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New MVNO lets users donate to the charity of their choice just by using a mobile plan
New UK MVNO turns everyday mobile spend into a recurring donation channel for charity partners. Read it ›
eSIM Go named a Sample Vendor in three Gartner Hype Cycles™ for 2026Gartner names eSIM Go a Sample Vendor in three 2026 Hype Cycles, covering enterprise communications, IoT and private networks.
eSIM Go shortlisted for two MVNOs World AwardsWe're shortlisted in two categories at this year's MVNOs World Awards: eSIM Trailblazer of the Year and MVNE/A of the Year. Both nominations point to the same story. The UK MVNO market is opening up to a new generation of brands, and the way we've built our platform is helping them get there faster.
eSIM Go are finalists for two Channel Champions AwardseSIM Go has been recognized in two categories: Service Provider Sales & Account Management Team of the Year, and Service Provider Technical Support & Engineering Team of the Year.
eSIM Go secures funding round led by TNS Global to support geographical expansion and MVNO leadershipLatest investment round targets further profitable growth and geographic reach built on solid foundations in Travel eSIM and MVNO
eSIM Go and CSG empower UK mobile brands with real-time subscriber intelligenceLONDON, UK — May 6, 2026 – eSIM Go today introduced the tech stack behind its UK MVNE platform that gives UK mobile brands real-time visibility of subscriber activity and network performance, while maintaining a low barrier to market entry.
eSIM Go and Tekmoni’s MVNE technology partnership paves way for new mobile brands in 2026eSIM Go represents the final piece of the puzzle as experienced Tekmoni team primes first community-based UK MVNO launches
eSIM Go powers ZIM Connections’ expansion into UK domestic mobile marketLaunch of ZIM’s Monthly eSIM Plans showcases eSIM Go's role in simplifying UK MVNO market entry
Why IDEMIA belongs in the eSIM Go ecosystemIDEMIA Secure Transactions and eSIM Go empower businesses with secure, scalable eSIM services across 190+ countries
eSIM Go named a Champion Vendor in Travel eSIM Enablement by Kaleido IntelligenceeSIM Go named Champion Roaming Vendor in Kaleido Intelligence's latest report on Travel eSIM Enablement.
Putting your brand front and centre: eSIM Go launches customisable eSIM user experience for API partnersCustom eSIM branding enables a seamless branded eSIM experience for your customers.
eSIM Go recognised in four Gartner Hype Cycles™ for 2025eSIM Go continues its prominence in key industry reports
What iOS 26 changes for partners selling travel eSIMApple has rebuilt the travel eSIM experience on iPhone: quicker installs, activation on arrival and automatic plan switching. What iOS 26 means for partners.
The iPhone Air is eSIM only. Here is what it means for your mobile propositionApple's first worldwide eSIM-only iPhone means the SIM tray is on its way out. What the iPhone Air means for your mobile proposition.
UK MVNO state of the nationThe UK MVNO market, barriers to entry and how eSIM technology is making it easier than ever to launch your own UK mobile network.
Owning the connection: Why your brand should become an MVNOBuilding value through your own branded UK mobile network service. Forward-thinking brands are turning to Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) models as a smart way to deepen loyalty.
5 MVNO challenges for UK brands (and how to overcome them)Brands are actively seeking innovative methods to boost customer engagement, foster loyalty, and generate new income. Launching a UK Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) has become a compelling tactic to achieve these aims.
Three UK joins the platform's Breeze-enabled familyIn an industry first, select Three UK business trial participants receive a complimentary data eSIM, experiencing Three's proposition alongside their …
Why brand alignment matters in the travel eSIM spaceTravel eSIMs are a must-have for modern travelers, offering a compelling, cost-effective way to stay connected while crossing borders. But the real competitive advantage lies not just in offering eSIM products in this burgeoning market, but in how they’re branded and delivered to customers.
eSIM Go invites budding UK MVNOs to join early access programmeWhether you're new to UK mobile or have long-held ambitions to enter the market, the eSIM Go ‘UK MVNO Early Access Programme’ makes it easy for any business of any scale to launch a fully-branded UK mobile service before the end of summer 2025.
How Are Airports Diversifying Into Revenue-Generating Markets?For a long time, airports have been missing out on a bigger piece of the theoretical travel “pie”, by staying firmly boxed into the label of “transit hubs” for passengers and cargo.
eSIM Go partners with Vodafone UK to remove MVNO barriers to entry for businesses of all sizesVodafone UK and eSIM Go have agreed a contract that paves the way for any organisation operating a subscription model to provide UK mobile services easily, quickly and without upfront risk, cost or commitment.
OTAs to combat direct booking surge with enhanced loyalty initiativesNew data highlights a significant shift in the hotel booking landscape, with travelers increasingly favoring direct bookings through hotel digital channels over OTAs. As this trend gains momentum, mobile connectivity is poised to become the critical battleground in the fight for customer loyalty.
Brazilian fintech, Nomad, leverages eSIM Go’s API for global connectivity to over 2 million customersBrazilian fintech giants, Nomad launch their new eSIM offering to their 2 million customers having partnered with eSIM Go.
eSIM the winner as handset makers face offWhile much analysis has focused on each of the big OEMs’ latest AI capabilities, there’s an important, less visible, trend: the collective push towards incorporating eSIM technology as a significant component of the mobile future.
