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(23 articles)Cyberattacks Top Cargo Security Threats, Survey Shows
A recent industry poll conducted by Container News reveals that cyberattacks have emerged as the primary concern among shipping and logistics professionals when evaluating cargo security threats. This
Rising Fuel Costs and Security Push Shorten Freight Contracts
Freight market dynamics are shifting as three converging pressures reshape how shippers and carriers negotiate transportation contracts. Elevated fuel costs directly impact carrier profitability and p
NMFTA Warns of Escalating Cybersecurity Threats to Trucking
The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) has issued a critical alert regarding an escalation in cybersecurity threats targeting the trucking and freight industry. The warning highlights
Shanghai fines Maersk lookalike, but fraudulent carrier name stays active
Shanghai authorities have fined a company operating under a name deceptively similar to Maersk, the global shipping giant, signaling growing regulatory attention to brand fraud in logistics. However,
UPS Secure Commerce Platform Tackles Fraud and Revenue Loss
UPS has introduced UPS Secure Commerce, a comprehensive platform designed to protect shippers and receivers from fraud, revenue loss, and operational disruption throughout the delivery lifecycle. This
Crown Prince Directives Strengthen Regional Logistics Security
A Crown Prince's policy directives have been framed by economists as a comprehensive roadmap to fortify logistics security infrastructure and enhance supply chain resilience in the region. These gover
AI Logistics Optimization Paradox: Speed Gains Enable Fraud Risk
Artificial intelligence has revolutionized logistics operations by automating route optimization, reducing transit times, and improving asset utilization across global supply chains. However, this rap
Semiconductor Logistics 2026: Navigating Volatility & Security Risks
DHL Express has published forward-looking analysis on the semiconductor logistics landscape for 2026, highlighting the convergence of supply chain volatility and security threats that will reshape how
40K Lbs of Beer Stolen via Fake Paperwork, $750M Problem
A sophisticated cargo theft operation resulted in the loss of 40,000 pounds of Pabst Blue Ribbon beer from Southern California, perpetrated using counterfeit shipping documentation. This incident is n
Cyber Risks & Data Breaches: Hidden Vulnerabilities in Supply Chains
Supply chains face escalating cybersecurity threats as digitalization expands operational complexity and attack surfaces. Data breaches targeting logistics networks, freight forwarders, and manufactur
Data Breach Triggers Shipping Delays, Fake Message Warnings
A data breach affecting shipping operations in New Jersey has created a cascading supply chain disruption extending beyond the initial security incident. The breach has led to legitimate shipping dela
Uber Freight Breach: 1M Files Stolen via Social Engineering
On August 12, Uber Freight disclosed a significant data breach affecting one of North America's largest managed-transportation platforms. The Helix extortion group claims to have exfiltrated nearly on
Freight Fraud Risk: Why Shippers Are Biggest Vulnerability
Cargoos has identified a critical yet often-overlooked source of freight fraud: the customers themselves. While most fraud prevention efforts focus on external threats and bad actors within the logist
Road Cargo Security Market Set to Expand Through 2033
Grand View Research has released a comprehensive market analysis examining the road cargo security sector through 2033, highlighting the growing importance of protective measures in global supply chai
CEVA Cyber Attack Spreads Across Supply Chain Firms
CEVA, a major global logistics provider, experienced a significant cyber attack that has rippled across its customer base and partner network. The incident highlights the critical vulnerability of sup
CEVA Logistics Breach Exposes Buyer Data, Supply Chain at Risk
CEVA Logistics, a major global third-party logistics provider, has experienced a significant data breach affecting buyer information systems. This incident represents a critical vulnerability in suppl
Cargo Theft Losses Hit $304M in Q2, Why True Costs Are Higher
Cargo theft and fraud in North America are escalating at an alarming rate, with officially reported losses more than doubling year-over-year to $304.6 million in Q2 2024, despite a 26% decline in inci
124 Unqualified Drivers Licensed in Louisiana Bribery Scheme
A sophisticated bribery operation in Louisiana enabled at least 124 individuals to fraudulently obtain commercial driver's licenses by circumventing all three stages of federally mandated CDL qualific
Multi-year truck theft ring busted: $1M recovery across Carolinas
Law enforcement agencies across South Carolina and North Carolina have dismantled a significant commercial vehicle theft operation, recovering 13 semi-trucks, three trailers, and two motor vehicles wo
Cargo Theft's Hidden Crisis: Identity Fraud in Modern Supply Chains
Modern cargo theft has evolved beyond opportunistic hijackings into a sophisticated challenge rooted in cargo identity vulnerabilities. Criminals exploit inconsistencies in shipment documentation, con
Retailers Combat $100B Annual Fraud With New Ops Strategies
Retailers faced approximately $100 billion in supply chain fraud losses during 2025, representing a critical operational and financial risk across the sector. This substantial figure underscores the v
WCO Alerts on Rising E-Commerce Illicit Trade Threats
The World Customs Organization (WCO) has issued a formal warning about a significant surge in illicit trade flowing through e-commerce channels globally. This represents a structural shift in how cont
Ghost Carriers Expose Vetting Gaps in Freight Brokerage Industry
The emergence of **ghost carriers**, fraudulent or unregistered motor carriers operating through established brokerage networks, reveals systemic vulnerabilities in how freight brokers vet and validat