Mobilise has partnered with Gist Mobile to introduce a travel eSIM service, offering global data plans and virtual phone numbers accessible through smartphones in more than 180 countries.
The new service eliminates the need for traditional roaming fees or local SIM cards, enabling seamless connectivity for travellers at competitive prices. Mobilise's patented HERO platform powers the eSIM functionality within Gist Mobile's app, enabling easy activation on Android with a single tap and a straightforward QR code setup on iOS devices.
Hamish White, CEO of Mobilise, remarked on the increasing demand for connectivity among travellers: "Travel eSIMs are a growing market – our own survey revealed that over 73 per cent of travellers consider remaining connected abroad on their mobile device, using mobile data, an important part of travelling. And in particular, Gen Z and Millennials are keen to find a cost-effective, simple ways to achieve this."
Gist Mobile's new offering is positioned as a full-service telecoms option, allowing users to combine data plans with international calls and SMS at competitive rates. This provides an alternative to the traditional options of purchasing costly roaming packages from home networks or local SIM cards at destinations.
Aramide Adebanjo, co-founder of Gist Mobile, explained the service's travel connectivity potential: "At Gist Mobile, we're redefining how we travel and stay connected by making communication seamless, affordable, and stress-free. Forget about complicated prepaid plans, juggling multiple phones, and dealing with unreliable WiFi. With Gist Mobile, you are no longer concerned about roaming charges, protecting your privacy, or finding the right sim-card while abroad, we offer the choice, flexibility, and freedom to connect effortlessly around in the world."
Adebanjo further highlighted the service's features: "Our game-changing combo plans provide all-inclusive minutes, texts, and data in top destinations around the globe. For the first time ever, travellers and digital nomads can travel and connect like a local, no matter where they are."
The collaboration builds on Mobilise's experience in developing digital-first telecommunications solutions through its HERO platform, which has been integrated with various service providers' systems and third-party services globally.
The travel eSIM service is set to benefit travellers by simplifying connectivity processes, offering them the option to manage their mobile connectivity options conveniently through a smartphone app, with additional features anticipated in the future.
