Fiber Forward: HFCL Invests ₹125 Cr to Power Next-Gen Telecom

HFCL, a leading provider of telecommunications infrastructure, has announced a significant expansion of its Intermittent Bonded Ribbon (IBR) cable manufacturing capacity. The company’s Board of Directors has approved an investment of approximately ₹125.55 crore to scale up IBR cable production from 1.73 million fiber kilometers per annum (mfkm/p.a.) to 19.01 mfkm/p.a. at its existing manufacturing facilities in Hyderabad and Goa.

This strategic move is part of HFCL’s broader vision to diversify its optical fiber cable (OFC) portfolio, capture high-value market segments, and accelerate global market expansion, particularly in response to increasing demand from North America and Europe. The company has already secured orders for IBR cables from major hyperscale customers, reflecting strong market confidence in its products and reinforcing HFCL’s position as a key player in this specialized, high-growth segment.

IBR cables are favored for their exceptional performance in high-density fiber deployments, offering benefits such as enhanced flexibility, improved splicing efficiency, and reduced weight—making them an optimal choice for modern data centers and telecom networks.

With the completion of this expansion, HFCL’s total consolidated OFC manufacturing capacity will rise to approximately 42.36 mfkm/p.a.

Jammu & Kashmir Expansion Temporarily Deferred

HFCL also announced a temporary suspension of its proposed expansion project in Jammu & Kashmir, which aimed to add 10 mfkm/p.a. of OFC capacity through its wholly owned subsidiary, HFCL Technologies Private Limited (HTPL). The decision has been made in light of the prevailing trans-border security situation in the region. The company emphasized that the project will remain on hold until the security environment stabilizes and conditions are conducive for industrial operations.

News by Rahul Yelligetti.