The Made in India licensing model has enhanced the ability of Aviat to serve India's growing microwave market.

Austin, Texas, USA, October 5, 2026 / PRNewswire / -- Aviat Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq ticker: AVNW), a specialist in wireless transmission and access solutions, today announced a manufacturing licensing agreement with Dixon Electro Appliances Private Ltd. ( Dixon ) for designated products within the Aviat WTM 4000 series in India. Under the agreement, Dixon will manufacture and sell the approved products for certain Indian telecom operators, while Aviat will retain its intellectual property rights and continue to provide software and services.

This model enables Aviat to expand its coverage in India's growing microwave infrastructure market without being constrained by the typical limitations of traditional contract manufacturing models. Indian customers will benefit from "Made in India" radio equipment and local supply chain support, which helps to improve response times and reduce logistical challenges such as the complexity of international transportation and import delays. This collaboration also expands Aviat's already extensive business presence and capabilities in India, including research and development, maintenance and return services across the subcontinent, as well as logistics and deployment services.

"India represents one of the largest growth opportunities in the global microwave market," said Pete Smith, President and CEO of Aviat Networks. "This model enables Aviat to serve this growing market while focusing resources on innovation, software, services, and customer relationships."

Aviat It is estimated that the demand for microwave markets in India over the next four years will be around 250,000 links. This manufacturing licensing structure provides an scalable platform to seize this opportunity and is expected to bring a higher-quality, more capital-efficient growth model to the shareholders of Aviat.

About Aviat Networks

Aviat is a leading expert in the field of wireless transmission and access solutions, committed to providing customers with reliable products, services, and support. Aviat has sold over 1 million systems in 170 countries around the world. Communication service providers and private network operators, including state/local governments, utilities, federal governments, and defense organizations, entrust their critical applications to Aviat. With a long history of innovation in microwaves, Aviat also offers comprehensive localization expertise and support services to help customers significantly simplify their networks and lives. For over 70 years, Aviat's experts have been providing high-performance products, simplified operations, and the best overall customer experience. Aviat is headquartered in Austin, Texas. For more information, please visit www.aviatnetworks.com, or follow Aviat Networks on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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