Following Global Giants KLM and Lufthansa, Latam Becomes First Latin American Airline to Offer eSIM Service
In a move mirroring global giants KLM and Lufthansa, Chilean airline group Latam has embarked on a journey to enhance passenger experience by launching an eSIM service. This makes Latam the first Latin American airline to offer such a service.
Partnership with Gigs for Secure Mobile Data Connectivity
Latam has partnered with Gigs, a mobile services operating system, to introduce this new service that provides secure and integrated mobile data connectivity. The airline announced this development in a press release.
eSIM Plans Available Across 10 Countries
The eSIM service is now available via Latam’s official website, offering plans ranging from 1 to 10 GB in data across ten countries: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, the United States, Spain, Italy, and France.
Latam Distinguishes Itself as a Brand-Specific eSIM Provider
By offering its own branded eSIM, Latam differentiates itself from generic and local providers. This initiative extends the airline’s mission beyond flights, creating a connected travel experience that goes beyond passengers’ arrival, according to Ramiro Alfonsín, Latam Airlines Group’s Vice President of Commercial.
“People turn off airplane mode before they can unbuckle their seatbelts. Connectivity is now a crucial part of the travel experience,” added Rafa Plantier, VP of Go-to-Market at Gigs.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is an eSIM? An embedded SIM (eSIM) is a digital SIM that allows users to download and switch between different network profiles without needing a physical SIM card.
- Why is Latam’s eSIM service significant? Latam becomes the first Latin American airline to offer its own branded eSIM, distinguishing itself from generic and local providers. This initiative extends the airline’s mission beyond flights, creating a connected travel experience.
- Which countries are included in Latam’s eSIM plans? The eSIM service offers data plans in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, the United States, Spain, Italy, and France.
- What are the data plan options? Latam’s eSIM plans range from 1 to 10 GB of data, catering to varying passenger needs.
- Who partnered with Latam to launch this service? Latam collaborated with Gigs, a mobile services operating system, to introduce the eSIM service.
