Western Union a global payment services has announced that it has renewed in France its long-term collaboration for money-transfer services with La Banque Postale, the banking subsidiary of La Poste group, the postal services’ operator in France.
La Banque Postale has one of the largest banking networks in the country, and is a key Agent for Western Union in France. Western Union and La Banque Postale have been working together since 1996. In 17 years, this strong and unique relationship has resulted in the launch of a series of new products and services, including Western Union money transfers directly from La Banque Postale accounts online and in branches, from bank cards, to mobile accounts abroad, and a Western Union and La Banque Postale co-branded loyalty reward Gold Card, among others.
Marie-Elise Droga, France and Benelux Regional Director of Western Union, said: “We are very pleased to again extend our long-term and successful relationship with La Banque Postale, which combines the best of both our companies. For our customers, we will continue to work together for further excellence in innovation and services, leveraging the breadth and talent of La Banque Postale’s network and teams with our specialist know-how for offering convenient, reliable and competitive money transfers across the globe.”
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