SAAM Tourist has entered into a partnership with Netradyne to deploy AI-powered fleet safety technology across its network of night sleeper coaches.
The collaboration will see SAAM Tourist integrate Netradyne’s Driver•i platform into its intercity bus fleet, aimed at improving driver performance monitoring and passenger safety standards. The vision-based system provides real-time insights into driver behavior, including speeding, mobile phone usage, and signs of fatigue.
SAAM Tourist, which has operated intercity, corporate, and tourist transportation services since 2004, runs overnight sleeper coaches where driver alertness is particularly important. The company sought technology solutions to identify risky driving practices that were previously difficult to detect in real time.
The Driver•i platform delivers instant alerts when concerning behaviors are detected and provides fleet managers with detailed performance data. This information enables targeted driver coaching and accountability measures. According to the company, the software-as-a-service model reduces capital expenditure while providing access to comprehensive safety metrics.
“In the past, it was challenging to spot risky driving habits in real time,” said Himachala, Chief Commercial Officer at SAAM Tourist. The company is considering extending the technology to its tourist and employee transport divisions following the initial deployment.
The Driver•i system continuously monitors driving patterns and provides in-cab guidance to drivers during their routes. Fleet managers receive performance analytics designed to help reduce operational risks and recognize positive driving behaviors.
Netradyne, headquartered in San Diego with offices across North America, Europe, and Asia, has analyzed over 25 billion miles of driving data. The company provides fleet safety solutions to commercial transportation operators in multiple regions.
Durgadutt Nedungadi, Senior Vice President for EMEA and APAC at Netradyne, noted that the partnership represents an approach to preventing incidents proactively rather than responding after they occur.
SAAM Tourist operates transportation services across southern India, serving both corporate clients and individual travelers. The company has expanded from employee fleet management and school transportation to include luxury tour packages over its two-decade history.