Suntech shelters from polysilicon squeeze

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Supply deal with Nitol Solar expected to ease continuing concerns over polysilicon shortages

Photovoltaic (PV) solar cell manufacturer Suntech Power Holdings has closed a $100m (£54m) deal with polysilicon vendor Nitol Solar as part of a long-term polysilicon supply arrangement that will see Nitol...

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