Nokia Expands Exports from India; Strengthens Partnership With Vodafone Idea

Telecom equipment giant Nokia is now exporting up to 70% of its production from India, further reinforcing the ‘Make in India’ initiative.

Tarun Chhabra, Senior Vice President and Country Head of Nokia India stated that the company’s export share fluctuates between 30% and 70%, with last year’s exports standing at 50%, primarily consisting of radio equipment.

Earlier, on Wednesday, Nokia announced its support for Vodafone Idea’s phased rollout of 5G services, supplying the telecom operator with its latest 5G and 4G baseband and radio modules.

Additionally, Nokia is actively involved in expanding Vodafone Idea’s 4G network by deploying new sites, adding advanced technology, and increasing spectrum bandwidth.

Nokia Plans Extensive Network Expansion

By March 2025, Nokia aims to deliver over 60,000 technology sites and set up thousands of new 4G sites.

The company is also deploying ultra-lean sites to enhance connectivity in densely populated urban regions.

Tarun Chhabra asserted, “As the demand for reliable and high-performing networks continues to grow, our collaboration with Vi will help address the emerging requirements of retail consumers and businesses.”

“We achieved very fast delivery and deployment of 5G and 4G sites for Vi. The partnership also demonstrates our resolve to empower our partners with cutting edge technology, fostering enhanced connectivity and unlocking new business opportunities,” he further added.

Nokia is deploying its AirScale portfolio, which includes Multi-Radio Access Technology (RAT) baseband units and radio modules powered by its energy-efficient ‘ReefShark System-on-Chip’ technology, aimed at delivering superior network coverage and capacity.

Vodafone Idea’s Chief Technology Officer, Jagbir Singh, emphasized the significance of this partnership, stating, “We are working closely with Nokia to provide the 5G services to our customers at earliest. The quick 4G expansion by Nokia, too, shall enhance Vi’s coverage and capacity, enabling us to offer superior customer experience.”

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