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Premier Energies Secures USD 19.95 Million Solar Electrification Contracts in Benin, West Africa
Premier Energies has secured contracts worth USD 19.95 million to supply and install solar power systems, streetlights, and water heaters across community facilities in Benin, West Africa.
September 29, 2025. By Mrinmoy Dey
Solar module and cell manufacturer Premier Energies has announced that the company has won contracts worth USD 19.95 million for supply and installation of solar power systems in Benin, West Africa.
The scope of the contracts covers installation of 750 rooftop solar systems at key socio-community facilities including district police stations, educational institutions, health centres and special border surveillance units, plus installation of over 4,400 high-efficiency solar streetlights and 650 solar water heaters, the company said in a statement.
These projects are part of a national initiative by the Government of Benin to expand access to reliable, sustainable clean energy. Implementation will be carried out by Premier Energies in collaboration with the General Directorate of Energy Planning and Rural Electrification, under the Ministry of Energy, Water and Mines, Republic of Benin.
Chiranjeev Saluja, Managing Director and CEO, Premier Energies, said, “These projects are expected to enhance community safety, healthcare services, educational infrastructure and overall energy sustainability in the Republic of Benin. The contract award represents a strong endorsement of our operational capability and global competitiveness.”
Financing for the project is secured through a Line of Credit from the Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank) and the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID).
The scope of the contracts covers installation of 750 rooftop solar systems at key socio-community facilities including district police stations, educational institutions, health centres and special border surveillance units, plus installation of over 4,400 high-efficiency solar streetlights and 650 solar water heaters, the company said in a statement.
These projects are part of a national initiative by the Government of Benin to expand access to reliable, sustainable clean energy. Implementation will be carried out by Premier Energies in collaboration with the General Directorate of Energy Planning and Rural Electrification, under the Ministry of Energy, Water and Mines, Republic of Benin.
Chiranjeev Saluja, Managing Director and CEO, Premier Energies, said, “These projects are expected to enhance community safety, healthcare services, educational infrastructure and overall energy sustainability in the Republic of Benin. The contract award represents a strong endorsement of our operational capability and global competitiveness.”
Financing for the project is secured through a Line of Credit from the Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank) and the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID).
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