cargo theft

The end of 2023 saw a surge in cargo thefts with thieves targeting food and beverage freight, along with electronics and household goods.

This week in Borderlands: Mexico’s truckers plan nationwide strike against cargo theft; EV maker Lucid expands its U.S. manufacturing facility; Grainger announces new distribution center near Houston; and supply chain services provider Kinaxis opens Dallas office.

Strategic theft is particularly insidious because it often involves fraudsters manipulating the very tools that companies implemented in order to make their supply chains more efficient. 

Despite often being more dangerous in nature, cargo-related crimes in Mexico receive a fraction of the attention that is afforded to similar issues happening in the U.S. and Canada.

This week in Borderlands: Cargo insurance can boost cross-border operators’ business; Ryder System leases logistics center near Dallas–Fort Worth; Paccar Inc. announces $50M investment in Mexico truck factory; and thefts from cargo trains in Mexico rose in September.

Cargo thieves hijacked a $380,000 tequila shipment from Mexico that was headed to a North Carolina distributor.

Joining a network of industry professionals provides a tangible sense of security in today’s market. This is especially true in the billing and payment space.

This week in Borderlands: Mexico averaged 57 thefts a day from cargo trucks in the third quarter; second rail bridge proposed for Texas port of entry; Arizona plans to expand truck parking along highways; and Holt Truck Centers opens facility in North Texas.

The widespread adoption of digital solutions has created opportunities for scammers across the supply chain. 

The year’s five biggest U.S.-Mexico cross-border business stories are highlighted.

All types of cargo fraud are on the rise. Brokers, specifically, should be especially aware of two growing types of fraud: double brokering and cyberattacks.

The ongoing recession has left both companies and individuals in financial turmoil, pushing existing bad actors to increase their fraudulent activities and prompting new fraudsters to enter the arena.

FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack wrote an article on Wednesday outlining her experience attending a truck driver training conference in Corpus Christi, Texas, by the National Association of Publicly-Funded Truck Driving Schools (NAPFTDS). Premack sought to get more information on a fundamental disagreement in trucking that involves driver turnover and whether there is an ongoing driver shortage.

In this edition: Cargo theft is on the rise; the Panama Canal is out, Suez is in; and Congress is a fan of the truck driver.

This week in Borderlands: Cargo theft trends are changing as supply chains shift to border regions; a $65 million cold storage facility could be headed to Central Texas; Gebrüder Weiss opens a logistics operation in Laredo; and a truck driver is stopped at the border with $12 million in cocaine.

California, Georgia, Texas and Florida were the most targeted states for cargo theft during the second quarter of 2023.

This week in Borderlands: Mexico averaged 58 cargo thefts a day in the second quarter; APM Terminals invests $140 million to expand a facility at a Mexico seaport; XPO adds capacity at a Texas facility; and Jaguar Transport Holdings will operate a Dallas transload facility.

In this edition: Cargo theft was on the rise over the holiday weekend; the Panama Canal wins a spot on bingo cards; and Coyote parts ways.

This week in Borderlands: Port Laredo remains the nation’s No. 1 gateway for international trade; rail cargo thefts were up 29% during Q1 in Mexico; a Taiwan automotive supplier is investing $1 billion for Mexico expansion; and Forza Steel is building a plant at the Port of Brownsville.

This week in Borderlands: AI’s rising impact on cross-border trade focus of new report; Mexican authorities recorded 142 tractor-trailer thefts in April; Texas logistics firm opens Phoenix location; and South Texas college launching CDL program.

A shipment of gold and other values was pilfered at the Toronto airport in Canada this week and police have few leads so far.

When John heard his trailer was missing, he was able to track the stolen property using his LandAirSea GPS and lead authorities to the thief. He saved the trailer, $300,000 worth of material and likely his reputation with his customer.

This week in Borderlands: Mexico recorded 237 cargo thefts the first two months of 2023; Port of Lazaro Cardenas will receive a $322 million investment; Penske Logistics is laying off 152 workers in Fort Worth; and a Texas contract manufacturer expands its logistics facility and trucking fleet.

This week in Borderlands: Exports of Mexican-built Class 8 trucks hit 15,221 in January; railroad cargo thefts drop 21% year over year across Mexico; fuel and lubricants distributor expands into South Texas; and rare insect intercepted in shipment at Otay Mesa port of entry.

