ARRAY Technologies Completes Acquisition of APA Solar
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ARRAY Technologies (NASDAQ: ARRY), a leading global solar tracking technology provider, has completed the acquisition of APA Solar, a premier solar racking and structural solutions company. The strategic acquisition aims to strengthen ARRAY's position in renewable energy infrastructure by combining APA's tracker-compatible engineered foundation systems and fixed-tilt racking systems with ARRAY's existing portfolio.
APA will continue operating as a strategic business unit within ARRAY Technologies. The acquisition is expected to be accretive to ARRAY's earnings, with significant commercial synergy opportunities. The company plans to update its full-year guidance during the third quarter earnings call to reflect APA's impact.
Positive
- Acquisition expected to be accretive to earnings
- Expansion of product portfolio with complementary foundation and racking solutions
- Enhanced ability to serve broader range of utility-scale and commercial solar projects
- Significant opportunities for commercial synergies
- Geographic expansion potential beyond North America
Negative
- Integration risks with APA Solar as a new business unit
- Potential execution challenges in realizing synergies
- Financial terms of acquisition not disclosed
Insights
ARRAY's acquisition of APA Solar enhances product offerings, expands customer reach, and is expected to boost earnings.
ARRAY Technologies has completed its acquisition of APA Solar, a strategic move that significantly expands the company's product portfolio in the solar infrastructure market. The transaction combines ARRAY's existing solar tracking technology with APA's tracker-compatible engineered foundation systems and fixed-tilt racking solutions, creating a more comprehensive offering for utility-scale and commercial solar projects.
The deal presents several strategic advantages for ARRAY. First, it enables the company to offer fully integrated tracker and foundation solutions, addressing more customer needs and potentially capturing greater market share. Second, APA will continue operating as a strategic business unit under its brand, preserving its established market presence while benefiting from ARRAY's global reach and resources.
From a financial perspective, management explicitly states the acquisition is expected to be accretive to earnings with significant opportunities for commercial synergies. This suggests potential revenue growth through cross-selling opportunities and possible cost efficiencies. The company plans to update its full-year guidance to reflect APA's impact during the upcoming third quarter earnings call, indicating material financial implications.
This acquisition appears strategically aligned with industry trends toward more integrated solar solutions. By expanding its product range to include both tracking technology and foundation systems, ARRAY positions itself to deliver more value across the solar project lifecycle while potentially reducing complexity and costs for its customers in North America and beyond.
Combined product portfolio positions ARRAY to deliver fully integrated tracker and engineered foundation solutions for the solar industry
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARRAY Technologies (NASDAQ: ARRY) (“ARRAY” or the “Company”), a leading global provider of solar tracking technology products, software, and services for utility-scale solar energy projects, today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of APA Solar (“APA”), a premier solar racking and structural solutions provider. This strategic acquisition strengthens ARRAY’s position as a global leader in renewable energy infrastructure and expands its product portfolio to better serve the evolving needs of the solar industry and our customers.
“This is a pivotal moment for ARRAY,” said Kevin G. Hostetler, chief executive officer at ARRAY Technologies. “APA brings a strong track record of innovation, customer service, and engineering excellence. Together, we will accelerate the deployment of utility-scale and distributed solar energy by offering a more comprehensive and flexible portfolio of solutions to a broader range of customers.”
APA, known for its tracker-compatible engineered foundation systems and robust fixed-tilt racking systems, will continue to operate under its brand as a strategic business unit within ARRAY Technologies.
“We’re thrilled to join forces with ARRAY,” said Josh Von Deylen, chief executive officer at APA. “Our shared values and complementary capabilities make this a natural fit. This transaction will allow us to scale faster, drive more transformative innovation, and deliver even greater value to our customers.”
The acquisition is expected to be accretive to ARRAY’s earnings, with significant opportunities for commercial synergies, and will enhance the ability of ARRAY to serve a broader range of utility-scale and commercial solar projects across North America and beyond. We expect to update our full-year guidance to reflect the impact of APA on our third quarter earnings call.
“This is an exciting new chapter for our team,” said Joe Von Deylen, chief operations officer at APA. “By combining APA’s engineering expertise with ARRAY’s global reach and resources, we’re poised to make a significant impact on the future of clean energy.”
Advisors & Additional Resources
Jefferies LLC acted as exclusive financial advisor and Kirkland & Ellis acted as legal advisor to ARRAY. Donelly Penman & Partners acted as exclusive financial advisor, and Rupp, Hagans & Bohmer, LLP and Eastman & Smith as legal advisors to APA.
Additional information regarding the transaction will be included in a Current Report on Form 8-K to be filed by ARRAY with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”).
About ARRAY Technologies, Inc.
ARRAY Technologies (NASDAQ: ARRY) is a leading global provider of solar tracking technology to utility-scale and distributed generation customers who construct, develop, and operate solar PV sites. With solutions engineered to withstand the harshest weather conditions, ARRAY’s high-quality solar trackers, software platforms and field services combine to maximize energy production and deliver value to our customers for the entire lifecycle of a project. Founded and headquartered in the United States, ARRAY is rooted in manufacturing and driven by technology – relying on its domestic manufacturing, diversified global supply chain, and customer-centric approach to design, deliver, commission, train, and support solar energy deployment around the world. For more news and information on ARRAY, please visit arraytechinc.com.
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Forward Looking Statements
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