ENA Sectors 2025-04-23 15:37:49 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Apr 23 (KNN)</strong> Ericsson, the Swedish telecommunications equipment manufacturer, is expanding its manufacturing operations in India through a partnership with local electronics contract manufacturer VVDN.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This expansion adds India to Ericsson's existing global manufacturing locations in Mexico, Romania, and China that export equipment internationally.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">A portion of the antennas produced in India will be exported, positioning the country as a key location in Ericsson's global supply chain.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The company seeks to better align product development with customer needs across various regions through this strategic move.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The expansion further integrates India into Ericsson's global network while supporting the company's operations within the country.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">By June 2025, Ericsson plans to localize all passive antenna production for the Indian market.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This investment aims to achieve faster delivery times, closer collaboration with local partners, and better alignment with customer requirements.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The initiative also supports India's ongoing 5G network rollout while strengthening Ericsson's supply chain responsiveness both domestically and internationally.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px"> Antennas are the starting point of network operations, said Mikael Eriksson, Head of Ericsson Antenna System.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">He mentioned, Our work in India improves delivery and brings operations closer to customers. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Ericsson has a long history in India, beginning operations in 1903 and establishing local manufacturing in 1994. Since then, the company has collaborated with Indian telecom providers on various network deployments, including the introduction of the Ericsson Radio System and early 5G technology demonstrations.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The expanded Ericsson Antenna System production is led by Ericsson teams with support from suppliers. This approach is designed to maintain global standards while remaining responsive to industry changes.</span></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:14px">(KNN Bureau)</span></strong></em></p> 41833 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/ericsson-expands-manufacturing-in-india-through-vvdn-partnership 2025-04-23 15:37:49 knnindia.co.in