Money transfer system MoneyGram International and the second largest bank in China - Bank of China, announced the start of service of MoneyGram at 200 offices Bank of China in Beijing. In due time MoneyGram separated from the Western Union and became an independent brand. MoneyGram launched a new in-person bill payment service which will be delivered through agents in their domestic network, giving consumers an easy, low-cost method to pay their bills. Until 2004, the owners of MoneyGram were Viad Corp and Travelers Express Company Inc. What are the main benefits of money transfers by MoneyGram? Reliability - the international payment system gives complete assurance that the money will be paid to the recipient.