Ericsson Unveils India-Manufactured Antenna for Global Export

Ericsson has announced the release of its first antenna model manufactured in India for global markets. The antenna, unveiled at an event attended by the Union Minister for Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, will be commercially available from June, with international exports beginning in July.

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Self-Reliant Antenna Ecosystem in India

Ericsson is expanding its passive antenna manufacturing and engineering ecosystem in India—building end-to-end capabilities that include local sourcing, production, and engineering. These solutions are specifically designed to meet both global and Indian network requirements.

The company stated that it began this initiative one year ago with a focused effort to develop the local ecosystem and establish component and antenna manufacturing in India. “With more than 50 percent of antenna content now produced locally, Ericsson is entering the next phase: evolving its India-based engineering capabilities to support regional adaptation, accelerate innovation, and scale with global demand,” the company said on Monday, June 30, 2025.

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India’s Role in Global 5G Infrastructure

“We are committed to building an end-to-end antenna ecosystem in India—one that includes local sourcing, production, and engineering,” said Mikael Eriksson, Head of Ericsson Antenna System, Ericsson. “This is a long-term investment in capability, talent, and technology. Our advanced passive antennas play a vital role in the evolution of 5G networks globally, and with our growing local presence, we can deliver future-ready solutions that meet the changing needs of our customers.”