Zhejiang JC Antenna

What Zhejiang JC Antenna does

Zhejiang JC Antenna Co., Ltd. (浙江金乙昌科技股份有限公司, stock code 870493) is a Chinese publicly listed high-frequency antenna manufacturer founded in 2002 and headquartered in Jiaxing, Zhejiang Province. The company designs and manufactures a broad portfolio of antenna products spanning GNSS antennas supporting GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, and QZSS; cellular antennas covering 2G/3G/4G/5G; Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antennas; AM/FM and DAB automotive antennas; ISM-band antennas; combo antennas integrating multiple radio technologies in a single housing; multi-GNSS high-precision antennas for surveying applications; and a flagship 5G Smart Gateway that combines a Quectel 5G NR module, multi-constellation GNSS positioning, V2X, CAN interface, and 8-channel camera input for connected and autonomous vehicle applications. Products serve automotive OEMs (Nissan, Volkswagen, Audi), telecommunications equipment manufacturers (Nokia, Motorola, Datang, SEG), IoT and fleet management customers (Coca-Cola), and emerging segments including smart metering, LPWAN energy, surveying/mapping, and vending-machine telemetry.

The company operates two manufacturing facilities in Jiaxing and Jiashan (Zhejiang) across 8 production lines capable of producing 30,000 antenna units per day, supported by a 2,200 sqm testing center with anechoic chamber, signal generators, and environmental testing chambers. R&D is staffed by 25 engineers delivering approximately 5 new products per month with 30-day custom project turnaround, and quality is enforced by 18 QC auditors. The company holds 13 patents, ISO 9001 and TS16949 quality certifications, and CE, FCC, and ROHS product compliance; it has been recognized as a National High-Tech Enterprise, a National Specialized and Novel "Little Giant" Enterprise, and a Zhejiang Provincial Enterprise Research Institute. Chief Scientist Wang Jiangzhou, a Foreign Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, IEEE Fellow, and IET Fellow, leads technical direction.

JC Antenna's revenue model is B2B hardware sales, combining direct sales to enterprise OEMs with distribution through global electronic-component platforms (Digi-Key, Verical, Alibaba, Global Sources, Made-in-China) and a wholly-owned Hong Kong sales subsidiary. Approximately 70% of production is exported, primarily to Europe and America, with sales reaching 50+ countries. Pricing is quote-based and project-driven with 14-day standard delivery and 30-day custom project lead times, indicating a customized, specification-led commercial model rather than catalog/off-the-shelf retail.

Name

Zhejiang JC Antenna

Legal name

Zhejiang JC Antenna Co., Ltd.

Website

https://jinchanggps.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Zhejiang JC Antenna is a Chinese public manufacturer (NEEQ: 870493) of high-frequency antennas for GNSS, cellular (2G-5G), Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, and automotive applications, serving OEMs including Nissan, Volkswagen, Audi, Nokia, and Motorola, with 70% of output exported across 50+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wireless Antenna Manufacturing

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220), Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33422), Communications Equipment Manufacturing (3342)

SIC

Radio & Tv Broadcasting & Communications Equipment (3663), Electronic Connectors (3678)

akta.pro primary industry

RF & Wireless Components/Modules (RF front-end, antennas, industrial wireless modules) (IMAGAJAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

RF Front-End Modules (FEMs) & Integrated RF Modules (HDAHAMAA), RF & Microwave Connectors and Coaxial Assemblies (HDAHAOAD)

Keywords

• High-frequency antennas
• GNSS positioning antennas
• 5G communication antennas
• Automotive antenna systems
• IoT wireless antennas

Headquarters

HQ city

Jiaxing

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Antenna Product Sales: Manufacturing and sale of high-frequency antennas including GPS, GNSS, 4G/LTE, 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AM/FM, DAB, and combination antennas. Products are sold to automotive manufacturers, IoT companies, telecommunications providers, and energy sector customers. Export accounts for 70% of revenue with sales to Europe, America, Asia, Middle East, Africa and Australia.
2. 5G Smart Gateway Systems: Sale of integrated 5G communication and high-precision positioning gateway systems for vehicle networking and autonomous driving applications
3. Cables & Connectors: Sale of antenna-related accessories including RF cables, connectors (SMA, SMB, MCX, FAKRA), and cable assemblies

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Zhejiang JC Antenna manufactures and supplies high-frequency wireless antennas including GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo GNSS antennas, 2G/3G/4G/5G cellular antennas, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antennas, AM/FM automotive antennas, and combination/multi-function combo antennas. The company also produces integrated 5G smart gateway systems for connected vehicles and supplies RF cables and connectors. Products are sold primarily to automotive OEMs, telecom equipment makers, IoT device manufacturers, and surveying companies.

