Nokia, Dixon Start Local Manufacturing of Broadband Devices

Demand for fixed broadband services in India has surged in recent years, propelled by the rapid adoption of Fiber to the Home (FTTH) and 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) technologies. In a landmark initiative, Dixon Electro and Nokia have announced the commencement of manufacturing of Fixed Broadband Devices in India.

This collaboration 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 with a production capacity of up to 10 million devices annually, creating approximately 3,000 new jobs and contributing to local economic growth.

Atul B. Lall, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Dixon Technologies, added, “Our partnership with Nokia represents a milestone in India’s manufacturing sector, supporting the vision of a self-reliant India. 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.”

“India’s broadband landscape is evolving at an extraordinary pace, and we’re proud to contribute to this transformation,” said Sandy Motley, VP, Fixed networks, 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.”

Tarun Chhabra, Nokia India Country Head, said “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.”

Nokia’s R&D Center in Chennai will spearhead the design and development of the devices, with Dixon Electro handling large-scale manufacturing. Nokia, a global leader in broadband solutions, currently supports over 50% of India’s FTTH infrastructure, while Dixon, India’s leading Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) company, operates in 23 facilities nationwide and serves over 100 clients. Together, Nokia and Dixon are committed to enhancing connectivity, accelerating India’s digital transformation, and delivering next-generation broadband solutions to Indian homes.