Polymatech Electronics has taken a big step in its global expansion by opening a new printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing facility in Estonia. The project, which cost about ₹1,000 crore (roughly 100 million euros), is designed to target high-end segments like defence equipment, aerospace electronics, premium smartphones, and advanced telecom infrastructure.
What the Plant Can Do
The facility has about 10,000 square feet of cleanroom space and advanced machines capable of producing up to 50,000 square meters of high-density, multi-layer PCBs each year. These PCBs are the kinds used when devices need to be compact, reliable, and able to handle large amounts of data — such as in flagship mobile phones or cutting-edge radar systems.
Polymatech says it can make high-speed and high-frequency PCBs, as well as intricate designs with up to 48 layers. This makes it possible to meet the needs of industries that push the limits of electronics, from aerospace to network infrastructure.
Why Estonia and Why Now
The company set up its Estonian arm in late 2024 and began operations earlier this month. The choice of Estonia brings Polymatech closer to European clients and helps it meet the region’s strict quality and manufacturing standards. It’s also part of a shift in strategy — moving from just supplying components to delivering complete, ready-to-use products with a quicker turnaround.
Focus Areas and Market Goals
CEO Eswara Rao Nandam says the plant will play a key role in serving sectors where precision, durability, and advanced design are non-negotiable — defence, aerospace, high-end mobiles, and industrial electronics. European technology partnerships will also help improve innovation and open opportunities in regulated markets.
Part of a Bigger Global Push
This is not Polymatech’s only big-ticket project. The company is also investing heavily in a semiconductor manufacturing facility in Bahrain to produce components for emerging 5G and 6G technologies. Together, these projects point to its ambition to be a major global name in electronics manufacturing, from semiconductors to full-scale PCB production.
Why It Matters
High-quality PCB manufacturing has become strategically important as governments and companies look to secure supply chains in critical sectors like defence and telecom. By building in Estonia, Polymatech can supply European clients without the uncertainties and delays of long-distance sourcing.
For high-end mobile makers and defence contractors, the ability to get complex, reliable PCBs from a trusted partner close to home is a big plus. For Polymatech, it’s a chance to combine Indian expertise with European standards and win a bigger share of the premium electronics market.
Looking Ahead
The company plans to increase capacity by 2027, indicating that it expects strong demand in the years ahead. If all goes as planned, Polymatech could become one of the go-to names for advanced PCB manufacturing not just in Europe, but globally.
Sources: PTI via Rediff Money, The Economic Times, The Week, PTI News, Economic Times Telecom, Manufacturing Today India, CIO Insider India, PTI Newsfeed
