GameChange Solar has secured a new contract to supply solar tracking systems for a major photovoltaic project in Benban Solar Park, reinforcing its expanding footprint in Egypt as the country advances its renewable energy strategy.
The U.S.-based company announced on March 16 that it signed the agreement with Hassan Allam Constructions for a project being developed by Infinity Power in partnership with Hassan Allam Utilities. The project will involve the installation of solar trackers for a 258 megawatt-peak (MWp) photovoltaic plant.
According to the company, the facility is expected to deliver between 200 MW and 235 MW of electricity to Egypt’s national grid in alternating current. The project will also incorporate 120 megawatt-hours (MWh) of battery storage capacity, reflecting a growing trend toward hybrid renewable systems that combine generation with storage to improve reliability and grid stability.
Technology tailored for desert conditions
The project will use GameChange Solar’s Genius Tracker™ technology, designed to optimize solar panel positioning throughout the day to maximize energy capture. The system is engineered to operate efficiently in harsh environments characterized by high temperatures, dust, and strong winds—conditions typical of Upper Egypt and the broader Middle East and North Africa region.
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Company officials said the contract reflects GameChange Solar’s experience in delivering large-scale solar infrastructure under challenging conditions and tight project timelines. The firm has also expanded its operational presence in Egypt to support rapid deployment and maintenance of its systems.
Part of a broader expansion strategy
The Benban contract represents another milestone in GameChange Solar’s growth in Egypt, where its cumulative installed capacity is approaching 3 gigawatts peak (GWp). The company has been involved in several high-profile renewable energy projects in the country in recent years.
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In October 2023, it partnered with engineering firm CEEC-ZTPC to supply solar trackers for a 560 MW project in Kom Ombo. More recently, in July 2025, it signed an agreement for the Abydos Phase II solar plant, a large-scale project combining 1 gigawatt (GW) of generation capacity with 600 MWh of energy storage.
The new Benban installation is part of a broader program that includes 1,200 MW of solar capacity and 720 MWh of storage. Electricity generated from the project will be supplied to the national grid under power purchase agreements signed in November 2025 with the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC).
Supporting Egypt’s energy transition
Egypt has positioned itself as a regional leader in renewable energy, with ambitious targets to increase the share of renewables in its electricity mix. The government aims for renewable sources to account for 42% of total electricity generation by 2030 and 65% by 2040.
Large-scale solar projects such as those in the Benban complex play a central role in achieving these objectives. Located in the Aswan governorate, Benban is one of the largest solar parks in the world and has attracted significant international investment over the past decade.
The integration of battery storage into new projects marks a key evolution in Egypt’s renewable energy strategy. Storage systems help address intermittency challenges associated with solar power by enabling energy generated during the day to be stored and used during periods of peak demand or low sunlight.
Growing role of private sector partnerships
The latest deal highlights the importance of partnerships between international technology providers and local developers in advancing large-scale renewable projects across Africa. By combining technical expertise, financing, and local knowledge, such collaborations are helping accelerate the deployment of clean energy infrastructure.
For GameChange Solar, the contract further consolidates its position in a fast-growing market. For Egypt, it represents another step toward strengthening energy security, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and building a more sustainable power system.
As investment in renewable energy continues to rise, projects like the Benban expansion underscore the continent’s increasing role in the global energy transition, with Egypt at the forefront of efforts to scale solar power and modernize electricity systems.
