Approximately 800,000 solar panels for the four photovoltaic parks
OMV Petrom, the largest integrated energy producer in Southeastern Europe, together with Complexul Energetic Oltenia (CE Oltenia), announces the arrival in Romania of the first batch of photovoltaic panels—part of a total of approximately 800,000 panels—destined for the four solar parks with a combined installed capacity of around 550 MW, currently under construction in Ișalnița, Tismana, and Rovinari. This marks another major milestone in the implementation of one of Romania’s largest renewable energy programs.
“The arrival of the panels in Romania demonstrates tangible progress on site and confirms that the project is advancing at a strong pace. It is an important step forward and a clear example of a successful public-private partnership,” said Franck Neel, Member of the Executive Board of OMV Petrom responsible for the Gas and Power business.
“The arrival of the first batch of photovoltaic panels confirms the progress of the renewable energy projects developed in partnership with OMV Petrom and represents an important milestone in implementing the investments outlined in the company’s restructuring and decarbonization plan. These projects contribute to diversifying our generation portfolio and strengthening the long-term development prospects of Complexul Energetic Oltenia,” said Constantin-Cosmin Trufelea, President of the Executive Board of Complexul Energetic Oltenia.
The First 100 MW of Solar Panels Arrive at the Port of Constanța
The first shipments of photovoltaic panels have recently arrived in Romania and were unloaded at the Port of Constanța. From there, the equipment will be loaded onto specialized trucks and transported in stages to the photovoltaic park construction sites.
In total, approximately 1,500 truck deliveries will be required for this large-scale logistics operation, carefully coordinated to allow installation works to begin immediately as the panels arrive on site.
Technical Details of the Solar Panels
The photovoltaic panels are manufactured by a leading global producer and belong to the latest generation of N-type Half-cell Bifacial Modules.
Key technical highlights include:
- Approximately 800,000 photovoltaic panels across the four solar parks—enough to cover an area comparable to Bucharest’s Herăstrău Park, or more than 1,500 football fields.
- The panels are designed to operate efficiently under a wide range of temperatures and solar irradiation conditions, ensuring stable, high-performance electricity generation over the long term.
Installation Works to Begin as Panels Reach the Sites
With the arrival of the first shipments, construction teams will begin installing the panels on the already completed mounting structures. Installation activities will take place simultaneously across the three project locations, in line with the overall construction schedule.
The photovoltaic parks are expected to become operational in 2027, with the electricity generated covering the equivalent annual consumption of approximately 500,000 households.*
A Strategic Investment Supporting the Energy Transition
The total value of the investment exceeds EUR 400 million, approximately 70% of which is financed through the Modernisation Fund. The first funding installment, worth around EUR 70 million, was received in December 2025.
OMV Petrom and CE Oltenia are equal partners in the project, each holding a 50% ownership stake.
Reskilling for the Future: From Mining to Renewable Energy
OMV Petrom supports the RenewAcad program, implemented in partnership with CE Oltenia, through which company employees receive professional retraining for jobs related to renewable energy production. As part of this ongoing initiative, employees have the opportunity to participate in both the construction and operation of the photovoltaic parks.
To date, approximately 255 employees of Complexul Energetic Oltenia have completed the specialization course “Installer for Solar Photovoltaic Systems,” acquiring skills in the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of photovoltaic systems.
The initiative is part of a broader effort that has already trained more than 10,000 professionals to support Romania’s energy transition.
*Estimate based on the average solar capacity factor in Romania and the average household electricity consumption according to data published by the Romanian Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE).