In partnership with VVDN, Ericsson aims to redefine local telecom manufacturing, with antennas made in India and set to power global 5G and 6G networks.
Swedish telecom equipment maker Ericsson has launched its first passive antenna manufactured in India. The new model, developed in partnership with Indian firm VVDN Technologies, will be produced at a facility in Manesar, Haryana. Commercial availability is set for June, with international shipments starting in July.
Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurated the facility on Monday. The minister hailed the development as a milestone in India’s digital transformation and manufacturing capabilities, calling it “the birth of a facility that will power the networks of tomorrow.”
The plant is part of Ericsson’s broader strategy to boost local manufacturing, sourcing, and engineering. Passive antennas are crucial for 5G and future 6G networks, as they transmit and receive electromagnetic waves for wireless communication.
Mikael Eriksson, Head of Ericsson Antenna Systems, described the facility as a “long-term investment in capability, talent, and technology,” stressing its role in supporting high-performance and energy-efficient networks.
Ericsson began manufacturing in India in 1994 and continues to expand its presence through initiatives such as its Bengaluru R&D unit and Global AI Accelerator.
Managing Director Nitin Bansal noted that the ‘Made in India’ antennas will serve both domestic and global markets, reinforcing India’s role as a high-tech manufacturing hub.
Minister Scindia also credited the government’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme and liberalised FDI policies for driving investment. Over ₹40 billion has been invested under the PLI scheme, leading to ₹800 billion in production and over 34,000 jobs.
