New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Leading Japanese computer maker Fujitsu Ltd. plans to set up a new manufacturing unit in India by 2007.

"India's software services market is growing in a big way. India has achieved tremendous growth in telecommunications as well," Toshihiko Ono, corporate senior executive vice president of Fujitsu Ltd, told IANS.

"Looking at India's growth, we are planning to invest in this country. We are going to set up a manufacturing unit by 2007 in India. For these we are in talks with various government agencies."

He added: "By 2008 we have plans to venture into the wireless business with greater focus on Wi-max (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access) as I know the market is booming."

"Though this is my first visit to India, now I plan to come here more often and I see a lot of business here," Ono emphasised.

Fujitsu currently operates in India through seven subsidiaries. It also has plans to expand its channel presence in the country by launching new products.