JinkoSolar, the global leading PV and ESS supplier, has been selected in Shenergy Co., Ltd.'s 2026–2027 PV module framework agreement, with its Tiger Neo 3.0 high-efficiency modules winning the bid. The framework, initiated by a subsidiary of Shenneng (Group) Co., Ltd., carries an estimated procurement volume of 1GW, with N-type high-efficiency PV modules as its scope. The awarded modules will be deployed in Shenergy's "wind-solar co-located" offshore PV project. Engineered specifically for offshore-PV scenarios, Tiger Neo 3.0 will underpin the large-scale development of offshore photovoltaics.
Offshore-PV Deployment Accelerates as Module Selection Enters the "Scenario-Fit" Deep End
The marine environment of these wind-solar co-located offshore PV projects imposes stringent requirements on a module's all-round performance: heavy salt-mist corrosion, high-humidity moisture ingress, varying sea-surface albedo, rapidly shifting cloud shadows that cause partial shading, and the high cost of offshore construction and O&M. Module selection is shifting away from competition on a single efficiency metric toward a systematic evaluation of a module's ability to deliver across all operating conditions in offshore-PV scenarios. As the flagship of JinkoSolar's N-type technology platform, Tiger Neo 3.0 has been systematically adapted for coastal and offshore PV scenarios, and has already been validated in coastal projects such as the 220MW Lianyungang Qingkou Salt Field fishery-solar integrated project.
Offshore-PV Scenario Fit: Translating Scenario-Specific Performance into Full-Lifecycle Returns
1. High Power Density Lowers Offshore BOS Costs
Tiger Neo 3.0 is built on next-generation N-type cells with 27% efficiency, delivering a maximum front-side module efficiency of 24.8%. Under the same offshore pile spacing and array layout, its higher power density unlocks greater installed capacity, directly lowering BOS costs for offshore foundations, piles, cabling, and installation, while reducing both module count and offshore labor hours.
2. Low Temperature Coefficient and Minimal Degradation Secure Long-Term Yield
With a temperature coefficient as low as -0.26%/℃, Tiger Neo 3.0 suffers lower power loss under the combined conditions of intense summer sea-surface irradiance and high ambient temperatures. The module's first-year degradation is below 1%, with a linear degradation of only 0.35%/year. Backed by a 30-year power warranty, this provides predictable support for the full-lifecycle returns of offshore projects.
3. Full-Chain Corrosion Protection Against Salt Mist and Moisture Ingress
Engineered for high-salt coastal environments, the Tiger Neo 3.0 offshore-PV module passes the most stringent IEC 61701 salt-mist testing. It features a high moisture-resistant frame, dual-layer coated glass, and double-sided POE encapsulation, effectively blocking moisture ingress and preventing salt-mist corrosion—addressing the power-degradation and O&M-cost constraints across the 25-plus-year lifecycle of offshore PV.
4. Shading Management and Low-Light Response Enhance Generation Under Complex Sea Conditions
Rapidly moving cloud shadows over the sea surface and salt-dust accumulation make partial shading a constant condition. Through optimized cell layout and internal circuit design, Tiger Neo 3.0 retains up to around 20% more power under long-side shading than comparable products, suppressing hotspot risk and reducing shading-induced generation loss. At 200 W/m² low irradiance, its relative power output stays within 95%–98%, delivering more stable generation under cloudy, rainy, and dawn/dusk conditions than the general industry level.
5. 85%±5% Bifacial Gain Captures Sea-Surface Albedo Value
Sea-surface albedo offers bifacial gain potential. With a bifaciality of up to 90%, Tiger Neo 3.0 fully captures rear-side generation, turning bifacial gain into an effective incremental contribution to the revenue structure of offshore projects.
Defining Products by Scenario, Answering Offshore-PV Expectations with Evidence
Tiger Neo 3.0 recently received the German TÜV Rheinland 2026 "Quality Wins China" Comprehensive Energy Efficiency Award for PV Modules. Validated under the IEC 61853 standard across six climate scenarios, its long-term generation performance in complex coastal environments is supported by third-party evidence. From fishery-solar integration to its application in Shenergy's offshore-PV project, Tiger Neo 3.0 is translating its offshore-PV scenario-fit capability into replicable, verifiable project practice—answering the imperative of moving offshore PV from "feasible" to "profitable." JinkoSolar will continue to leverage its N-type technology iteration and offshore-PV scenario expertise to support the high-quality development of Shenergy's and the nation's coastal offshore PV.