Product overview

Zhejiang JC Antenna Co., Ltd. (浙江金乙昌科技股份有限公司, stock code: 870493) is a national high-tech enterprise specializing in high-frequency antenna manufacturing since 2002. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of antenna solutions organized into major product categories: Smart Antennas for multi-function integration, GNSS Antennas for satellite positioning (GPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo), Wireless Antennas covering 2G/3G/4G/5G cellular technologies, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Antennas for IoT connectivity, Auto Pre-Market Antennas including shark fin and T-box designs for automotive applications, ISM Band Antennas for industrial applications, Combo Antennas combining multiple technologies, AM/FM Antennas for automotive entertainment, and Multi-GNSS High Precision Antennas for surveying and centimeter-level positioning. Additionally, the company offers a 5G Remote Vehicle Control System integrating 5G communication, GNSS positioning, V2X, and CAN interfaces for connected/autonomous vehicles, along with Cables & Connectors for system integration. Individual product models include JCA series for positioning antennas (JCA211, JCA042, JCA002, JCA003), JCB series for combo antennas (JCB305L, JCB057, JCB312LM, JCB305LM, JCB046LM), JCE series for advanced combo solutions (JCE605NR4WM, JCE046, JCE056), JCF series for automotive antennas (JCF071), JCG series for cellular/WiFi/LPWAN antennas (JCG016, JCG017, JCG046LM, JCG196, JCG409, JCG410L), JCW series for WiFi/Bluetooth (JCW410), and JCD series for LoRa (JCD114LR). The 5G Smart Gateway represents their flagship IoT/vehicle connectivity product. With 28 years of industry experience and 13 patents, 70% of products are exported to Europe and America, serving major customers including Nissan, Nokia, Motorola, Coca-Cola, Volkswagen, and Audi.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Smart Antenna Multi-functional integrated antenna solutions combining multiple communication technologies in a single housing for enhanced connectivity and signal performance in IoT, automotive, and industrial applications.
• GNSS Antenna Global Navigation Satellite System antennas supporting GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo constellations for navigation, tracking, fleet management, and surveying applications.
• Wireless Antenna (2G/3G/4G/5G Cellular) Cellular communication antennas covering 2G, 3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G NR frequency bands for IoT, automotive telematics, fleet management, and M2M connectivity applications.
• Wi-Fi Antenna Wi-Fi and Bluetooth dual-band antennas for wireless local area network connectivity in IoT devices, consumer electronics, and industrial wireless applications.
• Auto Pre-Market Antenna (Shark Fin / T-BOX / Position) Automotive-grade antennas including shark fin multi-function antennas, T-BOX antennas for telematics, and position antennas for vehicle navigation. Used by automotive OEMs for connectivity, navigation, and radio reception.
• Multi-GNSS High Precision Antenna

Quantifiable outcome

• Positioning accuracy ≤10cm with differential positioning (outdoor, -135dBm)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Digi-KeycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized global distributor for JC Antenna products. Provides worldwide distribution channel for electronic component sales.
• VericalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distribution partnership for component sales.
• AudiflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerMajor automotive OEM customer sourcing shark fin antennas, T-BOX antennas, and automotive antenna systems for vehicle production.
• VolkswagenflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerMajor automotive OEM customer sourcing automotive antenna systems.
• NissanflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerAutomotive OEM sourcing vehicle antenna products.
• NokiaflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerTelecommunications equipment manufacturer sourcing antenna products.
• MotorolaflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerTelecommunications equipment manufacturer sourcing antenna products.
• Coca-ColaminorOthersBeverage company sourcing fleet management and tracking antennas for vending machines and distribution fleet.
• TelitcoreTechnology or IntegrationIoT module manufacturer partnership for integrated antenna solutions.
• NECcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partnership for integrated communication solutions.
• PioneercoreTechnology or IntegrationConsumer electronics partnership for automotive entertainment and navigation systems.
• Pulse ElectronicscoreTechnology or IntegrationElectronic components partnership for antenna and connectivity solutions.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Taoglas: Taoglas is a global antenna and RF solutions vendor serving IoT, automotive, and connected-vehicle markets with GNSS, cellular, Wi-Fi, and combination antennas. It is a direct comparable to JC Antenna in target customers, product mix, and customization model.
• Pulse Electronics (Yageo): Pulse Electronics, now part of Yageo, supplies antennas and RF components including GNSS and automotive antennas. It is a listed technology/component partner of JC Antenna and a direct peer in the high-frequency passive antenna market.
• Laird Connectivity: Laird Connectivity designs and manufactures antennas and wireless modules for industrial IoT, automotive, and telematics applications. It is highly comparable to JC Antenna in GNSS, cellular, and combination antenna offerings for B2B/embedded use cases.
• Harxon Corporation: Harxon is a Chinese manufacturer of high-precision GNSS antennas and positioning modules for surveying, precision agriculture, and autonomous systems. It is a direct peer in multi-GNSS high-precision antennas, competing in the same surveying and mapping end markets.

Broad incumbents

• Molex: Molex is a major manufacturer of electronic interconnect solutions, including RF connectors, cable assemblies, and automotive antenna systems. It overlaps with JC Antenna in the cables & connectors line of business and in automotive telematics RF components.
• TE Connectivity: TE Connectivity is a large global supplier of electronic components, including antennas and RF connectors for automotive and industrial applications. It is a broad incumbent that competes with JC Antenna in automotive OEM RF/antenna sockets and in connectors/cable assemblies.
• PCTEL (Now Amphenol RF): PCTEL (acquired by Amphenol) provides antennas and wireless testing solutions for industrial, IoT, and public-safety applications. It is a broad incumbent in the RF antenna space with significant overlap to JC's IoT and industrial antenna portfolio.
• Kathrein (Ericsson): Kathrein, now part of Ericsson, is a major European antenna manufacturer for mobile networks, automotive, and IoT. It is a broad incumbent with deep automotive OEM relationships, comparable in automotive antenna technology to JC Antenna's shark fin and T-BOX products.
• Comba Telecom: Comba Telecom is a Hong Kong-listed wireless infrastructure vendor producing base-station antennas, RF subsystems, and wireless solutions. It is a broad incumbent comparable in RF/antenna manufacturing, with additional wireless infrastructure exposure JC does not have.

Emerging players

• Tallysman Wireless: Tallysman specializes in GNSS and Iridium antennas for positioning, tracking, and timing applications. It overlaps with JC Antenna's GNSS product line, particularly in surveying, fleet management, and asset tracking, though it is smaller and more niche.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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