HFCL Inaugurates Defence Manufacturing Facility in Hosur to Boost Domestic Defence Manufacturing

• The facility will produce advanced Thermal Weapon Sights, Electronic Fuzes, High Capacity Radio Relay (HCRR) and Surveillance Radars, designed to meet the evolving needs of India’s armed forces as well as global defence forces.
• The facility has a manufacturing capacity of up to 5,000 Thermal Weapon Sights, 2,50,000 Electronic Fuzes for artillery guns and 1,000 units each of HCRR and Ground Surveillance Radars, annually.
• The defence manufacturing facility includes 10,000 Class and 1,00,000 Class clean rooms dedicated to the production of Thermal Imaging Core and Thermal Weapon Sights.

HFCL Limited, a leading technology enterprise and integrated next-gen communications product and solution provider announced the inauguration of its advanced defence equipment manufacturing facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu on December 23, 2024. This strategic milestone underlines HFCL’s commitment to strengthening India's self-reliance in defense manufacturing, in line with the nation’s Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.

The inauguration ceremony was graced by Chief Guest Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, former Secretary Department of Defence R&D, Chairman Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Scientific Advisor to Defence Minister, and Guests of Honour Dr. (Smt.) Chandrika Kaushik, Director General- Production, Coordination & Services Interaction, DRDO, and Lt. General Rajeev Sabherwal. In his address, Dr. Reddy urged HFCL to focus not only on reducing the import burden but also on becoming a global exporter of top-quality defense products.

The new facility is dedicated to producing cutting-edge defense technologies, including HFCL’s indigenously developed Thermal Weapon Sights, Electronic Fuzes, High Capacity Radio Relay (HCRR) systems and Surveillance Radars tailored to meet the evolving needs of India’s armed forces. The facility is poised to manufacture up to 5,000 Thermal Weapon Sights, 250,000 Electronic Fuzes, 1,000 units each of High Capacity Radio Relays and Ground Surveillance Radars annually, addressing the critical requirements of India’s armed forces and contributing to the nation’s expanding defense export portfolio.

HFCL's defence manufacturing facility

Mahendra Nahata, Managing Director- HFCL

The new facility is strategically designed to meet the growing demand for high-precision defense technologies. It features a 10,000 Class and 1,00,000 Class clean rooms facility for TI Core and Thermal Weapon Sights production, ensuring the highest standards of quality and reliability. With a strong focus on quality, reliability, and innovation, HFCL aims to emerge as a leader in defense technology, providing solutions that meet the stringent demands of modern military operations worldwide.

Mr. Mahendra Nahata, MD, HFCL stated, “HFCL is proud to inaugurate this advanced defence equipment manufacturing facility in Hosur, which symbolizes our unwavering dedication to innovation, excellence, and national progress. This facility will allow us to deliver world-class defense technologies to armed forces, enabling them to operate with greater efficiency and confidence in critical missions.”

The Thermal Weapon Sights designed by HFCL represent a technological breakthrough, providing exceptional performance across diverse environments. Compatible with small arms such as rifles, light machine guns (LMGs), and rocket launchers, these sights offer features like high-resolution imaging, lightweight design, extended battery endurance and compliance with stringent MIL-STD 810 and JSS 55555 standards.

HFCL’s Electronic Fuzes, including Percussion, Proximity and Time Fuzes, are engineered for precision and adaptability, meeting critical defense requirements with their advanced programmable features and safety mechanisms.

The HCRR systems, designed for tactical networks, support secure and high-speed communication at 100Mbps. These systems feature Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multi-Point configurations, adaptive power control and Frequency Hopping to ensure secure, long-range data transmission in challenging environments.

HFCL’s Surveillance Radars, utilizing FMCW technology, offer rapid detection of threats such as moving persons, vehicles and even crawling targets. These compact, lightweight radars are ideal for border security, perimeter monitoring and counter-drone operations.

The Hosur facility will play a vital role in enhancing India’s defense capabilities and contribute significantly to the Country’s export potential. By investing in indigenous manufacturing and R&D capabilities, HFCL strengthens India’s strategic independence in the defense sector while also creating new opportunities for employment and skill development in the region. This new facility is poised to become a hub of innovation, equipped with advanced manufacturing technologies to ensure unparalleled quality and precision. It will play a vital role in enabling the production of next-generation defense solutions that cater to the rigorous operational demands of modern military applications.

HFCL Secures Order worth INR 623 Crores for Indigenously Manufactured 5G Networking Equipment

HFCL Limited (HFCL), India's leading technology enterprise and integrated next-gen communications product and solution provider, has secured a purchase order of INR 623 crores for the supply of indigenously manufactured 5G networking equipment. This is first such large order for 5G networking equipment placed on any Indian company by any telecom service provider. This strategic win is a testament to HFCL’s vision of designing and manufacturing high technology telecom equipment in India.

HFCL has been investing in building its end-to-end portfolio of 5G networking equipment which transforms telcos’ access, transport and last-mile networking requirements.

As per industry estimates, the global 5G last-mile equipment market is projected to reach USD 68 billion by 2030. This transformation is set to play a significant role in the global surge in 5G technology demand, projected to witness a remarkable CAGR of 48.3%, as per a recent report from the Future Market Insights.

The newly secured purchase order underscores HFCL's commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions tailored to the unique needs of the telecom landscape. Moreover, with enormous export market potential, these indigenously developed products are in line with the country's “Make in India for a Global Stage” vision. HFCL with its strategy is rightly positioned to not only bolster revenue but also enhance profitability leading to increased returns for the shareholders.

