PVTIME – Solar tracking system manufacturer FTC Solar has signed a supply agreement with the engineering firm Levona Renewables, agreeing to provide 1 GW of solar tracking systems and software for a series of projects in the US.
The first shipments are scheduled to commence in early 2026, beginning with a 140 MW large-scale ground-mounted solar plant in Snyder, Texas. This scheme, which is part of the CT Solar One project that is currently under development, will begin construction in early 2026 and is expected to commence commercial operation by 2028. Levona confirms that the project will use almost 200,000 705 Wp polycrystalline bifacial modules. The deal also covers two additional projects, CT Solar Two and CT Solar Three, which will add a further 650 MW of solar capacity to Texas once operational.
For all three projects, FTC Solar will supply its Pioneer 1P tracking systems and SunPath software. Fernando Queiroz, FTC Solar’s Chief Executive Officer, highlighted that his team’s background in development and expertise in tracking systems had enabled site optimisations, including improved location selection, layout, row efficiency, and power generation, while reducing civil engineering costs.
Beyond the Levona agreement, FTC Solar has recently expanded its product range with a new tracking system designed for extreme wind conditions. The Pioneer+ High model is designed for coastal, hurricane-prone and high-altitude areas and is capable of withstanding wind speeds of up to 150 miles per hour. The company also plans to launch a tracking system tailored for 2000V systems, which is set to deliver a significant advancement for the large-scale ground-mounted solar sector.
