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Well-established and Trusted Relationships with all major UK Networks
SMARTY is on a mission to make mobile simple and honest. We started SMARTY in 2017 because there’s a better way to do things. Low costs, straightforward plans, transparent pricing and flexible deals. No contract, no credit checks and 1 month plans, so you can cancel or change your plan at any time. Powered by Three’s powerful network, it covers 97% of the population, with fast speeds for browsing, gaming, downloading and emailing. Voted the best PAYG network by USwitch in 2021 and Which? Recommended Mobile Network Provider April 2021.
SMARTY started working with Guled Tech in January 2019, identifying them as a key partner for establishing SMARTY in both Multiple and Independent retailers. We are excited about growing the relationship further and giving the Guled Tech retail estate a simple, honest mobile solution for their customers. With unrivalled tariffs such as 30GB for £10 and great promotions, SMARTY is building a network for today’s digital world.
Founded in 2006, Lyca Mobile is a solution for those who want to connect back home. Providing low-cost high-quality international calls to over 15 million customers across 23 countries, Lyca Mobile’s sheer span, focus on customer service and innovative business strategy has seen it outgrow its competitor set; achieving greater coverage of the European population than any other network operator.A Mobile Virtual Network Operator initially developed for the expatriate communities in Europe, Lycamobile has fast become a global brand synonymous with connecting customers with their loved ones across oceans, borders and networks at the cheapest possible price.
“After over eight years of working together, we view Guled Tech Mobile as our best distributor based on compliance, activations and overall performance across all channels. Not only is Guled Tech one of the first distributors that helped us to grow our business significantly in the beginning, but our monthly activations are still growing. They have helped us to achieve our goals and we look forward to a prosperous future together.”
Our network was built for the internet. We carry over 40% of the UK’s mobile data traffic. We want our customers to make the most of the internet using their device. We think everyone should enjoy the benefits of 4G with no catches. All our customers with a 4G device can enjoy 4G in a 4G coverage area – all at no extra cost. There’s no need to sign a new contract, get a new plan or pay a premium.We have started to roll out 4G where we have the greatest demand for our service to ensure we can deliver the best overall experience for all our customers. By the end of 2015, 4G on Three will cover 98% of the population.Until then, our 3G network already covers more than 98% of the population – with over 80% enjoying a fast internet experience on our advanced 3G network.
Lebara was founded in 2001, is one of Europe’s fastest growing mobile companies employing over 62 nationalities worldwide in six countries.
We’re pioneers – always have been. From the start, we’ve challenged market wrongs. We want to bring happiness to the lives of the communities we meet all over the world. To us, every customer is important. Every customer experience is an opportunity. An opportunity to connect, to share, to engage. Here, we create connections that define conversations across nations.
Guled Tech Mobile is a key channel partner in establishing and maintaining Lebara’s presence in both the Independent and National distribution arenas. Distribution options for Lebara are niche but Guled Tech was able to establish a larger footprint within National Retail as it leads similar players to guaranteed presence. Guled Tech has also been instrumental in Lebara acquiring connections within both the local and international calling markets with good quality connections.
O2, the UK’s favourite mobile network operator recently merged with Virgin Media who have a broadband network offering the nation’s fastest widely-available speeds. They have 48.5 million UK connections across broadband, mobile, TV and home phone. Their own fixed network currently passes 15.6 million premises alongside a mobile network that covers 99% of the nation’s population with 4G, and more than 400 towns and cities with 5G services. Virgin Media O2 have more than 425 retail stores and have committed to invest at least £10 billion over the next five years.
They also provide 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G mobile services and they are the network of choice for mobile virtual network operators giffgaff, Sky Mobile and Lycamobile, as well as managing a 50:50 joint venture with Tesco for Tesco Mobile.
“Guled Tech and O2 have had a long standing partnership extending into the wider organisation. Guled Tech has earned a reputation for consistently delivering a large proportion of the O2 prepay volume and continues to do this with high value, high tenure customers. Our partnership gives O2 the brand presence and reach within a vast number of channels and outlets that wouldn’t be possible outside of this commercial relationship. Guled Tech strives for excellence, innovating in a difficult market and consistently delivering new growth opportunities for both parties, always operating in an efficient and organised manner which makes O2 excited to work with the team way beyond the current year.”