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AirLink Communication is preparing to bring another international mobile brand under its local assembly portfolio.
The company revealed this during a recent corporate briefing, confirming that talks are underway but no formal agreement has been signed yet.
Management shared that preparations are already in progress to support this new partnership within its Lahore-based manufacturing facility.
Boost for Local Production and Employment
AirLink already assembles several global smartphone brands in Pakistan. Adding another will increase production capacity and align with the government’s push for local manufacturing.
This move aims to reduce reliance on imports, cut production costs, and create more local jobs. It also reflects growing confidence from international brands in Pakistan’s rapidly developing tech ecosystem.
Supportive government policies and incentives have made local assembly far more attractive. Instead of importing fully built units, companies now see value in assembling devices domestically, which helps save foreign exchange and build local expertise.
Pakistan’s Mobile Manufacturing on the Rise
Pakistan’s mobile manufacturing industry is booming. In July 2025, local production surpassed 3.5 million units, showing a remarkable 123% year-on-year growth, according to official figures. TechJuice covered this recently, suggesting that Pakistan witnessed a significant rise in local production, with 22.78 million handsets manufactured or assembled between January and September 2025.
This surge highlights the success of Pakistan’s import-substitution policy, encouraging firms to invest in local assembly rather than imports.
AirLink says its Lahore facility is fully equipped for large-scale production and already contributes significantly to Pakistan’s mobile output. The company also hopes to expand exports once regulatory approvals for certain models are granted.
Paving the Way for a Self-Reliant Tech Industry
AirLink’s upcoming partnership marks another step toward a self-sustaining technology manufacturing base in Pakistan. If finalised, the new brand could attract more players to invest locally, boosting innovation, employment, and exports.
While the brand name remains undisclosed for now, this development signals Pakistan’s growing potential as a regional smartphone assembly hub.
