SMA Solar Technology AG, a prominent German multinational inverter company specializing in Solar PV Inverters, Energy Storage, and Power Electronics, celebrated the successful inauguration of its Global Competence Center, known as “SMA Sapience,” in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The grand opening event took place at the prestigious Hilton Hotel in Manyata Business Park on October 18, 2023.
The establishment of the Global Competence Center is a significant milestone in SMA Global’s history, serving as a central hub for its worldwide installation base and customer operations. This event underscores the strong commitment of the renowned German MNC to the Indian market and its global ventures.
Ms. Barbara Gregor, CFO of SMA Solar Global Competence Center, expressed her enthusiasm for the event, saying, “We are truly honored to inaugurate our Global Competence Center – SMA ”Sapience” in Bengaluru, India. This marks a pivotal moment in SMA Solar’s journey, and we look forward to furthering our commitment to renewable energies and the Indian market.”

The momentous occasion was graced by distinguished guests and dignitaries, including top executives and esteemed individuals such as Amita Bagga, Head of SMA Sapience, Bengaluru, India, Mr. Friedrich Birgelen, Deputy Consul General at the German Consulate General in Bangalore, Hariram Prabhakaran, Head of Industry Solutions – Large Scale at SMA Solar Technology AG, and Kai Ludolph, Head of Project Engineering Services at SMA Solar Technology AG. The event also hosted Dr. Jai Asundi, Executive Director of the Center for the Study of Science, Technology, and Policy in Bangalore, and Mr. Idris Mohammed, Climate Change Advisor from Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.
The establishment of the Global Competence Center in Bengaluru underscores SMA Solar’s dedication to driving innovation in renewable energy and enhancing its service to global customers.
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