Month: January 2026

SUEZ, Egypt, Jan. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ELITE Solar, a global leader in integrated solar manufacturing, today announced the commissioning of its new 5GW photovoltaic manufacturing facilities in Egypt’s Suez Canal Economic Zone, marking a major milestone in the company’s global expansion strategy.

The facility includes 2GW of high-efficiency solar cell capacity and 3GW of solar module production, creating a fully integrated manufacturing platform designed to serve utility-scale, commercial, and industrial clients across the globe.  

Egypt’s Prime Minister, Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, attended the official commissioning ceremony earlier this month, underscoring the project’s importance to Egypt’s renewable energy and industrial development goals. The new facility supports local workforce development while strengthening the region’s role in the global clean energy supply chain.

On January 23, ELITE Solar welcomed regional clients, strategic suppliers, and industry partners to the site for a firsthand look at the facility’s N-type solar cell and module production lines. The visit included discussions on supply chain coordination, production planning, local sourcing, and long-term collaboration—highlighting ELITE Solar’s focus on operational reliability and scalable manufacturing.

“This facility strengthens our global manufacturing footprint while reinforcing our commitment to dependable, market-ready solar supply,” said Arndt E. Lutz, CEO of ELITE Solar USA. “By combining advanced N-type technology with integrated production and disciplined execution, we’re positioned to support our clients with consistent quality and long-term reliability across multiple markets.”

The Ain Sokhna facility is a key component of ELITE Solar’s international growth strategy, pairing centralized technology leadership and global standards with localized manufacturing in strategic regions. This approach enables the company to respond efficiently to customer demand across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and North America (MENA).

With its expanded manufacturing capabilities, ELITE Solar continues to strengthen its position as a trusted global partner for large-scale renewable energy deployment.

About ELITE Solar

Founded in 2005, ELITE Solar is a global provider of high-efficiency, intelligent solar solutions for utility, commercial & industrial (C&I), and residential markets. Headquartered in Singapore with U.S. operations in California, the company operates integrated manufacturing facilities in Vietnam, Indonesia, and Egypt, covering the full value chain from wafers to modules. ELITE Solar’s vertically integrated model and global reach support its mission to drive customer success and accelerate the transition to clean energy. Learn more at www.elite-solar.com

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FREDERICK, Md., Jan. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Visit Frederick has formally adopted its Strategic Plan for 2026–2031, a five-year roadmap designed to guide tourism growth while protecting quality of life for residents across Frederick County. The plan outlines a clear vision for strengthening the visitor economy through collaboration, stewardship, and data-driven decision-making, ensuring tourism continues to deliver meaningful benefits to the community.

Tourism remains a vital driver of Frederick County’s economy, supporting thousands of jobs, hundreds of local businesses, and more than $500 million in annual visitor spending. The new strategic plan builds on that foundation, setting priorities that balance economic opportunity with community values as the county continues to grow and evolve.

“Tourism is one of Frederick County’s quiet success stories,” said Dave Ziedelis, Executive Director of Visit Frederick. “It supports local jobs, strengthens small businesses, and helps fund the amenities and experiences that make this a great place to live. This plan gives us a clear path forward to protect and grow those benefits for the entire community.”

Developed over an eight-month process in partnership with Coraggio Group, the plan reflects extensive engagement with residents, local leaders, tourism partners, and visitors. Surveys, interviews, and public listening sessions helped shape a shared vision for how tourism should grow responsibly and sustainably over the next five years.

The Strategic Plan centers on four core imperatives: driving visitation and visitor spending across all of Frederick County; cultivating positive community sentiment toward tourism; building organizational capacity to manage growth; and formalizing Visit Frederick’s destination stewardship framework. Together, these priorities aim to extend visitor stays, support emerging markets such as meetings and conferences, and ensure tourism investment aligns with resident priorities.

“This plan recognizes that the tourism landscape is changing, and so is Frederick County,” Ziedelis said. “We are welcoming new residents, new businesses, and new opportunities. This strategy helps us navigate that growth thoughtfully, so tourism strengthens our communities instead of overwhelming them.”

A key focus of the plan is destination stewardship – ensuring that tourism development enhances historic preservation, natural resources, infrastructure, and overall quality of life. Visit Frederick will continue to work closely with municipalities, Main Street organizations, nonprofits, and local businesses to align tourism promotion with community needs and long-term sustainability.

Visit Frederick’s 2026–2031 Strategic Plan is available in both a full booklet and a one-page summary at visitfrederick.org. The organization will begin implementing the plan immediately, using it as a guiding framework for marketing, partnerships, community engagement, and investment decisions in the years ahead.

Visit Frederick will host a public meeting to share details of the 2026–2031 Strategic Plan and gather community feedback on Wednesday, February 4 at 10am at the Frederick Visitor Center. Residents, partners, and stakeholders are encouraged to attend and learn more about how the plan will guide tourism growth in Frederick County.

Visit Frederick strengthens economic vitality and community pride by developing and promoting tourism that enhances quality of life for residents and visitors alike. As the official and designated Destination Marketing Organization for Frederick City and Frederick County, Visit Frederick leads the care and growth of the local visitor economy through stewardship, collaboration, and strategic investment.

For more information, go to visitfrederick.org or call 301-600-4047.

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