HFCL Announces IBR Cable Capacity Expansion.

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

This strategic expansion aligns with HFCL's goal to diversify its optical fiber cable product portfolio, target high-value market segments, and drive market expansion, particularly in response to rising global demand from North America and Europe. The company already holds orders for IBR cables from large hyperscalers, indicating strong market confidence in its offerings and solidifying its position as a key player in this specialized and high-growth segment.

IBR cables are prized for their superior performance in high-density fiber deployments. They offer enhanced flexibility, improved splicing efficiency, and reduced weight, making them an ideal choice for modern data centers and telecom networks.

Upon the completion of this expansion, HFCL's consolidated optical fiber cable (OFC) manufacturing capacity will reach approximately 42.36 mfkm/p.a.

Jammu & Kashmir Expansion Temporarily On Hold

However, HFCL also announced that its previously proposed expansion of the Optical Fiber Cable manufacturing facility by 10 mfkm/p.a., which was slated to be undertaken through its wholly-owned subsidiary, HFCL Technologies Private Limited (HTPL), has been temporarily put on hold. This decision is attributed to the prevailing trans-border security situation in Jammu & Kashmir, where the expansion was planned. The company stated that in view of the current concerns and associated operational risks in the region, the proposed expansion will remain suspended until the situation stabilizes and a favorable environment for industrial development is restored.