In an exclusive interview at FES Iberia 2025, Héctor Erdociain, Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Technology Officer of Chemik Group, announced that the company expects to achieve 50% growth in 2025 compared to the previous year. This progress is based on a strategy centered on technological loyalty, project visibility, and a strong commitment to innovation and regional expansion.
According to the executive, this year’s target is already starting to materialize: “As of today, we are on budget, so we are happy,” he confirms. This is sustained growth, even amid the slowdown in key markets such as Spain and Colombia, which in previous years had shown more momentum. The key, he explains, has been proactive planning and the development of tailored solutions for each client.
This scenario becomes even more relevant when considering that the Spanish solar market is currently experiencing a slowdown, affected by zero or even negative prices and reduced predictability. “The Spanish market in 2025 is quite a bit slower,” notes Erdociain, adding that “in spring we’re seeing zero or negative prices at specific moments,” which complicates planning for many players in the sector.
Nonetheless, Chemik plans to increase its volume of installed gigawatts in the country compared to 2024. “We’re going to install more gigawatts this year than we did last year in Spain, and that’s an achievement,” he states.
One of the company’s major initiatives to consolidate its leadership is a new product currently in its final testing phase, aimed at solving post-installation safety issues in solar parks. Although the executive refrained from providing technical details, he did confirm that its market launch is expected soon. “We are already running real field tests with the product; I think in a month we’ll be able to say it’s ready,” he points out.
The innovation stems from the need to improve the reliability of projects once operational—something that had previously been underserved by conventional solutions. “We saw that something more needed to be done to provide safety to projects once they’re installed,” Erdociain explains. The goal is for this new development to become a competitive differentiator by 2026, the year in which the company expects to begin commercial scaling of the product.
This growth is not due to a rise in demand, but rather to deeper client relationships, as returning customers continue to choose Chemik thanks to differentiated solutions. “Delivering value to clients through unique products ensures they continue working with you,” affirms Erdociain, who emphasizes that the investment in R&D has allowed them to gain visibility and predictability on upcoming projects—two critical factors for manufacturers. This enables Chemik to plan in advance and form the necessary teams to respond under optimal conditions, minimizing contingencies and ensuring high operational standards.
Chemik’s regional performance in 2025 is diverse. Erdociain notes that while traditional markets like Colombia are slowing, others have shown unexpected momentum. “Chile has surprised us. Peru is a very interesting market. The United States is very strong for us,” he says. Meanwhile, Mexico has yet to take off, but the company remains optimistic about its reactivation.
He also shared these insights during the panel discussion “Solar Energy and Storage Trends in Spain: Leaders’ Vision” at FES Iberia 2025, where he emphasized that Chemik’s international performance is a result of early project planning and a deep understanding of local technical demands.
A core tenet of Chemik’s philosophy is planning based on real project visibility. This allows them to adapt internal capacity, anticipate logistical needs, and offer more efficient technical responses. “It’s very important for manufacturers like us to be able to plan ahead for the projects that will take place throughout the year,” says Erdociain. This approach is, for the company, one of the silent engines behind its strong performance.
With this vision, Chemik Group has secured a solid position in the solar PV sector. The balance between expansion, client retention, and technological innovation remains its formula for sustainable growth—even in volatile market conditions.
