JA Solar to Supply 29 MW of PV Modules to a Leading Italian Renewable Energy Company in 2011

JA Solar Holdings Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq:JASO) ("JA Solar" or the "Company"), one of the world's largest manufacturers of high-performance solar cells and solar power products, today announced that the Company has signed a module supply contract with a leading Italian renewable energy company, which belongs to a large utility group in Europe.

Under the terms of this agreement, JA Solar will supply this customer with a total of 29 megawatts (MW) of photovoltaic modules during 2011.

"We are pleased that this new strategic customer, a leading developer and provider of PV systems in Italy, has chosen JA Solar as a supplier for their solar projects," stated Dr. Peng Fang, CEO of JA Solar. "This new partnership further demonstrates JA Solar's strength in building long-term strategic relationships with leading international solar companies. As we continue to build momentum in the global PV market, we look forward to delivering high-quality and innovative solar power products to more of the world's top solar providers."

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About JA Solar Holdings Co., Ltd.

JA Solar Holdings Co., Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of high-performance solar power products. The company sells its products to solar manufacturers worldwide, who assemble and integrate solar cells into modules and systems that convert sunlight into electricity for residential, commercial, and utility-scale power generation. For more information, please visit http://www.jasolar.com.

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