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ACE Money Transfer[edit]

ACE Money Transfer (Aftab Currency Exchange Ltd. as its registered name) is a global fintech regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and HMRC in the UK, AUSTRAC in Australia, and FINTRAC in Canada that offers digital remittance to individuals. Founded in 2002[1], the company has since expanded its operations to provide remittance services to over 1.3 million customers across the world. While celebrating its 20th Anniversary, the company achieved a landmark of $1 billion in remittances in 2022[2].

Remittances for developing and underdeveloped countries serve as a lifeline for millions of households[3]. ACE’s partnerships with numerous banks and financial institutions worldwide enable efficient, convenient, safe and economical remittance solutions for such users. Over time, the company has established regional offices, local partners, and customer support centers in key markets to ensure smooth operations[4].

Their remittance network allows online money transfers from 28 countries and regions across the UK, European Union, Australia, Canada, and Switzerland to more than 100 countries across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, and Europe, with an extensive network of more than 375,000 payout partner locations worldwide.

History[edit]

Starting from an office in Bolton, Manchester, in 2002, ACE has grown over the years to become a prominent player in the cross-border money transfer industry. With remittance services from the UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, and Switzerland to over 100 countries worldwide.

ACE Money Transfer - History Timeline
Year Key Milestones/ Achievements
2002
  • First Physical Location in Bolton, Manchester, United Kingdom
2009
2010
  • Started agent services across the United Kingdom
  • Established a Liaison office in Pakistan
2011
2012
2013
  • Started Agent Services in Sweden
2014
  • Launched the Website to facilitate Digital Remittance Services across the UK & Europe
2017
2018
  • Established an office in Austria to expand its agent Network across Europe
  • Rebranded from Aftab Currency Exchange Limited to ACE Money Transfer
  • Partnered with Checkout.com.[5]
2019
  • Online business gains traction, as more than one in every three customers used a digital channel to remit money
2020
  • Annual remittance volumes crossed $ 1 billion
  • Extended the payout network beyond 100 countries across Africa, Europe, Asia and South America
  • Total Payout Locations crossed 350,000
2021
  • The digital transformation project was completed as the website and the mobile app became the only channels to remit money from 23 countries to over 100 countries.
  • The company added Australia, Canada and Poland to the sending countries, bringing the total up to 26.
2022
  • Added Switzerland and Romania to sending countries, bringing the total up to 28
  • Annual remittance volumes crossed $ 1 billion once again.
2023
2024
  • Became the customers’ top choice, testified by the UK Business Award in the Best Fintech App Category.

Services[edit]

ACE Money Transfer offers a wide range of services, including online money transfers, mobile wallet transfers, airtime top-ups, and bill payments. Customers can send money using various payout methods, such as bank deposits, cash pickups, and mobile wallet deposits. The mobile app and website allow users to initiate transactions anytime, anywhere, with a user-friendly interface and real-time tracking capabilities.

Online Money Transfer:[edit]

Customers can send money directly to a recipient's bank account or for instant cash pickup at one of ACE Money Transfer’s partner locations using their bank account, credit card, or debit card. Google Pay & Apple Pay are also available to remit money to a select few countries.

Mobile Wallet:[edit]

It enables customers to send money to recipients’ mobile wallets instantly. It enables the recipients to avoid visiting any physical location and receive funds right in the middle of their comfort zones.

Airtime Top-Up:[edit]

Expatriates can share instant mobile Top-Ups with their loved ones from overseas using ACE’s services. Recharging their families and friends’ mobile plans from across borders enables expatriates to stay connected with their loved ones.

Bill Payment:[edit]

Customers can also use ACE Money Transfer to pay bills for their families in their home country. This option is available in many countries worldwide and covers various bill payment categories, such as electricity, water, and internet bills.