Mr. Mahendra Nahata, Managing Director of HFCL, stated, “With India being at the forefront of 5G rollout and technological evolution, HFCL remains steadfast on the path of innovation and progress. Our recent order wins are clearly a testament that our strategy of moving from projects to margin accretive products, launching new products, reaching out to new customers and new geographies is paying off well and will bolster our position even further in 2024.”

India has seen the fastest 5G rollout in the world and the market for 5G equipment remains strong in India. With its focus on innovation and strong customer relationships, HFCL is amongst the top few players well poised to cease these emerging market opportunities in India and abroad. HFCL's products not only meet the current demands but also contribute to India's broader vision for technological leadership. With a strong emphasis on quality, innovation and a commitment to a 'Make in India' approach, HFCL is well-placed to strengthen its prowess in the global 5G landscape.

HFCL is a leading technology company specialising in creating digital networks for telcos, enterprises and governments. Over the years, HFCL has emerged as a trusted partner offering sustainable high-tech solutions with a commitment to providing the latest technology products

to its customers. HFCL’s strong R&D expertise coupled with its global system integration services and decades of experience in fibre optics enable it to deliver innovative digital network solutions required for the most advanced networks.

The Company’s in-house R&D Centres located at Gurugram & Bengaluru along with invested R&D Houses and other R&D collaborators at different locations in India and abroad, innovate a futuristic range of technology products and solutions. HFCL has developed capabilities to provide premium quality Optical Fibre and Optical Fibre Cables, state-of-the-art telecom products including 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) products, 5G Transport Products, WiFi Systems (WiFi 6, WiFi 7), Unlicensed Band Radios, Switches, Routers and defence electronics products.

The Company has state-of-the-art Optical Fibre and Optical Fibre Cable manufacturing plants at Hyderabad, Optical Fibre Cable manufacturing plant in Goa and in its subsidiary HTL Limited at Chennai.

HFCL is a partner of choice for its customers across India, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa and USA. HFCL’s commitment to quality and environmental sustainability inspires it to innovate solutions for the ever-evolving customer.

HFCL Launches India’s 1st Indigenously Designed and Developed 2 Gbps Unlicensed Band Radio (UBR) for Enterprises and Telcos

• HFCL’s 2 Gbps Unlicensed Band radio (UBR) is a transformative product, ideal for 5G Radio Access Network backhauling and carrier-grade enterprise last-mile connectivity.
• It is indigenously designed and developed with latest semiconductor and software capabilities
• 2 Gbps UBR along with HFCL’s other wireless networking product line can be managed and monitored in real-time using HFCL’s AI-powered Unified Cloud Network Management System (UcNMS)
• Emerging opportunities in industrial IoT, smart cities and public safety sectors are expected to fuel market demand for 2 Gbps UBRs among Indian enterprises and key global markets.
• 5G wireless backhauling with 2 Gbps UBR will enable HFCL’s customers to save up to 75% on the total cost of ownership (TCO) in comparison with the licensed/traditional backhaul solutions. 

HFCL Limited (HFCL), a leading technology enterprise and integrated next-gen communications product and solution provider has showcased its commitment to offer innovative technology solutions with the launch of India’s first 2 Gbps Unlicensed Band Radio (UBR) and Unified Cloud Network Management System (UcNMS) at the India Mobile Congress 2023, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

HFCL’s 2 Gbps UBR is indigenously designed and developed to revolutionize last-mile wireless connectivity and bridge the digital divide challenge in the country with fiber-like speeds and efficient spectrum utilization, with its adaptive radio frequency (RF) technology. Marking a significant leap in offering 5G backhauling and carrier[1]grade enterprise wireless connectivity, the launch of Make-in-India 2 Gbps UBR positions HFCL as a dominant player in the growing Indian and global UBR market. This innovative product offers a low-latency, 2 Gbps connectivity solution which can operate across an extended 5GHz frequency range. It is designed for easy installation, effortless management, high reliability and has advanced security features to protect from external threat vectors. Further, in comparison to traditional backhaul solutions, 5G wireless backhauling with 2 Gbps UBR will enable HFCL’s customers to save up to 75% on the total cost of ownership (TCO).

In tandem, HFCL has also launched its Unified Cloud Network Management System (UcNMS) to offer easy management and monitoring of its 2 Gbps UBR and other wireless and wireline products in its portfolio. The AI-powered UcNMS is designed to control, monitor and manage access points, switches and UBR devices. It is a comprehensive, end-to-end solution which also creates customized ecosystem, tailored for seamless third-party integration via Open APIs. HFCL’s UcNMS offers AI-based predictive analysis that can anticipate problems and suggest troubleshooting steps to avoid network interruptions. UcNMS facilitates network management and application control, allowing telcos and enterprise customers to seamlessly integrate and adapt to the needs of their customers’ requirements. UcNMS is highly flexible and scalable, allowing customers to deploy it basis the size and architecture of their network. It offers on-premise, private as well public cloud deployment models.

With consumers and enterprises increasingly adopting digital processes, the demand for high-capacity wireless connectivity has been growing exponentially. The market potential for 2 Gbps fixed wireless solution is poised for significant growth fueled by Industrial IoT, smart cities and public safety sectors. Additionally, industries like banking, healthcare, mining, education, hospitality and retail among others are also poised for a revolution in the backdrop of solutions such as these.

Founded by Mr. Mahendra Nahata in 1987, HFCL is a leading technology company specializing in creating digital networks for telcos, enterprises, and governments.

The company has strong R&D expertise coupled with its global system integration services and decades of experience in fibre optics that has enabled it to deliver innovative digital network solutions required for the most advanced networks. Over the years, HFCL has been a partner of choice for customers across India, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa and USA and has operations in 60+ countries.