Array Technologies to Acquire APA Solar for $179 Million
Deal News | Jun 18, 2025 | Globenewswire
Array Technologies has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire APA Solar, LLC for an enterprise value of $179 million, representing a multiple of 7.6x APA's trailing 12 months EBITDA (excluding 45X credits). This acquisition aims to expand Array's addressable market by nearly 40% through the addition of domestically manufactured engineered foundations and fixed-tilt solutions. It also enables Array to offer an integrated tracker and foundation system suitable for challenging soil conditions. This transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2025, subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions, and is anticipated to be accretive to Array's adjusted EPS in year one before synergies. Following the acquisition, Array will continue as a leader in providing advanced solar tracking technology, combining their expertise with APA’s foundations to present an innovative combination to the market. APA will thus strengthen Array's product portfolio and bolster U.S. manufacturing capabilities with a new facility in Ohio. The financial structure includes $168 million in upfront cash, $42 million deferred consideration, and a performance-based earnout of $40 million in Array stock. The existing management of APA, including CEO Josh Von Deylen, will remain with the company to lead the Foundation Solutions Business of Array, positioning it strategically to excel in utility-scale and commercial solar projects.
Sectors
- Renewable Energy
- Manufacturing
Geography
- United States – Both ARRAY Technologies and APA Solar are U.S.-based companies, and the acquisition emphasizes expansion of U.S. manufacturing capabilities.
Industry
- Renewable Energy – The article discusses the acquisition of APA Solar, a provider involved in solar energy solutions, which is a significant aspect of the renewable energy industry.
- Manufacturing – APA Solar's expansion of U.S. manufacturing facilities in Ohio as part of the acquisition highlights the role of manufacturing in the production of solar engineering solutions.
Financials
- $179 million – Enterprise value of the transaction for the acquisition of APA Solar.
- 7.6x – Multiple of APA's trailing 12 months EBITDA excluding 45X credits.
- $168 million – Upfront cash consideration in the transaction.
- $42 million – Deferred consideration payable in the transaction.
- $40 million – Performance-based earnout value in ARRAY common stock.
- High-single-digit percentage – Expected accretion to Adjusted EPS in year one before synergies.
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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Array Technologies, Inc. | Acquirer | Company | A leading global provider of solar tracking technology for utility-scale solar energy projects. |
APA Solar, LLC | Target Company | Company | A leading provider of engineered foundation solutions and fixed-tilt mounting systems for solar projects. |
Jefferies LLC | Financial Advisor | Company | Served as the exclusive financial advisor to ARRAY Technologies in the transaction. |
Kirkland & Ellis | Legal Advisor | Company | Provided legal advisory services to ARRAY Technologies for the acquisition. |
Donelly Penman & Partners | Financial Advisor | Company | Acted as exclusive financial advisor to APA Solar. |
Rupp, Hagans & Bohmer, LLP | Legal Advisor | Company | Provided legal advisory services to APA Solar. |
Eastman & Smith | Legal Advisor | Company | Contributed legal advisory services for APA Solar. |
Kevin G. Hostetler | CEO | People | Chief Executive Officer of Array Technologies, sharing his excitement on the acquisition. |
Josh Von Deylen | CEO | People | Chief Executive Officer of APA Solar, voicing support for the acquisition and its potential benefits. |
Joe Von Deylen | COO | People | Chief Operations Officer of APA Solar, commenting on the strategic importance of the acquisition. |