Multiple Currencies[edit]

The availability of various currencies makes remittance transfers convenient for expatriates. The currencies available when using ACE include:

Caption text
COUNTRY CURRENCY COUNTRY CURRENCY
Australia Australian Dollar (A$, AUD) Lithuania Euro (€)
Austria Euro (€) Luxembourg Euro (€)
Belgium Euro (€) Malta Euro (€)
Canada Canadian Dollar (C$, CAD) Netherlands Euro (€)
Cyprus Euro (€) Norway Norwegian Krone (Kr)
Denmark Danish Krone (Kr.) Poland Polish złoty (zł)
Estonia Euro (€) Portugal Euro (€)
Finland Euro (€) Romania Romanian leu (RON)
France Euro (€) Slovakia Euro (€)
Germany Euro (€) Slovenia Euro (€)
Greece Euro (€) Spain Euro (€)
Ireland Euro (€) Sweden Swedish Krona (Kr)
Italy Euro (€) Switzerland Swiss Franc (CHF)
Latvia Euro (€) United Kingdom British Pound Sterling (GBP, £)

Awards and Recognition[edit]

AWARD - Best FinTech App Award 2024 - The UK Business Award[edit]

ACE Money Transfer won the Best Fintech App Award 2024 in the UK Business Award list for the year 2024. The award signifies the top-quality user experience in ACE’s mobile app and testifies to its ability to thrive in a competitive market. The UK Business Awards 2024[6] announced 50 awards in 50 different business categories, where it picked only the industry-leading brands serving their clientele and customers with the best solutions.

RECOGNITION - Febe Growth 100 Companies (2022)[edit]

ACE Money Transfer ranked 45th in the Febe Growth 100 Companies list for the year 2022. The award signifies ACE’s growth trajectory and its ability to thrive in a competitive market. The Febe Growth 100 Companies[7] list showcases organizations that have demonstrated remarkable growth rates, innovative business strategies, and exceptional financial performance.

RECOGNITION - North West Fastest 50 Companies (2022)[edit]

In 2022, ACE Money Transfer was recognized as one of the top 10 North West Fastest 50 Companies. This regional ranking marks ACE’s speed of growth and success in the industry—the North West Fastest 50 Companies[8].

RECOGNITION - Enlistment in 15 DYNAMIC COMPANIES CHANGING THE GAME - FINANCE MAGAZINE[edit]

ACE Money Transfer was enlisted as one of the top 15 Dynamic Companies Changing the Game by the Finance Magazine. The enlistment speaks volumes about ACE Money Transfer’s continued expansion and the service quality that it delivers to its customers[9].

References[edit]

[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9]

  1. ^ FEBE.com (2023). HOW A SHOP IN BOLTON GREW INTO A £30M GLOBAL FINTECH https://www.febe.com/story/how-a-shop-in-bolton-grew-into-a-30m-global-fintech/
  2. ^ Thoren, A. (2023). ACE Money Transfer Hits Landmark $1 Billion in Remittances as It Celebrates 20th Anniversary, https://ffnews.com/newsarticle/fintech/ace-money-transfer-hits-landmark-1-billion-in-remittances-as-it-celebrates-20th-anniversary/
  3. ^ Bignell, F. (2022). Remittances Are a Lifeline for Developing Countries With Economic Instability | The Fintech Times, https://thefintechtimes.com/remittances-are-a-lifeline-for-developing-countries-with-economic-instability/
  4. ^ Deadline News Agency (2019). ACE Money Transfer Global Remittance Event – Focus on Preventing Money Laundering https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2019/10/17/ace-money-transfer-global-remittance-event-focus-on-preventing-money-laundering/
  5. ^ Checkout.com (2020). ACE Moves Money Faster and Safer with Checkout.com https://www.checkout.com/case-studies/moving-money-faster-and-safer-with-checkout-com
  6. ^ The Best FinTech App Award 2024 - The UK Business Awards https://business-awards.uk/2024-fintech-awards-results/
  7. ^ Febe Growth 100 Companies - 2022 https://www.febe.com/2022-growth-100/
  8. ^ North West Fastest 50 Companies - 2022 https://www.wardhadaway.com/what-we-do/businesses/fastest-50/greater-manchester/north-west-fastest-50-companies-2022/
  9. ^ Magazine, F. (2023). Exploring the Financial Innovators of Manchester: Unveiling 15 Dynamic Companies Changing the Game. https://finmag.co.uk/exploring-the-financial-innovators-of-manchester-unveiling-15-dynamic-companies-changing-the-game/