About Panasonic Wireless & IoT

Over a century of innovation, from the first radio components to today's AI-powered wireless platforms. We are building the intelligent connectivity infrastructure that will define the next decade.

Panasonic wireless R&D lab

Connectivity That Thinks, Adapts, and Evolves

Founded in 1918, Panasonic has been at the forefront of every major communication revolution — from analog radio to digital cellular, from wired broadband to wireless IoT. Today, our 3,200-strong R&D team is pioneering AI-driven wireless networks that self-optimize, self-heal, and self-scale.

Our mission: make intelligent connectivity accessible to every enterprise, in every industry, across every geography.

Key Milestones

1918

Founded in Osaka, Japan, beginning with radio component manufacturing and electrical devices.

1985

Entered the telecommunications component market with first-generation RF modules for cellular base stations.

2002

Launched first WiFi module product line, establishing a foothold in enterprise wireless connectivity.

2015

Pioneered industrial IoT module platform with NB-IoT and LoRa dual-mode capability, reaching 50+ country certifications.

2020

Deployed first O-RAN compliant 5G small cell platform, partnering with 15 Tier 1 carriers for private 5G networks.

2025

Released AI-powered spectrum management platform and NTN-capable satellite IoT modules, reaching 120-country presence.

Our Core Values

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Relentless Innovation

18% of revenue invested annually in R&D. We do not follow technology trends — we create them.

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Global Responsibility

Every module designed for minimal environmental impact. ISO 14001 certified with a 40% carbon reduction target by 2030.

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Open Collaboration

Active O-RAN Alliance and LoRa Alliance contributor. Our open SDK empowers 2,000+ third-party developers.

Engineering Excellence

8,500+ patents. Zero-defect manufacturing philosophy. Every module tested to IEC, FCC, CE RED, and TELEC standards.

Operating Across 120 Countries

With R&D centers in Osaka, Munich, San Jose, and Shanghai, plus manufacturing in 8 countries, Panasonic delivers local expertise with global consistency.

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R&D Centers
8
Manufacturing Sites
28K+
Employees
120
Countries Served

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Whether you are a startup building your first IoT product or a carrier deploying a nationwide 5G network, Panasonic has the expertise and technology to help.

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