Austin, Texas-based Overhaul has acquired SensiGuard in a deal aimed at increasing the supply chain security firm’s global footprint.

The end of 2022 saw a surge in cargo thefts that pushed the yearly total to above an estimated $223 million worth of goods stolen across Canada and the U.S., according to recent data from CargoNet.

FreightWaves’ Noi Mahoney reports that, according to CargoNet data, a surge in cargo thefts near the end of 2022 led to an estimated $223 million in goods being stolen across Canada and the U.S. 

Cargo thieves stole more than $223 million worth of merchandise in 2022, led by household items, electronics and food and beverage goods.

Authorities in Mexico reported more than 8,000 incidents of stolen cargo trucks and trailers in 2022.

Mexico averaged 39 cargo thefts a day in November

Mexican authorities reported a total of 1,181 cargo theft incidents across the country in November.

Trade between the U.S. and Mexico will continue to expand in 2023 as more factories and logistics operations move south of the border.

Whether drivers are hauling lumber or this season’s most popular tech gadget, a transportation company must have a thorough and proactive approach to theft prevention to keep customer cargo and company assets safe.

As the holiday shopping season descends, companies should be aware that law-abiding consumers are not the only folks hoping to get their hands on this season’s hottest gifts.

A Borderless Coverage risk management strategy equips shippers for Mexico’s many challenges.

The easiest way to stop cargo theft is before it happens, and that is what Overhaul is trying to do with its risk management products.

Cargo security has been a concern on the radars of many shippers and carriers in recent years, but during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic worries mounted as cargo thefts […]

Mexican trucking companies reported 804 cases of cargo theft during March

Borderlands is a weekly rundown of developments in the world of United States-Mexico cross-border trucking and trade. This week: cargo theft in Mexico increases 18% during March; Kohler to invest $200M in Mexico; a new EV component factory has been announced for Ramos Arizpe; and truck driver is in critical condition after collision with train.

Borderlands is a weekly rundown of developments in the world of United States-Mexico cross-border trucking and trade. This week: Cargo theft down 26% across US during fourth quarter; volumes through Mexican ports increased 11.3% in January; Samsara opens office in Mexico City; and Texas trucker convicted of transporting meth.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says the state plans to lend policing and prosecution support to Union Pacific and other victims of cargo theft.

The railroad wants stricter penalties for those caught stealing from trains.

Criminals aggressively target commercial trains, tractor-trailers

The major differentiator between PGT as a cross-border carrier and other carriers is its door-to-door operation.

New vaccination requirements are coming for cross-border drivers, cargo thieves strike again and again, and Amazon takes on UPS and FedEx.

California, Texas and Florida were the most targeted states for cargo theft, with electronics and home appliances the main focus of thieves.

A business owner and one of his employees are accused of stealing almost $1 million worth of tractor-trailers and wooden pallets for their pallet supplier company in central Florida.

Borderlands is a weekly rundown of developments in the world of United States-Mexico cross-border trucking and trade. This week: Mexico reports 5,000-plus cargo thefts in first half of 2021; automotive supplier relocates to Texas, bringing 315 jobs; Mexico City-based last-mile logistics provider raises $7 million; and international customs broker expands near US-Mexico border.

The recent chip shortage crisis isn’t helping matters.

Mexican authorities said they have recovered 5 million rounds of ammo stolen earlier this month from two US-bound trucks.

Borderlands is a weekly rundown of developments in the world of United States-Mexico cross-border trucking and trade. This week: Mexico records 692 commercial cargo thefts in April; VW cuts production in Mexico and Tennessee plants; ATRG acquires Texas trailer fleets; and CBP officers seize $5.5M worth of meth in Otay Mesa.

Gold heist at LAX: Airport cargo workers dipped into shipment of gold, took some for themselves and now face 15 years in prison.

Thefts incidents nationwide spiked 35% in 2020, CargoNet said.

A former freight broker recounts how she and her colleagues averted a sophisticated attempt to steal $60,000 worth of tires through a double-brokered load.

Coronavirus vaccines require extreme levels of protection from organized crime organizations, nation states and others looking to steal shipments or valuable data. The U.S. government is stepping in with extra help for industry, including escorts by U.S. marshals.

In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, Boyle Transportation’s pharma expertise leveraged in vaccine delivery. Plus, Frozen Food Express boosts driver pay and Forward Air adds California LTL terminals.

