Mission Critical Rail Networks See Technology Push With Avantel in the Mix

SATCOM hub equipment worth ₹13.82 crore will be supplied to the Centre for Railway Information Systems with execution planned by June 2026

Avantel Limited has received a purchase order valued at ₹13.82 crore, inclusive of taxes, from the Centre for Railway Information Systems for the supply of SATCOM Hub Equipment. The order is scheduled for execution by June 2026 and reflects ongoing investments in strengthening communication infrastructure supporting Indian Railways operations.
According to the company, the SATCOM Hub Equipment will be deployed to support secure, reliable and scalable communication networks for the Centre for Railway Information Systems. The equipment is intended to enhance operational efficiency and improve digital connectivity across rail operations, in line with broader modernisation efforts within the railway ecosystem.

The engagement forms part of continued collaboration between technology providers and public sector institutions focused on mission critical communication requirements. Through this assignment, Avantel Limited will contribute to communication systems designed for large national infrastructure networks, where reliability and security remain central considerations.
Avantel has stated that the engagement aligns with national initiatives such as Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat, with the objective of supporting domestic capabilities in defence and communication technologies. The company has highlighted its role in contributing to national security and the growth of the domestic defence ecosystem.

Commenting on the development, Siddhartha Abburi, Director at Avantel Limited, said the company was honoured to receive the order from the Centre for Railway Information Systems. He noted that the engagement reinforces Avantel’s focus on delivering secure and dependable communication solutions for large scale national infrastructure projects and reiterated the company’s commitment to supporting self reliance through the development and deployment of critical communication technologies within India.
Founded by Dr. Vidyasagar Abburi, Avantel Limited has been operating in the strategic communication space for over three decades. The company specialises in advanced communication products, radar systems and network management software, with capabilities spanning satellite communications, radar subsystems, software defined radios and defence electronics.

Through its ongoing engagements, Avantel continues to position itself as a technology partner for mission critical applications, supporting communication needs across defence and infrastructure sectors.

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