29 November 2024

Dixon Electro Appliances Private Limited has entered into an agreement with Nokia Solutions and Networks OY (Nokia) for the development and manufacturing of fixed broadband devices in India.

“Demand for fixed broadband services in India has surged in recent years, driven by the rapid adoption of Fiber to the Home (FTTH) and 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) technologies. Dixon Electro and Nokia have announced the commencement of manufacturing of Fixed Broadband Devices in India,” said Dixon in an exchange filing.

The collaboration between Dixon Electro and Nokia will produce GPON, 5G FWA, and Mesh Wi-Fi devices capable of delivering up to one gigabit per second per home. Dixon Electro has established a dedicated manufacturing facility in Noida with a production capacity of up to 10 million devices annually, supporting the growing demand for broadband connectivity and creating approximately 3,000 new jobs. With this initiative, Nokia now adds 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) and Wi-Fi beacons to provide a complete in-home broadband toolkit for Indian operators.

“As we begin local production of these advanced broadband devices, Dixon reaffirms its commitment to expanding India’s electronics ecosystem. This collaboration empowers us to bring best-in-class devices to the market while boosting job creation and economic growth at the local level,” said Atul B Lall, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Dixon Technologies.

“India’s broadband landscape is evolving at an extraordinary pace, and we’re proud to contribute to this transformation,” said Sandy Motley, VP of Fixed networks at Nokia. “Through this partnership, we aim to support India’s transition to a digitally connected future, leveraging Nokia’s expertise in FTTH and FWA technologies.”
“Nokia sees huge opportunity with 4G and 5G in high growth and high data consumption market like India. By manufacturing locally, we’re not only aligning with the Make in India initiative but also fostering an environment where innovation, job creation, and community empowerment thrives,” said Tarun Chhabra, Nokia India Country Head.

Nokia’s R&D Center in Chennai will oversee the design and development of the devices, while Dixon Electro will handle the manufacturing. Nokia currently supports over 50% of India’s FTTH infrastructure, while Dixon operates 23 facilities nationwide and serves over 100 clients.