Axa XL has partnered with AI-powered telematics provider Samsara to help UK fleet operators advance safety.

This collaboration will provide vehicle operators with advanced safety, monitoring and risk management tools, reinforcing Axa XL’s commitment to delivering innovative insurance solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the transportation industry.

Through this partnership, Axa XL will leverage Samsara’s platform which offers clients real-time insights into fleet operations, vehicle health and driver behaviour. This integration will facilitate proactive risk mitigation, improve operational efficiency and enhance safety standards across fleets of all sizes.

Samsara’s platform, renowned for its user-friendly interface and comprehensive data analytics, will be incorporated into Axa XL’s suite of risk solutions in the UK, enabling clients to make data-driven decisions and improve fleet safety performance.

Poonam Jivram, head of motor underwriting at Axa XL, UK & Lloyd’s, said: “Partnering with Samsara aligns perfectly with our vision to harness technology for better risk understanding and management, and we have seen its impact in reducing claims frequency and costs by 10-20%.

“With millions of lives affected each year by road traffic incidents, and transportation contributing roughly 25-30% of global carbon emissions, our goal is to equip clients with powerful tools that not only reduce collisions and downtime but also lower emissions and support environmentally responsible fleet operations.”

The deal comes hot on the heels of Samsara’s partnership with insurance broker Marsh.

Jack Burton, senior manager – strategic partnerships and alliances at Samsara, said: “The insurance landscape is undergoing a structural shift, where underwriters are placing greater emphasis on verifiable safety data and active risk prevention.”

He went on: “By integrating with Axa XL’s underwriting expertise, we are empowering organisations to move away from reactive claims handling to real-time risk mitigation. Together, we are providing the tools necessary to protect drivers, reduce emissions and build more resilient physical operations.”