35+ prime airport touchpoints for promoting travel eSIMsWe look at the 35+ airport touchpoints on the end-to-end passenger journey from departure to arrival, and how each is suited to promoting travel eSIM offerings at every step.
Mobile payments and eSIM: working hand in hand towards a connected futureAs 'tapping to pay' with digital cards reaches its tipping point in consumer adoption, we chart the similarities and synergies with eSIM-enabled digital mobile
How the global eSIM market is shaping up for the futureeSIMs have been on an exceptional growth curve throughout the past years, particularly throughout 2022-now, with thanks to some key brands making eSIM more mainstream. Take a look at why eSIMs are a must for businesses.
eSIM Go named a ‘Sample Vendor’ in 3 Gartner Hype Cycles™Brand visibility grows as enterprises and CSPs tracking the “eSIM” category through multiple lenses see eSIM Go named among exclusive vendor list
Ten kinds of business making mobile pay with eSIM GoAirports, airlines, banks, comparison sites, a baggage handler in Chile: ten kinds of business selling mobile data under their own brand with eSIM Go.
Confused.com rewards travel insurance customers with eSIM data plansThe top UK comparison site rewards every travel insurance customer with an eSIM mobile data plan, enabled via Breeze, a solutions partner on the eSIM …
Lufthansa Group brings branded travel eSIM to four airlinesLufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines and Brussels Airlines passengers get branded travel eSIM data plans, enabled via Breeze on the eSIM Go platform.
Could your business add mobile? Nine business types that already haveNine kinds of business already selling mobile under their own brand, from travel eSIM stores to MNOs, VPN providers and crypto marketplaces.
The eSIM era – unleashing new opportunities for brands with eSIM technologyEvery once in a while, a new technology emerges that rewrites the old rules and creates opportunities that were previously impossible. This is exactly what’s happening with eSIM (embedded SIM) – a disruptive digital SIM technology that is transforming the traditional mobile landscape.
eSIM Go joins the ITUeSIM Go is now a member of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU).
The eSIM entrepreneur guide to eSIM provider due diligenceLaunching an eSIM business? We've come up with 16 questions you should ask when selecting your perfect eSIM provider.
SWISS launches global travel eSIM for passengersThe airline's travel eSIM service, enabled via Breeze on the eSIM Go platform, gives passengers convenient, affordable data in 150+ countries.
Why mobile data plans and customer loyalty programs are made for each otherAs consumer expectations shift, traditional loyalty schemes are falling short. Enter eSIM mobile data plans, a game-changer in the realm of customer loyalty programs.
Fraport Group to transform data roaming for 180 million travellersThe airport group harnesses the platform, via Breeze, to offer a global travel eSIM service to millions of its passengers.
eSIM Go expands global coverage and joins GSMAeSIM Go widens its Digital Mobile Ecosystem, offering Tier 1 MNO connectivity across 1,000+ networks. Joining GSMA as an Industry Member signals commitment to mobile innovation.
Western Union's digital wallet launches worldwide eSIM data roamingWestern Union's digital wallet customers can roam like at home in 150+ countries, and gift eSIMs to family and friends anywhere, enabled by eSIM Go.
Emtel launches eSIM Voyaz to transform international roaming for MauritiusMauritian travellers use eSIM Voyaz by Emtel, enabled via Breeze on the eSIM Go platform, for affordable data roaming in 150+ countries.
How eSIM connectivity adds value to fintech subscriptionsNeobanks rely on connectivity, just like their customers. For neobanks that run digitally, the onus is on optimizing the value of monthly subscriptions. Customers weighing up a premium banking-as-a-service plan expect to see compelling benefits.
Why roaming is a customer loyalty killer for MVNOs – and how to fix itA strong reputation for customer experience is highly prized by MVNOs. But there’s a customer effort paradox at the heart of the MVNO proposition – a blindspot in the digital customer journey where the CX is extremely high effort.
Blue Islands champions passengers' freedom to roamChannel Islanders gain access to affordable mobile data in 150+ countries through the airline's service, enabled via Breeze on the eSIM Go platform.
Reimagining airport revenue with eSIMAirports are under increasing pressure to innovate and adapt. It’s an era of rapid transformation, with millions being spent on building upgrades, digital innovation, sustainability and enhanced customer experiences.
What is a smart airport and where do eSIMs fit in?Smart airports improve operational efficiency, passenger experience and sustainable development. But where do eSIMs fit in?
The 4 need-to-know travel trends for 2024There’s no shortage of 2024 predictions for the global travel sector. We've rounded up the key things you should prepare your business for.
Why 5G belongs in your travel eSIM bundlesEnd users who have 5G at home expect it abroad. Why 5G belongs in your travel eSIM bundles, and how it sells bigger bundles and more top-ups.
eSIM Go launches the Service Partner DirectoryA community of approved independent specialists, expert in the eSIM Go API, available to help adopters build product, strategy and go-to-market.
Icelandair joins the mobile data jet setThe Icelandic flag carrier offers passengers eSIM mobile data bundles, enabled via Breeze on the eSIM Go platform.
What to look for in a great wholesale eSIM partnerMinimum expectations when assessing eSIM providers
Airports are getting to know their customers better with eSIMMapping the path to personalized passenger experiences