Telus announced Wednesday it has partnered with Korean budget telecom provider FreeTelecom to launch the FreeTelecom Dual Plan, allowing customers to access both Korean and Canadian mobile services on a single device.
Calling it “an industry-first mobile solution,” Telus said in a press release the service offers significant cost savings compared to traditional international roaming. Built on Telus’s network, the service “addresses the unique connectivity needs of Korean residents, working holiday, students, and business travelers who spend time in both countries,” Telus said.
This strategic partnership with Telus makes FreeTelecom the first Korean telecom to enter the global market, according to the press release.
“A key differentiator of the FreeTelecom Dual Plan is its included KR Basic Plan, which enables authentication for Korean banking services and government websites, a critical feature for Korean expatriates managing financial and administrative needs across borders,” the release said. “This functionality significantly enhances convenience for users maintaining ties to Korea while living in Canada.”
“Our partnership with FreeTelecom represents TELUS’ commitment to serving Canada’s diverse communities with innovative solutions,” Kal Amery, vice president of global carrier solutions at Telus, said in the company’s announcement. “The FreeTelecom Dual Plan delivers exceptional value for customers who maintain connections across Korea and Canada, leveraging our reliable network to provide seamless international connectivity.”
“Through our collaboration with TELUS, we’re delivering locally tailored solutions that meet the evolving needs of Korean-Canadians,” said Lee Suk-Hwan, CEO of FreeTelecom, in a statement. “This partnership marks the beginning of our journey to become a globally recognized mobile brand focused on customer-centric service.”
More information about the FreeTelecom Dual Plan is available at www.freetca.com.
