21.11.11

Griesheim, 21 November 2011

RALOS New Energies AG will tap into one of the most important markets of the future with a strong partner. Together with the Schweizer Group, solar parks and powerful large-scale power plants are to be planned, developed and, after realisation, monitored and maintained in the Asia-Pacific region.

In the first step, the cooperation partners will become involved in China. Declarations of intent are already in place in regard to the planning of parks in two of the most important eco cities (Guangzhou Knowledge City and Nanjing Eco Hightec Island). These projects are based on an agreement between China and Singapore to build together socially-responsible, environmentally-friendly, resource-conserving cities in China.

The RALOS Board of Directors regards this cooperation as beneficial for both companies, resulting from their individual strengths on the basis of their common roots as medium-sized enterprises. Alongside its successful core business of PCBs, in which it has established an excellent name with a correspondingly mature network in the region, Schweizer would like to take up a further business area with the production of highly efficient photovoltaics modules. RALOS has operated in the photovoltaics business since 1991. It is thus one of the industry pioneers. Alongside this experience it also brings the recommendation of approximately 2,000 completed projects with the highest levels of customer satisfaction since 2010. RALOS is a quality leader in the industry for systems producing energy reliably over a period of 20-25 years. A key factor driving success is the rigorous responsibility and control across the entire (value-added) process from system planning, construction to service (operating & maintenance). For this reason, the company is a reliable contact for its customers for the entire production period.

About Ralos:
Since 1991, Ralos New Energies AG has specialised in the renewable energies growth market, with a particular focus on photovoltaic systems and is thus an industry pioneer. With subsidiaries and distribution companies in Germany, Spain, Italy, Great Britain, France, Canada, Dubai and soon in Asia, RALOS New Energies AG is positioned in attractive photovoltaic markets, not only the world's largest in Germany, but also on an international basis. RALOS New Energies AG is listed (ISIN DE 000 520 3004). Board of Directors: Martin Meurer (CEO / CFO) und Benjamin Jansen (Chief Sales Officer)

About Schweizer:
Schweizer Electronic AG is a leading manufacturer of high-quality PCBs, innovative solutions and services for automotive, solar and industrial electronics. Based on acknowledged technology and consultancy expertise, Schweizer products and systems address central challenges in the areas of power electronics, embedding technology and cost reduction and feature energy- and environmental protecting characteristics. Together with its partners, Contag GmbH and Meiko Electronics Co. Ltd., the company offers cost-enhanced and production-optimised solutions for small, medium and large series and in this network employs over 13,000 staff in Germany, Japan, China and Vietnam.

In 2010, with approximately 750 employees, Schweizer generated sales of EUR 105.4 million. Founded in 1849 and managed by family members, the company is listed on the Stuttgart Stock Exchange (ticker symbol SCE, ISIN DE 000515623).

The Board of Directors