Keysight announces end-to-end test equipment manufacturing in Chennai to diversify global supply chain

The local operations will include PCB assembly, calibration, testing and final shipping, with components sourced both domestically and globally.

Keysight Technologies has announced plans to begin local manufacturing of test and measurement hardware in Chennai, India, expanding its global production footprint.

The company positions India as a supply base for both domestic and international markets.

The company will roll out the facility in phases, with an initial focus on high-precision test equipment used across mission-critical sectors.

The move marks Keysight’s entry into hardware manufacturing in India, where it has so far maintained a presence across R&D, engineering, and sales.

Keysight’s APAC VP and GM, Sudhir Tangri, told CRN India, “When we talk about manufacturing, it refers to end-to-end manufacturing operations in any location where we operate. This includes the entire value chain, from sourcing components to PCB assembly, followed by calibration, testing, quality control, and finally shipping.”

“The fundamental goal behind setting up manufacturing operations in India is to diversify global supply chains. If only assembly is done locally, that objective is not fully met. That is why the focus is on a more complete, end-to-end manufacturing setup.”

“India’s manufacturing ecosystem is still evolving. Not all required components are currently available locally. While a significant number of components can be sourced within India, some still need to be imported,” Tangri said.

Targets semiconductor, defence, AI and research demand

Chennai-based manufacturing will support customers in aerospace and defence, government R&D, industrial sectors, and academic and research institutions.

By producing locally, the company aims to streamline procurement timelines and improve access for Indian customers, while also supporting global fulfilment.

The move comes as demand rises for advanced test and measurement systems driven by sectors including semiconductors, AI infrastructure, and next-generation wireless technologies.

In semiconductors, the company’s equipment supports design validation and production testing.

In aerospace and defence, it provides testing systems for radar, electronic warfare, and satellite applications.

The company also targets demand from quantum research and national laboratories, universities, and engineering institutions.

The expansion aligns with government-led initiatives, including Make in India, Semicon India, and the National Quantum Mission, which are driving investments in domestic manufacturing and advanced research.

India’s electronics manufacturing sector is expected to exceed $300 billion by 2026, creating sustained demand for testing and validation systems.

As enterprises and research institutions scale advanced technology development, local manufacturing is expected to reduce lead times and improve supply chain resilience.

The announcement can be seen as a broader shift among global technology companies to expand manufacturing presence in India as part of efforts to diversify supply chains and align with regional demand.