Ascent Solar Technologies Establishes Partnership with Darley Defense to Expand Thin-Film Solar Product Access Across Defense and Government Markets
Key Highlights
- ➤Ascent Solar partners with Darley Defense to expand thin-film PV access across defense markets
- ➤Partnership combines Ascent’s CIGS products with Darley Defense’s procurement channels
- ➤Applications include military operations, tactical communications, remote sensors and unmanned aerial sensors
- ➤Paul Warley says partnership advances Ascent’s strategy in defense, space and high-value industries
Expert Statements
Paul Warley, Chief Executive Officer of Ascent Solar Technologies
“This partnership with Darley Defense advances our commercial strategy of growing our presence in defense, space and other high-value industries in need of durable, reliable power solutions in strenuous conditions.”
Paul Warley, Chief Executive Officer of Ascent Solar Technologies
“As military operations become increasingly reliant on advanced electronics deployed in dangerous environments, the durability of our thin-film products will play a crucial role in providing the power generation needed to carry out mission objectives.”
Paul Warley, Chief Executive Officer of Ascent Solar Technologies
“Together, with Darley Defense’s established relationships within these markets, we plan to accelerate the adoption of our thin-film solar technology for applications in need of reduced logistical burdens and enhanced operational efficiency.”
THORNTON, Colo., Oct. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: ASTI) (“Ascent” or the “Company”), the leading U.S. innovator in the design and manufacturing of featherweight, flexible thin-film photovoltaic (PV) solutions, today announced a new partnership with Darley Defense, a leading global provider of defense, fire and emergency services equipment, to expand access to Ascent’s thin-film PV products throughout defense, federal, space and public sector markets.
The partnership will combine Ascent’s CIGS solar products with Darley Defense’s established procurement channels and robust reach across the defense and government sectors. This further enables market penetration and supports the Company’s ongoing mission to simplify how military and government customers evaluate, procure and deploy its advanced solar solutions to meet a broad range of power generation needs.
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