Samsara Expands Pre-Delivery Installation Programme to the UK
June 29, 2026
LONDON, 29 June, 2026 — Samsara (NYSE: IOT), the pioneer of the Connected Operations® Platform, today announced the expansion of its Pre-Delivery Installation (PDI) programme to the UK with Paneltex, a global leader in temperature-controlled vehicle body building. As the first authorised PDI partner in the UK, Paneltex is setting a new benchmark for manufacturers looking to support the safety and digitisation goals of their customers.
“At Paneltex, our mission is to deliver vehicles that are ready to work and built to the highest safety standards,” said Chris Berridge, Managing Director at Paneltex. “By partnering with Samsara, we’re able to provide customers with a more connected vehicle experience. The Samsara PDI programme gives UK fleet operators immediate access to AI-powered coaching and real-time insights, supporting a more proactive approach to driver safety across their operations.”
Modern fleet operators face increasing pressure to maintain high safety standards while reducing vehicle downtime. Enterprise fleets typically experience significant annual vehicle turnover, meaning the time required to install safety systems post-delivery adds up quickly across a fleet programme. The gap between vehicle delivery and full activation of safety technology creates a challenge for organisations that must balance the pressure of minimising downtime against their responsibility for ensuring driver safety from the very first mile.
Through this strategic partnership, Samsara hardware—including Vehicle Gateways, AI Dash Cams and AI Multicam—will be fitted during the manufacturing process at Paneltex’s specialised facilities. This seamless factory-fit integration ensures vehicles arrive at an organisation’s depot fully connected. For operators, this removes post-delivery downtime and ensures that every installation meets Samsara-validated standards for quality and performance.
By eliminating the need for aftermarket installation appointments, fleets can achieve a faster time to value. Paneltex can order and install Samsara hardware directly as part of the vehicle build, streamlining procurement and provisioning. This removes extra steps for fleet managers and ensures devices are installed with proper documentation and support. Critical safety alerts and real-time visibility will be live from the first mile, protecting both the driver and the communities they serve.
“The UK market is maturing fast, and operators here expect safety technology to be a fundamental part of the vehicle from day one,” said Tom McNeela, VP of Hardware Product Management at Samsara. “Launching our PDI programme with a partner of Paneltex’s scale and reputation allows us to hardwire safety into the manufacturing process. This ensures that fleets and drivers benefit from AI-based technology the moment the asset leaves the factory floor.”
The PDI Programme is expected to expand to additional UK and European partners. Discover your Pre-Delivery Installation options and learn more about Paneltex in our Marketplace.
About Samsara
Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations® Platform, which is an open platform that connects the people, devices, and systems of some of the world’s most complex operations, allowing them to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. With tens of thousands of customers across North America and Europe, Samsara is a proud technology partner to the people who keep our global economy running, including the world’s leading organizations across industries in transportation, construction, wholesale and retail trade, field services, logistics, manufacturing, utilities and energy, government, healthcare and education, food and beverage, and others. The company's mission is to increase the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of the operations that power the global economy.
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