#cargo-security
(22 articles)132 lbs Cocaine Seized in Cross-Country Trucking Scheme
Law enforcement in Pinellas County, Florida, dismantled a sophisticated drug trafficking operation that exploited commercial trucking infrastructure to move approximately 132 pounds of cocaine monthly
Semiconductors & Air Cargo Security: Supply Chain Risk Mitigation
Air cargo security practices have become increasingly critical as semiconductors represent one of the most valuable and sensitive commodities in global supply chains. The intersection of semiconductor
New Tracking Label Technology Tackles Rising Cargo Theft
A new tracking label technology is emerging as a potential solution to combat cargo theft, a persistent challenge affecting global supply chains worth billions annually. This innovation represents a s
C.H. Robinson Acquires DeSpir Logistics for Specialized Cargo
C.H. Robinson, the largest 3PL in North America, has broken a five-year acquisition drought by purchasing DeSpir Logistics, an Illinois-based specialized carrier focused on secure transportation and c
Russian Shipping Operator Faces Cocaine Seizures in EU
Recent law enforcement actions targeting a Russian-linked refrigerated shipping operator over cocaine smuggling have exposed significant vulnerabilities in cold-chain logistics networks across the EU.
DOT Pre-Screening Plan Could Slash Container Dwell Times
The U.S. Department of Transportation is advancing a proposal to implement pre-screening of containers at their origin point before they arrive at domestic ports. This initiative aims to expedite the
Supreme Court Montgomery Ruling Reshapes Broker Liability in Mexico Trade
The 9th Annual Modernization of Cross-Border Trade conference in Laredo highlighted a seismic shift in freight broker responsibilities following the Supreme Court's Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II d
Smart Trailer Tech Rises as Diesel Falls & Spot Market Surges
This week's FreightWaves coverage reveals three interconnected supply chain dynamics reshaping North American trucking: advancing trailer technology adoption, moderating fuel costs, and escalating spo
Fraud Ring Busted, Rail Merger Scrutinized: Supply Chain Week
This week in logistics brought critical updates across multiple supply chain domains. Federal prosecutors indicted eight individuals for stealing $4.49 million in freight through carrier impersonation
Amazon's Cargo Security: How Logistics Networks Combat Theft and Fraud
Amazon has implemented comprehensive anti-fraud and theft prevention measures across its extensive shipping network to protect cargo throughout the delivery journey. These measures represent a sector-
Airline Cargo Staff Attacked in Manipur—Security Crisis
A third violent attack on airline cargo personnel within a single month in Manipur, India signals a deteriorating security environment that threatens air freight operations in the region. These incide
AI Surveillance Targets Contraband at Panama's Cargo Routes
Panama has deployed artificial intelligence-powered surveillance systems to monitor cargo routes transiting through the Panama Canal, targeting the interception of cocaine and contraband materials. Th
Freight Fraud Escalating: Supply Chain Security Alert
Freight fraud represents an escalating threat to supply chain operations globally, with organized criminal networks targeting high-value shipments, vulnerable handoff points, and underprotected transp
Bangladesh airfreight hit by critical scanner failure
Bangladesh's airfreight operations face significant disruption following a critical scanner failure at a major handling facility, likely Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. The equipment m
Long Beach Port Establishes Cybersecurity Center Amid Market Softening
The Port of Long Beach has established a dedicated cybersecurity center, marking a significant infrastructure investment in operational resilience at one of North America's busiest container terminals
Cyber-Enabled Cargo Theft: Multi-Billion Dollar Supply Chain Risk
Cyber-enabled cargo theft represents a fundamental shift in how supply chain criminals operate, moving beyond traditional truck hijackings to exploit digital systems and data vulnerabilities. The $400
Why 95% Assurance Falls Short for High-Value Cargo
The supply chain industry is experiencing a fundamental shift in expectations for high-value cargo handling. Historically, a 95% assurance rate was considered acceptable for premium shipments, but com
Eagle Pass emerges as key U.S.-Mexico trade hub amid nearshoring surge
The 2026 Port of Eagle Pass Trade Summit revealed that nearshoring remains a dominant force reshaping cross-border logistics infrastructure and trucking operations along the U.S.-Mexico border. Eagle
MODE Global Opens Puebla Hub to Control Mexico Cross-Border Freight
MODE Global, a Chattanooga-based logistics provider, has opened its first corporately owned office and transportation yard in Puebla, Mexico, marking a strategic shift toward direct control of cross-b
5 Risk Mitigation Strategies for High-Value International Shipments
This article addresses a critical operational concern for supply chain teams managing high-value international cargo: the multi-layered risks inherent in cross-border movement of expensive or sensitiv
Raytheon Wins DARPA Contract for Maritime Vessel Protection
Raytheon Technologies, an RTX business unit, has been selected by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to develop an advanced sensing system designed to protect maritime logistics ves
Cyber Attacks Drive Global Cargo Theft Surge
Cyber attacks are creating new vulnerabilities in logistics operations, enabling organized theft networks to intercept and steal cargo at unprecedented rates. Attackers are leveraging compromised digi