Any idea that cargo theft may have waned because of the COVID pandemic is unfounded, as data shows reported thefts have increased throughout 2020.

“The best way for drivers to protect themselves and their cargo is to always pay attention to where you are, what’s going on around you and ask yourself if your parking arrangement is as safe as you can make it,” said Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels.

Central Mexico tops for cargo theft; Flex adds 1,000 jobs in Juárez, $3.3 million of meth found in tile shipment and Mexican sorghum farmers to meet with government on Wednesday.

But liability may outweigh safety concerns when it comes to concealed carry policy.

Bill provides added protection at truck stops, according to its main sponsor.

During the third quarter of 2019, the number of train robberies in Mexico rose 13% compared with the previous quarter, according to data compiled by Mexico’s Railway Transport Regulatory Agency […]

In Mexico, the number of cargo thefts decreased 10.3% in November 2019, compared to the same month last year, according to recent data. There were 923 robberies of tractor-trailers reported […]

Kayla Matthews writes about best practices to manage fleets during the holidays.

Data on recorded cargo thefts in the EMEA region shows an alarming increase this year, with it crossing €55 million in the first half of 2019.

The Canadian Load Board unveils aggressive zero-cost entry point as looks to bring users and loads to its network after a sluggish launch.

Borderlands is a weekly rundown of developments in the world of United States-Mexico cross-border trucking and trade. This week: Mexico’s transport industry grows; AIT Worldwide expands Mexico operations; Nuevo Laredo sees more […]

In partnership with Slync… learn about how predictive exception management can keep freight flowing smoothly.

Cargo theft is a problem that has remained constant within the freight industry for many decades. Technology can now help supply chains protect their operations and repel hijackers.

Truck-borne freight is the most popular target for thieves, according to a new global study by cargo insurer TT Club and supply chain consultant BSI. Trucks and truckers face a variety of threats including firearm-bearing kidnappers and fake ‘police.’

Plus: Gold miner hatches plan to avoid tariffs

In partnership with Reliance Partners …Cargo theft is a threat for warehousing operations, and visualizing floor operations using 3D interactive maps could be a easier way out for security to pinpoint locations and movement of items in the warehouse space.

Cargo thefts fell 19 percent in 2018 compared to the year before, according to SensiGuard. Plus, the EU cuts a deal on truck emissions and another trucker protest is planned for this week.

In partnership with Reliance Partners …Cargo theft in absolute numbers is minuscule. But that does not negate the havoc it plays on the image of the carrier in question, and the supply chain disruptions it leaves at its wake.

In partnership with Reliance Partners …With cargo theft being a regular occurrence, it is vital for fleets to stay alert and train their personnel to keep the truck and the trailer safe from hijackers.

As schools are back in session this month, students across the country are stocking up on easy, cheap, dorm-friendly foods. Most notably, instant ramen noodles. They’re certainly a hot commodity this time of year—so hot, in fact, that thousands of dollars worth of ramen has gone missing outside of Atlanta. 

Presented by Reliance Partners …Cargo theft doesn’t just happen on the road, it can also happen at the warehouse. To prevent it, leading experts noted some of the approaches that scare away thieves.

Loss expects at leading fleets say more thought needs to go into package design to ensure cargo is well protected during transit.

Social networks can be treasure trove of information for carriers and shippers, helping them identify risky areas for goods movement, to finding employees who are putting the company at risk, and even finding stolen cargo.

Insurance & Risk Management presented by Reliance Partners … While the number of recorded cargo thefts in 2017 declined to 649, the group said, the threat remains, and according to Scott Cornell with Traveler’s Special Investigations Group (SIG), may be underreported.

Many commercial trucking companies will never be impacted by cargo theft, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be prepared. Cargo theft is a multi-million-dollar problem, and like all problems, somebody is going to pay for it.

CargoNet, a Verisk Analytics company specializing in averting cargo theft, has launched a new app to boost its theft risk identifying properties according to a Verisk press release. The company’s RouteSearch app is available to registered CargoNet members only at this time.

Shippers trust carriers to move their goods, but how do they know the carrier they have chosen can get the job done? A new Cerasis blog post lists the 12 data points every shipper should monitor when choosing a less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier.

A petition has been filed asking EPA to reconsider its Phase 2 GHG rules based on a procedural step that may have been missed. Also, spot rates climb and cargo theft remains a top concern.