Flexible solar cell firm G24i has shipped its first batch of photovoltaic modules, to Hong Kong-based consumer electronics bag manufacturer, Mascotte Industrial Associates.
Headquartered in California, G24i's manufactures its dye sensitised solar cells (DSSC) on roll-to-roll equipment in South Wales.
"The shipment of modules to Mascotte marks an important milestone for G24i, making it the first commercial manufacturer of DSSC technology for mass consumer use in the world," said G24i.
DSSCs were invented by Professor Michael Gratzel at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL) in Lausanne.
G24i acquired a license to manufacture the technology in 2006, with unlimited worldwide distribution rights.
Mascotte will unveil its solar bags, which are intended to recharge portable items as well as carry them, at the Hong Kong Electronics Fair this week.