GP Joule assumes technical oversight of the Frankenförde solar farm, transitioning from the EPC service to a service contract with PARQ Energy
In a significant stride towards renewable energy, GP JOULE has been appointed as the general contractor for PARQ Energy in the development and technical operation of a 60-hectare solar park in Frankenförde, Brandenburg. The solar park, with an installed capacity of approximately 73 megawatts, is set to contribute significantly to Brandenburg's energy transition goals.
As the general contractor, GP JOULE will oversee the construction and management of this large-scale photovoltaic installation, with the aim of optimising its performance and efficiency. In terms of technical operation, GP JOULE typically offers comprehensive services including plant monitoring, maintenance, performance optimisation, and grid management. While specific operational details for the Frankenförde solar park are not yet detailed, GP JOULE's role implies responsibility for the park's ongoing operational management.
GP JOULE brings a strong track record in renewable energy to the table, particularly in photovoltaics and wind energy. They have multiple projects across Germany and Europe under their belt, providing full lifecycle services from planning and construction to operations. Their expertise in handling large solar parks, such as this one in Brandenburg, is well-established.
The partnership with PARQ Energy reflects PARQ’s role as project owner and investor, who have chosen GP JOULE for their technical and operational expertise in large renewable installations. PARQ Energy covers the entire value chain from site identification to operation and is known for developing future-oriented energy solutions for municipalities, industry, and property owners.
The solar park, once commissioned, will be maintained by GP JOULE's own on-site team in Brandenburg. GP JOULE's control room will provide comprehensive monitoring for the Frankenförde plant. The tasks entrusted to GP JOULE for technical operation include transparent reporting, maintenance, lawn care, inspection, repair, and later technical optimisations.
For more information about the project, please contact GP JOULE's press office at [email protected] or +49 (0) 4671-6074-213. Mobile: +49 (0) 160-1540265.
PARQ Energy has been actively driving the energy transition since 2022, and this partnership marks another step forward in their mission. GP JOULE SERVICE's quality management has continuously improved its performance, having been certified according to ISO 9001 by TÜV Nord since 2019. The company also completed a comprehensive audit for critical infrastructure by the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) in spring 2025.
Lukas Weisel, project manager at PARQ Energy, expressed his pleasure about the decision to continue working with GP JOULE, while Markus van Hümmel, Managing Director of GP JOULE SERVICE, expressed his pleasure about the follow-up order from PARQ Energy for the GP JOULE group.
The solar park in Frankenförde is expected to be a beacon of renewable energy in Brandenburg, furthering the region's commitment to a sustainable future.
- GP JOULE, with their expertise in renewable energy and comprehensive services offered for the technical operation of large-scale solar parks, has been chosen as the general contractor by PARQ Energy in the development and maintenance of the 73-megawatt solar park in Frankenförde, a move that signifies a significant investment in the renewable-energy industry by finance.
- Once commissioned, the Frankenförde solar park will be maintained by GP JOULE's on-site team, further strengthening their role in the renewable-energy sector, with regular tasks including lawn care, maintenance, repair, and later technical optimizations, leading to the park's efficient energy production.
