Samsara has expanded its platform with a new satellite connectivity offering that enables fleet operators to maintain visibility and communications in remote areas with limited or no cellular coverage.

Now available across Canada, the U.S., and Mexico, the dual-connectivity system integrates with Samsara’s Vehicle Gateway to deliver location updates every 15 minutes via satellite. The hardware automatically switches between networks to maintain a continuous data stream and syncs stored data once vehicles return to cellular range.

For fleets working in oil and gas, mining, forestry, and remote logistics, the technology addresses persistent operational blind spots and communication gaps, according to a news release.

“The Satellite Modem has been a game changer for us,” said Shawn Hamilton, vice-president and CFO of Small’s Expediting Services in Whitehorse, Yukon, in the release. “Before, we’d lose visibility the moment vehicles left cellular zones. Now, we can monitor location every 15 minutes, even deep in the field. It gives our dispatchers real-time peace of mind and lets us better support our drivers during long, isolated shifts.”

The hardware includes an optional panic button that lets drivers send SOS alerts from outside cellular range, improving support for lone workers on isolated routes. The compact modem is IP67-rated for weather resistance and can be dash- or roof-mounted for optimal signal strength. Samsara says installation is quick and doesn’t require technical specialists.

Less than 30% of Canada’s landmass has reliable cellular coverage, creating operational challenges for many fleets, Samsara says. With satellite connectivity, Samsara says dispatchers can better track assets, provide accurate ETAs, and manage customer expectations—even in the most remote parts of Northern Alberta, Quebec, or the Yukon.

The new system is available now across all Canadian provinces and territories.