Asurion Partners with Latin America’s Leading Mobile Communications Provider
Asurion Expands into Latin America with América MóvilProviding comprehensive mobile protection for Mexico’s leading wireless provider, Telcel
Asurion, the global leader in technology protection services, today announced the company is expanding its product offerings into Latin America with a new partnership with Latin America’s leading wireless communications provider, América Móvil (BMV: AMX; NYSE: AMX; NASDAQ: AMOV; LATIBEX: XAMXL). The service launched with Telcel in January and protects devices from damage, including liquid damage and broken screens, mechanical and electrical malfunction, and theft.
“After careful consideration, América Móvil selected Asurion to launch a comprehensive mobile protection product through Telcel starting in Mexico City. We felt the convenience, comprehensive coverage and cost savings Asurion can provide offers an excellent solution for our clients,” said Carlos Garcia Moreno, Chief Financial Officer, América Móvil.
“We are proud to partner with América Móvil and expand our product offerings to Latin America, bringing comprehensive mobile protection to Telcel clients with Proteccion Móvil Telcel,” said Kevin Taweel, Asurion Chairman and CEO.
Asurion has partnered with Allianz Risk Transfer, a subsidiary of Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE to underwrite this multi-year insurance placement. The local Allianz company will be Allianz México, S.A. Compañía de Seguros, underwritten by Allianz Mexico.
Proteccion Móvil Telcel is available within 30 days of a new activation or upgrade and reconnects Telcel clients quickly with the same or comparable device model. Other features of the new protection service include:
- Clients will typically receive a replacement device within two to three business days.
- Enrolled clients will pay a monthly premium starting at 69 pesos depending on the device make and model, plus a deductible in the event they need to file a claim.
To learn more about Proteccion Móvil Telcel visit www.proteccionmovil.telcel.com.
About Asurion
Asurion is the leading global tech care company providing protection, repair, replacement, and 24/7 support for all the technology in consumers’ lives. With thousands of experts ready to help whenever and wherever, Asurion proudly cares for millions of customers with thousands of different devices. Asurion provides world-class customer experiences that keep tech running, with seamless, intelligent care for nearly every connected device in the home, from phones to major appliances and everything in between. Asurion is ready to help however you need it — online, over the phone, in your neighborhood, or even at your doorstep. We are a partner to the largest enterprise brands, serving over 100 clients. For more information, visit asurion.com.
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