The deal was for US$130.8 million (approx) according to Wistron’s report. wistron.com
New Factory Line / Diversification
Wistron has approved an initial investment of US$20 million for a new factory line in Karnataka. The Financial Express
This new line is expected to support a future laptop manufacturing facility. The Financial Express+1
The new facility will also include an after-sales service production line. The Financial Express
Other Indian Subsidiaries / Focus Areas
After exiting much of its iPhone business, Wistron continues in India via other subsidiaries:
ICT Service Management Solutions (India) – handles import-export, service, and maintenance operations. The Financial Express
Smartiply India – works on IoT products and Internet-platform development. The Financial Express
Wistron Automotive Electronics (India) – focuses on automotive electronics manufacturing and R&D. The Financial Express
Future Plans
Wistron is planning a new electronics production unit in Telangana, India, with a proposed investment of around ₹1,000 crore. Machine Maker+2The Financial Express+2
This facility will focus more on non-iPhone hardware. The Times of India
Global Manufacturing Profile of Wistron (Parent Company)
Wistron is an ODM (Original Design Manufacturer) & EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) provider. esg.wistron.com
It designs and manufactures notebook PCs, desktops, servers, storage systems, handheld devices, etc. Wikipedia
It provides end-to-end services: design → manufacturing → after-sales. LinkedIn+1
Key Takeaway
Wistron Infocomm Manufacturing (India) has shifted its business model: it is no longer focused purely on iPhone assembly (since Tata acquired its plant), but is expanding into laptops, after-sales, IoT, and automotive electronics.
Globally, Wistron is a major contract manufacturer for a wide range of ICT products.