In 50 words: SNEC PV+ is the world's largest solar and energy storage exhibition, held annually in Shanghai. The 2026 edition runs June 11–13 with 3,000+ exhibitors and 350,000+ visitors. For module pricing, cell-tech roadmaps (TOPCon, HJT, back-contact), and inverter/BESS announcements, no other event matches its supply-chain visibility.

What SNEC PV+ is

SNEC PV+ is the annual flagship exhibition of the global photovoltaic industry. Organized by the Asian Photovoltaic Industry Association (APVIA) and held in Shanghai every year since 2007, it has grown into the largest single gathering of solar and energy storage industry participants in the world — by floor space, by exhibitor count, and by attendee count.

The 2026 edition is the 19th edition, running June 11–13 across two adjacent convention centres: Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) and the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC).

Why it matters for the industry

For solar PV, BESS, and inverter buyers, three things make SNEC uniquely valuable:

Supply chain density. Tier 1 module makers, cell producers, polysilicon suppliers, inverter manufacturers, BoS vendors, and BESS integrators are all on the floor — and so is everyone they sell to. Deals close on the floor. Module pricing for the following quarter is set, in many cases, during SNEC week.
Technology announcements. Cell-efficiency records, new module formats, and next-generation inverter platforms typically announce at SNEC. The mass-production efficiency floor for TOPCon, HJT, and back-contact cells is publicly demonstrated here.
Indian and Southeast Asian delegations. With Indian and Vietnamese module manufacturing ramping, SNEC attracts large delegations of buyers, ALMM-listing aspirants, and equipment buyers from both regions.

What to track at SNEC 2026

Based on industry signals entering Q2 2026, the most important threads to watch:

Cell efficiency records. Tongwei, LONGi, JinkoSolar, Trina, and Aiko are all expected to demonstrate updated mass-production efficiency figures. The 26.5%+ threshold is in play for back-contact platforms.
BESS integration platforms. Standalone BESS containerised solutions from Sungrow, Huawei, CATL, EVE, and BYD — pricing, capacity per container, and cycle warranties.
Inverter platform refreshes. Grid-forming inverter capability becoming a checkbox feature; SiC-based central inverter platforms expected from multiple Tier 1 vendors.
Polysilicon and wafer pricing. Anonymous floor pricing typically sets the trajectory for Q3 module costs.
Indian and Southeast Asian exhibitor counts. A read on the maturation of non-China supply chains.

Practical info

Registration: free for trade visitors with advance registration. On-site registration is paid.
Visa: Chinese visa required for non-PRC visitors. APEC Business Travel Card eligible.
Languages: Mandarin and English are the working languages of the show. Most Tier 1 booths have English speakers.
Travel: SNIEC is in Pudong, near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. NECC is in Hongqiao, near Hongqiao Station. Allow 1.5 hours to move between the two on Shanghai metro.

Earth Energy Log coverage

We cover SNEC daily during show week with on-the-floor reporting on pricing, technology, and the deals that matter to Indian and global developers. Our coverage focuses on:

Day-by-day module pricing tracker
Cell efficiency announcement roundup
BESS chemistry and pricing leaderboard
Inverter platform launches
India-relevant deals (ALMM-eligible suppliers, JV announcements)

Bookmark this page — we'll update it with daily coverage links during the event.

What to watch next

If SNEC 2026 confirms expected trends — back-contact cell mass-production efficiency above 26.5%, BESS container prices below $90/kWh, and grid-forming as a standard inverter feature — expect the 2027 module supply contracts being negotiated in H2 2026 to look meaningfully different from the 2024–2025 baseline. We'll mark which Indian developers update their procurement strategies post-SNEC.

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