PV inverter maker Satcon files for bankruptcy protection

SunPower panels. The company accounts for 10% of Satcon turnover

Boston-based PV inverter maker Satcon has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, having laid-off workers and closed its factory in Ontario earlier this year.

Among the world’s 10 largest makers of solar inverters, Satcon has struggled recently against rumours of ineffective management and quality issues – helping fuel a more than 92% crumbling of its share price since the beginning of the year.

The relentless beating its share price has taken has left the company with a market capitalisation of less than $7m, making it difficult to dredge up new sources of finance.

“This has been a difficult time for Satcon,” says chief executive Steve Rhoades.

The company hopes to continue operating as normal during the bankruptcy proceedings.

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