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. After the correction of tariffs, volumes of MoneyGram transfers increased by 30%. The company installed more than 23,000 new MoneyGram signs around the globe, making it easier for consumers to find MoneyGram agents. In due time MoneyGram separated from the Western Union and became an independent brand. In 2011, a global network of agents of MoneyGram has grown up to 256 000 service points, thus its growth is 24% compared to the same period of the previous year. Technology continues to play a key role in increasing MoneyGram transaction speed, automating and streamlining processes, and creating new functionality. The benefits of money transfers by MoneyGram: high-speed delivery of transfers (10-15 min). MoneyGram company operates around the clock and all 7 days a week, so the time of money transfer takes only 10 minutes.