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Cargo Theft Continues to Rise

Logistics Viewpoints

However, there is probably one industry that most of us would not think of in this list: the cargo theft industry. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NCIB), cargo theft in the United States is a $15 to $35 billion industry. Cargo Theft Tactics Cargo theft comes in many shapes and sizes. Keep a vigilant eye.

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DRONAMICS is the First Cargo Drone Company Certified for Cross-EU Operations

Logistics Matter

DRONAMICS is the first cargo airline to obtain an EU Light UAS Operator Certificate (LUC). The license is the first one issued in Europe for cargo drone operations. The LUC is the highest authorisation currently achievable for European drone operations.

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Combatting Cargo Theft and Freight Fraud: Proven Strategies

Trinity Logistics

In recent years, the transportation industry has seen a concerning rise in cargo theft and fraud, and the culprits behind it are becoming increasingly sophisticated with their tactics. According to Land Line , cargo theft increased by 49 percent in the first quarter of 2020, with an average cargo loss value exceeding $105,000 per incident.

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Bill to Speed Up Flow of Crucial Cargo During Emergencies Goes to U.S. House Floor

Supply Chain Brain

The FAST PASS Act would mandate the secretary of transportation to study how critical cargo can be expedited in emergencies like hurricanes and pandemics.

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Protect Your Shipments From Cargo Theft

TransAudit

The alarming rise in cargo theft across the United States is becoming a significant concern for businesses, logistics providers, and consumers alike. As prices rise and certain goods become scarce, the value of stolen cargo on the black market increases. Remote monitoring systems offer eyes on the cargo even when physically distant.

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U.S.-Owned Cargo Ship Near Yemen Hit by Missile

Supply Chain Brain

The situation is even causing a rise in demand for shipping containers in Asia as shippers and forwarders foresee cargo demand in the coming weeks.

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Future of Project Cargo: Emerging Trends and Innovations

MTS Logistics

Within the project cargo sector, there is a growing trend in infrastructure development investments that are driving the demand for project cargo services. Even renewable energy projects in wind and solar farms are contributing to the demand for project cargo services with the boom in global investments for clean energy.

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