centre, to manufacture the latest solar photovoltaic innovation, the UK developed C21e solar electric roof tile.

To help solarcentury meet the demand for green technology, Sony UK has built a production line at its Pencoed plant near Bridgend in South Wales. The addition of renewable energy products to the range of technology produced by the Sony UK Technology Centre represents a significant vote of confidence in the photovoltaic's industry.

Derry Newman, CEO, joined solarcentury in November 2006 and was formerly Senior Vice President of Operations of Sony Europe and Managing Director of Sony UK Ltd. Realising collaboration made strong commercial sense for both organisations, he successfully negotiated the ground-breaking strategic partnership knowing the high quality production and innovation available from Sony UK Technology Centre was exactly what the new renewable energy industry needed as it goes through rapid growth. 

He adds 

“I am very pleased that Sony UK Technology Centre are working with us on this key product. Their immense skill and experience coupled with our innovation make a great team!”

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