Radiant Alliance dispatched its first export of solar PV modules to the United States on June 19, marking Bangladesh’s entry into the global renewable energy supply chain.
Radiant Alliance, an affiliate of East Coast Group based in Dhaka, signed a four-year export deal with US-based CleanGrid Incorporation worth more than Tk215 crore (about $19.5 million). Under the agreement, Radiant will supply 64.60 megawatts of solar modules through 2028, including 12.40 MW scheduled for delivery in 2025.
The modules, available in 100-Wp and 200-Wp configurations, are manufactured at Radiant’s fully automated plant in Ashulia, Savar. The facility, which began international-grade production just months ago, has an annual capacity of 600 MW and represents one of the country’s most advanced solar-module lines.
“This is not just a company milestone it’s a national milestone,” said Masudur Rahim, chief executive officer of Radiant Alliance. Industry observers say the move positions Bangladesh as a rising contender in a sector long dominated by China, India and Vietnam. Negotiations are reportedly under way for an additional 300 MW order in 2026.
Golam Baki Masud, general secretary of the Solar Module Manufacturers Association of Bangladesh, noted that US anti-dumping duties on Chinese panels have created an opening for Bangladeshi exporters. Munawar Misbah Moin, president of the association, called Radiant’s export initiative “very encouraging” and urged fellow manufacturers to invest in larger-panel production capacity.
Local producers continue to face competition from low-quality imports that undercut domestic prices without meeting minimum technical or safety standards. The association is advocating for a mandatory quota in public-sector solar projects to ensure a level playing field and foster the industry’s growth.