Wireless communication company to create jobs
Birmingham-based Novocomms is expanding its operations following a successful funding round, paving the way for new opportunities and economic growth in the West Midlands.
The company, which specialises in designing and manufacturing innovative antennas for various markets, is set to hire additional engineers and salespeople, move to new office premises, and create 100 jobs by September 2025. Thirty of these roles will be created in the next six months.
Founded by Dr. Sampson Hu, a University of Birmingham alumnus, Novocomms holds over 100 global patent applications.
With its global headquarters in Birmingham and a subsidiary in Suzhou, China, the company’s antenna technology is used in a wide range of wireless devices, including laptops, tablets and smartwatches. By offering smaller, more efficient antennas with better performance and lower power consumption, Novocomms is helping to transform the wireless communication industry.
As part of its growth strategy, Novocomms is focusing on three innovative technologies which are crucial to the future of wireless communication: customised antenna systems for consumer and commercial electronics, advanced millimetre-wave technology for infrastructure products, and innovative antenna solutions for mobile satellite terminals.
Novocomms is one of the strategic partners of vivipari Group, a company investing in new technology and the ecosystem for smart city and IoT projects. vivipari Group includes ivivi, which provides turnkey solutions and one-stop services for smart city projects, and vivipari Technology Limited, which focuses on designing wireless subsystem devices for the IoT ecosystem. These strategic partnerships enable Novocomms to offer complete solutions for IoT ecosystems, ensuring seamless integration with wireless communication systems.
Dr. Hu’s vision for Novocomms is to leverage the company’s expertise in antenna technology to contribute to the development of smart cities, smart agriculture, smart ports, smart healthcare, smart transportation, and smart grids. This, in turn, will drive economic growth in the West Midlands and solidify the region’s reputation as a hub for innovation and cutting-edge technology.
Dr Colin Tucker, chairman of Novocomms, said: “Our recent funding round and the upcoming expansion of our team will not only create new job opportunities but also contribute to the overall growth of the West Midlands economy. We are proud to be part of the region’s innovative ecosystem and look forward to further establishing Novocomms as a leader in wireless communication technology.”
Hu said: “Our commitment to innovation and economic development is positioning Novocomms as a driving force for positive change in the West Midlands, attracting both local and international attention. As we continue to expand and develop our cutting-edge antenna technologies, the potential for further growth and investment in the West Midlands is undeniable.”
