AIKO Partners with Solar Team Twente to Power Innovation in the 2025 World Solar Challenge
May 10th, 2025
AIKO, a global leader and innovator in Back Contact (BC) technology, is proud to announce its partnership with Solar Team Twente, providing high-efficiency solar cells for their solar-powered vehicle competing in the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge. This collaboration underscores AIKO’s commitment to advancing solar innovation and supporting the next generation of clean energy pioneers.
The Bridgestone World Solar Challenge is the world’s premier solar car race, challenging solar race teams to design and build the most efficient solar-powered vehicles for a 3,000-kilometer journey across Australia. Solar Team Twente, known for its engineering excellence and competitive spirit, has achieved multiple top-three finishes in the World Solar Challenge. Renowned for their innovative vehicle design and precise energy management, the team continues to be a leading force in solar mobility. With AIKO’s advanced solar technology, they aim to set new benchmarks in the 2025 race.
AIKO’s high-performance solar cells will play a crucial role in maximizing the energy efficiency of Solar Team Twente’s vehicle. Engineered for superior conversion efficiency and durability, AIKO’s advanced solar technology ensures optimal power output under real-world conditions—essential for sustaining performance throughout the race.
Jessica Zhang, CMO of AIKO, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership: “We are excited to collaborate with Solar Team Twente in their pursuit of solar excellence. Their dedication to innovation aligns perfectly with AIKO’s mission to accelerate the adoption of high-efficiency solar solutions. By supporting their journey in the 2025 World Solar Challenge, we continue to demonstrate our commitment to advancing sustainable energy.”
Daniël Blik, Team Manager of Solar Team Twente, highlighted the importance of AIKO’s support: “Partnering with AIKO gives us access to some of the most advanced solar technology on the market. AIKO’s Back Contact (BC) solar cells give us a real edge—delivering superior efficiency by capturing more light with fewer losses. In a race where every watt counts, having access to this level of cell technology is a game-changer. As a leader and innovator in BC technology, AIKO helps us maximize performance and drive solar mobility to new heights.”
This partnership reinforces AIKO’s role as a key enabler of solar innovation beyond traditional applications. By empowering solar race teams with industry-leading technology, AIKO contributes to the development of next-generation solar solutions that can inspire broader adoption of clean energy worldwide.
About Solar Team Twente
Seventeen students with one common goal: building the most efficient solar car in the world. That is Solar Team Twente. By participating in various solar races around the globe, the team challenges the boundaries of existing technology every year.