Ericsson Antenna Systems (EAS), fully managed by the Ericsson Team, launches a local passive antenna production in collaboration with VVDN Technologies. Through this, Ericsson expands its manufacturing footprint in India. Marking this, Ericsson plans to localize the production of 100 percent of antennas for the Indian market. 

This paves a win-win situation for Ericsson as well as the Indian industry. This will empower the Indian industry to seek customized and India-specific antennas in whatever quantity they want without worrying about geopolitical or geographical conditions. On the other hand, this will empower Ericsson’s ability to respond with greater agility to evolving market needs, both regionally and globally. It will also reinforce Ericsson’s role in building a reliable, robust, and high-performing mobile network.

Strengthening the Supply Chain for Local and Global Needs 

This initiative by EAS adds India to Ericsson’s global manufacturing footprint, which already includes facilities in Mexico, Romania, and China, further diversifying and future-proofing the company’s supply network. As per the company, a significant portion of antennas manufactured in India will be exported, establishing the country as a strategic hub within Ericsson’s global supply chain. 

Localizing Production to Boost Next-Generation Networks

"At Ericsson, antennas are critical, serving as the entry point to enhanced network performance and innovation,” says Mikael Eriksson, Head of Ericsson Antenna System. “Expanding in India strengthens our ability to deliver cutting-edge technology at speed, closer to where our customers are building next-generation networks.”

Through this, Ericsson is accelerating time-to-market and enabling deeper local technology collaboration in the Indian market. 

Supporting Future Technologies

With antennas now being designed and manufactured in India—both for domestic use and global markets—Ericsson and EAS are redefining the future of network infrastructure through a resilient, customer-centric supply chain. EAS’s advanced antenna solutions empower operators to build high-capacity, reliable networks that can keep pace with the increasing data demands of 5G and beyond.

Stronger Protection Against Disruptions 

"This expansion reflects our commitment and long-term investment in India’s industrial and digital future," says Nitin Bansal, Managing Director, Ericsson India. "By localizing production and building out a robust ecosystem, Ericsson is ensuring faster deployment, increased responsiveness, and stronger protection for its customers against environmental or external disruptions."